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ALL LIBRARY PROGRAMS

Posted March 2nd, 2009 Updated March 2nd, 2009

Programs & Events By Library

All Recurring Programs

Ancestry Workshops
Maple Ridge
June 26, July 10, Aug 21
1:00pm-3:00pm
Come and learn how to research your family tree using the Ancestry database. Members of the Maple Ridge Historical Society will guide you through the intricacies of online genealogy during this three-part workshop. Registration is required.
Artists Club for 2010
Murrayville
2nd & 4th Saturday each month
2:00pm-4:00pm
The Murrayville Library Artists Club meets on the second Saturday and the fourth Saturday of the month from 2:00 to 4:00. Bring your work in progress. Registration required. Phone 604-533-0339.
Babytime - Read, Sing and Talk to Me!
Ladner Pioneer
Wednesdays
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 22nd
10:30am-11:00am
A unique 20-25 minute drop-in program for babies, newborn to 23 months that introduces them and a parent/caregiver to the world of children’s literature, song, rhyme and rhythm.
Babytime - Read, Sing and Talk to Me!
Tsawwassen
Mondays
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 20th
10:30am-11:00am
A unique 20-25 minute drop-in program for babies, newborn to 23 months that introduces them and a parent/caregiver to the world of children's literature, song, rhyme and rhythm.
Babytime - Read, Sing and Talk to Me!
George Mackie
Thursdays
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 23rd
10:30am-11:00am
A unique 20-25 minute drop-in program for babies, newborn to 23 months that introduces them and a parent/caregiver to the world of children's literature, song, rhyme and rhythm.
Book Picnics
Mission
Friday July 16, Aug 20
10:30am-11:15am
Stories, songs & fun for all ages.
Chronic Pain Self-Management
Ladner Pioneer
Mondays Oct 4 - Nov 15 (not Oct 11)
This program has not yet started - it will start Oct 4th
1:00pm-3:30pm
Do you or a loved one live with chronic pain? The Ladner Pioneer Library partners with the Centre on Aging at the University of Victoria to bring you a free six-session workshop for persons experiencing chronic pain conditions. To register, please call the Centre on Aging toll-free 1-866-902-3767 or email Robert Toews at rtoews@eastlink.ca. Family members and friends are welcome.
Drop-in Family Storytime
White Rock
Wednesdays
10:30am-11:00am
Join us for a half hour of stories, puppets, songs, and rhymes. Children aged 2-5 years.
English as a Second Language Group
Tsawwassen
Fridays
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 3rd
10:00am-12:00pm
English as a Second Language Group
Family Storytime
Langley
Fridays
10:30am-11:00am
Drop-in for a half-hour of stories, rhymes and songs suitable for children of all ages. Storytime offers an enjoyable group experience and a chance to develop listening skills, self-control and love for reading.
Drop-in
Family Storytimes
Muriel Arnason
Tuesdays, July 6, 20, Aug 3, 17
10:30am-11:00am
Join library staff for an entertaining half hour of stories, songs, rhymes and finger puppets. This is a great way to introduce two- to six-year-olds to books and reading. Parents are encouraged to join in the fun. Registration required.
Get Crafty Craft Program
Yarrow
July 6, 20, Aug 3, 17
2:00pm-3:30pm
On Tuesdays, join Susan Barclay-Nichols of Chilliwack Community Services for crafty fun and good conversation!

For more details call Susan at 604-793-7238, or email sjbarclay@telus.net or visit our blog at http://swiftcraftymonkey.blogspot.com

Registration is required at the Yarrow library, 604-823-4664.

Tuesday, July 6th - Shrinky Dinks!
Create beautiful and unique jewelry or accessories from shrink plastic. Please bring your permanent markers or pencil crayons, and scissors for this group.

Tuesday, July 20th - Polymer Clay!
Create jewellery, accessories with polymer clay.
This craft session is boy friendly.

Tuesday, August 3 - Jewellery making
Learn to make amazing bracelets and shiny earrings using wire, beads, jewellery findings, and your creativity. This sessions includes keychains and other boy-friendly crafts.

Tuesday, August 17 - Stencilling Fabric
Customize your clothes, bags, and accessories by learning how to create freezer paper stencils from adorable drawings. You'll learn to create a stencil, and then paint your fabric with permanent fabric paints.
Please bring scissors and pencils to this group.
How Does Your Garden Grow?
Mount Lehman
Thursdays, June 3 - Aug 26 (not July 29)
1:30pm-2:30pm
Have fun learning about how a garden grows. Kids will help tend a small vegetable garden for the summer in an organic community garden. June 3 is planting day. There will be stories, crafts, and time to dig in the garden each week. Kids are welcome to take home what they grow.

If the weather is nice we will meet at: Bradner Homes Community Gardens, 3098 Bradner Rd., Abbotsford. If the weather isn't nice we will meet at Mount Lehman Library for a shorter program.

Ages 4-10 (children must be accompanied by an adult), no registration.
Kids' Book Club
George Mackie
2nd Tues each month (Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14, Jan 11)
This program has not yet started - it will start Oct 12th
3:30pm-4:00pm
If you are between the ages of 9 - 12 and you love to read and talk to other kids about the books you've read, but have never been in the Kids' Book Club before, join the monthly Kids' Book Club. Books and snacks are provided! Space is limited. Visit the library or phone to register. 2nd Tuesday of the month, starting Oct. 12.
Mini Bookclub for Little People
Aldergrove
Mondays, Apr 19, May 17, June 21, Sept 27, Oct 25, Nov 29
3:30pm-4:30pm
BUNNY HOPPING FROM BOOK TO BOOK

Kindergarten - Grade 3

Come join us here at the Aldergrove Library, once per month for an exciting time in discussing the books we are going to read, and draw your favourite characters met in those stories.

Also, each child can have an opportunity to discuss one book that they have recently read and enjoyed and as a result encourage each other in their readings and expression of their ideas.

Registration required.
Pajama Puppet Picnics
Clearbrook
July 28, Aug 25
7:00pm-7:30pm
Wear your PJs, bring a blanket, and join in the OUTDOOR fun of puppet shows, singing/dancing, and fun fun fun under the setting sun sun sun! (If it rains, we'll have an indoor picnic!)

Ages 2-7, no registration.
Pajama Storytime
Muriel Arnason
July 7, August 4
7:00pm-7:30pm
Join us for a half hour of stories, rhymes and songs for children aged two to six and their caregivers. Children are welcome to come in pajamas and bring a favourite stuffed toy. Registration required.
Parent-Child Mother Goose
George Mackie
Mondays
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 20th
12:30pm-1:30pm
Sharing rhymes, stories and songs can enhance the relationship between parents and their children. Come take part in this interactive program for parents/caregivers and their child, newborn to 15 months. Network with other parents/caregivers. Snacks are provided. To register, please call the Boys & Girls Club, 604-591-9262.
Puppet Shows
Tsawwassen
2nd Thurs each month (Sept 9, Oct 14, Dec 9)
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 9th
3:30pm-4:00pm
The Tsawwassen Library puppeteers offer a charming theatre experience to children and accompanying adults alike. Drop in to enjoy a different story every second Thursday of the month.
Puppets in the Park
Maple Ridge
Wednesdays, July 7, 21, Aug 4, 18
6:45pm-7:15pm
Come and meet the library's smallest stars, our talented puppets, and puppeteers who will tell all types of tales to entertain the whole family. Pack your dinner and bring it along to our fabulous evening of entertainment at the Memorial Peace Park Bandstand.
Pyjama Family Storytime
Terry Fox
July 7, Aug 4
6:45pm-7:15pm
Preschoolers and their families will enjoy a half hour of stories, songs and rhymes. Children are welcome to come in pyjamas and bring a stuffed toy. Drop-in.
Rated T for Teen Video Game Club
Yarrow
July 20, Aug 17
4:15pm-7:00pm
Come and join us for video game fun at the library! We'll provide the consoles if you provide the competition. (If you have Nintendo DS, bring it along for multiplayer mayhem!).
Saturday Family Storytime
Terry Fox
June 19, July 17, Aug 21
11:00am-11:30am
Come and join us for a half hour of stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel stories. Storytimes are for preschoolers and their families. Drop-in.
Sizzling Storytimes
Maple Ridge
Tuesdays
10:30am-11:00am
Sizzling outside? Refresh yourself with a cool story. Come to the library and enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays that will entertain and delight you. All ages are welcome.

Special Guest Storyteller:
Lorre Gibson
Tuesdays, August 10 and August 17, 10:30 – 11:00 am
Join Cree elder Lorre Gibson in the Bandstand for special stories and see her Aboriginal artifacts and regalia.
Storytime
Ladner Pioneer
Tuesdays
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 21st
10:30am-11:00am
A half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Storytime
Tsawwassen
Fridays
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 24th
10:30am-11:00am
A half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Storytime
George Mackie
Tuesdays
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 21st
10:30am-11:00am
A half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Storytime
George Mackie
Fridays
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 24th
10:30am-11:00am
A half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Storytime
George Mackie
Saturdays
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 25th
10:30am-11:00am
A half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Storytime in the Park
Hope
Tuesdays
11:00am-12:30pm
Fun, sun, and more! Come and enjoy stories and entertainment at Hope's annual Storytime in the Park celebration. Sponsored by the Fraser Cascade Literacy Initiative. Everyone welcome! This event takes place at Hope Memorial Park.
Summer Baby Days
Mission
Tuesdays - June 15, Jul 20, Aug 17
10:30am-11:00am
Babies love books! Stories, songs and rhymes for you & your baby.
Teen Craft Sessions
Chilliwack
Thursdays
2:00pm-4:00pm
Teens in Grade 7 and up as of September 2010 may attend. Ask at the library for a brochure about these entertaining sessions.
The Word Keepers
Mission
Wednesdays Sept 15, Oct 20, Nov 17
7:00pm-8:30pm
Mission's new writers group offers encouragement for all writers from the closet writer to the published author.
Tween Craft Sessions
Chilliwack
Thursdays, July 15, 29, Aug 12, 26
12:00pm-1:00pm
Tweens in Grades 3 to 6 as of September 2010 may attend. Ask at the library for a brochure about these fun-filled sessions.
Volunteer Opportunity - Friends of the Maple Ridge Library
Maple Ridge
First Thursday each month (except July & August)
7:00pm-8:00pm
Join the Friends of the Maple Ridge Library and enjoy the opportunity to make a difference in your community by advocating for and promoting your library. For more information about membership, call Pat Rorick at 604-467-7417
Yarrow Library Book Club
Yarrow
July 15, Aug 17
6:30pm-7:45pm
If you haven't tried the Yarrow bookclub, come join other avid readers every 3rd Thursday of the month at the Yarrow library. Bookclub titles are handed out at the library for members.

Call the Yarrow library at 604-823-4664 for more information.
Yarrow Youth Games Guild
Yarrow
July 6, Aug 3
4:30pm-7:00pm
Drop in to the Yarrow Library and enjoy free Pizza, pop and all the board games you can handle!
No registration required. For details call Susan at (604) 793-7238.
Presented by Chilliwack Community Services in partnership with the Yarrow Library.

All Events & Programs

The Super Weird Show
George Mackie
Tuesday, Aug 3rd
10:30am-11:15am
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just a few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!
The Super Weird Show
Ladner Pioneer
Tuesday, Aug 3rd
3:30pm-4:15pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just a few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!
The Super Weird Show
Tsawwassen
Tuesday, Aug 3rd
1:00pm-1:45pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just a few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!
Manga Mania - How to Draw Manga Characters
Walnut Grove
Tuesday, Aug 3rd
4:00pm-6:00pm
Are you a teen with an interest in manga art? Join art instructor Mei Yu, author of several how-to-draw books, as she demonstrates popular manga drawing techniques and tips for creating great-looking characters!

For more information about the instructor, please visit www.meiyuart.com.

Registration is required for these free programs. To register, please visit or call the library.

Sign up starts June 12th.
Super Weirdo
Hope
Wednesday, Aug 4th
2:00pm-3:00pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!
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Music & More: Musical Mania
Chilliwack
Wednesday, Aug 4th
12:15pm-1:00pm
Salish Park beside the Chilliwack Library

Break out your dancing shoes and singing voices while you join the Chilliwack School of Performing Arts for a fun-filled time of musical games, songs, and dancing! There's no business like show business, so come on out to hear some of CSOPA's stars perform and to join in the fun yourself!

In the event of bad weather, noon hour events will be cancelled by 11:00 am. Please call the Chilliwack Library (604-792-1941) if in doubt.
Music & More: Hong Kong Cowboy
Chilliwack
Wednesday, Aug 4th
7:00pm-8:00pm
Central Community Park on Victoria Avenue

Guitar player and singer Steve Lau performs a set that true country and golden oldies fans will love.

In the event of bad weather, evening concerts will be cancelled by 5:00 p.m. Call the Chilliwack Library (604-792-1941) if in doubt.
Super Weirdo
Pitt Meadows
Thursday, Aug 5th
12:30pm-1:30pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet and even a 6-foot ladder as just a few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed.
For all ages
Tickets available July 23rd.
Discovering How to Read Rocks
Muriel Arnason
Thursday, Aug 5th
1:30pm-2:30pm
Learn how to "read" rocks: their history, their composition, and their secrets, in this hands-on introduction to mineralogy and geology. Take home suggestions for books to browse, places to visit, and people to contact. For ages 8 and up.

Registration required.
Manga Mania
Mission
Thursday, Aug 5th
2:30pm-3:30pm
Do you love manga and anime? Then join us for Manga Mania. Come dressed up as your favorite manga or anime character and enter the costume contest. Battle it out in the Roshambo tournament, make a pair of Chobits ears and sample some Japanese cuisine (don't worry-we won't make you eat raw fish). For ages 12 and over.
Super Weirdo
Terry Fox
Thursday, Aug 5th
3:00pm-4:00pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy, juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!

Free tickets available July 22.
Super Weirdo
MSA Centennial
Thursday, Aug 5th
10:00am-11:00am
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just a few of his performance props. This crazy, familyoriented show is not to be missed!

All ages - no registration
Tweens Craft Program - Crazy Collage
Aldergrove
Monday, Aug 9th
2:00pm-3:00pm
Sign up for an afternoon of crafts, games & book-draws! Get creative and have fun for free; all supplies provided. For ages 9 – 12.

Crazy Collage
Turn a boring binder into a rocking cover for your stories or art work!

Registration is required.
Super Weirdo
Yarrow
Tuesday, Aug 10th
1:00pm-2:00pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation.

Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!
Illustrator Chris Tougas
Maple Ridge
Tuesday, Aug 10th
10:30am-11:00am
Meet the creative illustrator behind this year's Summer Reading Club artwork. Chris is the talented author and illustrator of Mechanimals and Art's Supplies. Come and learn how he gets his zany ideas and puts them into a book. School-aged children only.
Super Weirdo
Muriel Arnason
Tuesday, Aug 10th
10:00am-10:30am
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just a few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!

Registration required.
Writer-Illustrator Chris Tougas
Walnut Grove
Tuesday, Aug 10th
4:30pm-5:30pm
Come and meet the illustrator behind this year's Summer Reading Club art. Chris is an author and illustrator from Victoria, BC. He loves dogs, the great outdoors, writing fun stories and making art. Come and enjoy his zany sense of humour, and his interactive presentation. Perfect for budding authors and artists!

Registration is required. Sign up starts July 24th.
Chris Tougas
Langley
Tuesday, Aug 10th
2:00pm-3:00pm
This year's Summer Reading Club poster artist is coming to the City of Langley Library! Chris will be reading new stories, discussing the creative process and teaching some FUN writing and illustrating tips. Chris has worked as a character designer for Jim Henson, Disney, Fox, Sesame Street and other leading animation studios, and is the author/illustrator of the books Mechanimals and Art's Supplies. For ages 6 and up. Please call or visit the information desk to register.
Playaway Day at the George Mackie Library
George Mackie
Tuesday, Aug 10th
5:00pm-8:00pm
Come to a demonstation of Playaway - the simplest way to listen to audio on the go. Each Playaway holds an entire audiobook and comes with a battery to make it play. Simply plug in earbuds and enjoy. The first 150 people will receive a FREE pair of earbuds. George Mackie Library will have 275 titles available to borrow.
Super Weirdo
Chilliwack
Tuesday, Aug 10th
3:00pm-3:45pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed! No registration required.
Stuffed Animal Pet Parade
George Mackie
Wednesday, Aug 11th
2:00pm-3:00pm
Bring your stuffed animal to storytime. Each animal will receive a special prize ribbon, but must be registered since space is limited. To register, contact the library starting July 2 and no later than July 31.
Super Weirdo
Murrayville
Wednesday, Aug 11th
10:30am-11:00am
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just a few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!

Registration is required.
Super Weirdo
Mission
Wednesday, Aug 11th
3:30pm-4:30pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just a few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!
Super Weirdo
Clearbrook
Wednesday, Aug 11th
1:00pm-2:00pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just a few of his performance props. This crazy, familyoriented show is not to be missed!

All ages - no registration
Tie-Dye in the Park
Pitt Meadows
Wednesday, Aug 11th
3:30pm-4:30pm
On Thursday August 11th, it's your turn to tie-dye a rock star t-shirt at the Pitt Meadows Library!!! This free program starts at 3:30 pm. Registration is required as space is limited. If the weather permits we will be holding this program in the Pitt Meadows Town Square. Visit the Library or call 604 465 4113 to register. Limited to children 10 years and up.

Participants must bring their own plain white "T" in 100% cotton.
Drop-in Family Storytime
Chilliwack
Wednesday, Aug 11th
10:30am-11:00am
Join Chilliwack Library storyteller Kathy McDowell, as she entertains preschoolers and their families to a half hour of stories, rhymes and songs.
Music & More: Making Music
Chilliwack
Wednesday, Aug 11th
12:15pm-1:00pm
Salish Park beside the Chilliwack Library

You don't have to be a musician to make music. The Chilliwack Museum offers a hands-on chance to make your own musical instruments.

In the event of bad weather, noon hour events will be cancelled by 11:00 am. Please call the Chilliwack Library (604-792-1941) if in doubt.
Music & More: Arnold Shoichet
Chilliwack
Wednesday, Aug 11th
7:00pm-8:00pm
Central Community Park on Victoria Avenue

Charming, storytelling melodies draw you in to this Canadian singer/songwriter's world.

In the event of bad weather, evening concerts will be cancelled by 5:00 p.m. Call the Chilliwack Library (604-792-1941) if in doubt.
Super Weirdo
Maple Ridge
Thursday, Aug 12th
6:45pm-7:15pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just a few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!
Stuffed Animal Pet Parade
Ladner Pioneer
Thursday, Aug 12th
2:00pm-3:00pm
Bring your stuffed animal to storytime. Each animal will receive a special prize ribbon, but must be registered since space is limited. To register, contact the library starting July 2 and no later than July 31.
Stuffed Animal Pet Parade
Tsawwassen
Thursday, Aug 12th
11:00am-12:00pm
Bring your stuffed animal to storytime. Each animal will receive a special prize ribbon, but must be registered since space is limited. To register, contact the library starting July 2 and no later than July 31.
Super Weirdo
Aldergrove
Thursday, Aug 12th
1:00pm-2:00pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!

Registration is required.
Super Weirdo
Langley
Thursday, Aug 12th
3:30pm-4:30pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!
Drop-in
Super Weirdo
White Rock
Friday, Aug 13th
1:00pm-2:00pm
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!
Registration required.
Super Weirdo
Walnut Grove
Friday, Aug 13th
10:00am-11:00am
Super Weirdo's "Super Weird Show" is a hilarious comedy juggling show with lots of audience participation. Filled with weird and wonderful tricks, Super Weirdo uses crystal balls, a tennis racquet, and even a 6-foot ladder as just a few of his performance props. This crazy, family-oriented show is not to be missed!

Registration is required. Sign up starts July 24th.
Teens & Tweens Pizza & Games
Clearbrook
Saturday, Aug 14th
1:00pm-3:00pm
The Friends of the Library invite all TEENS & TWEENS to an afternoon of cards, board games, giveaways, and PIZZA!

Ages 12 – 19. Please register by August 10 (at Clearbrook Library).
Clearbrook Pet Parade
Clearbrook
Monday, Aug 16th
2:00pm-2:30pm
Show off your favourite stuffed animal in our PARADE! Bring your special "stuffie" for a treat of stories, games and fun! Each stuffie will leave happy! This program is great for children and stuffies of all ages. Please join us for this fun, outdoor (weather permitting) adventure.

All ages - no registration
Summer Family Storytime
Yarrow
Tuesday, Aug 17th
10:30am-11:00am
Join the staff for stories, fingerplays, songs, and puppets. All family members are welcome and no registration is required.
Will Stroet
Pitt Meadows
Tuesday, Aug 17th
11:00am-12:00pm
It's party time, and children's musician Will Stroet winds up the Summer Reading Club performing original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Since 2006, Will has performed more than 300 shows to thousands of enthusiastic children and was recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards.
For all ages
Tickets available Aug 3rd.
Musician Will Stroet
Terry Fox
Tuesday, Aug 17th
2:00pm-3:00pm
It's party time and children's musician Will Stroet is performing his original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Since 2006, Will has performed more than 300 shows to thousands of enthusiastic children and was recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards.

Free tickets available August 3
Teen Summer Reading Club Wrap-up Party
Terry Fox
Tuesday, Aug 17th
7:00pm-8:00pm
We are excited to present: A Magic and Comedy show by the very cool magician Matthew Johnson at the "Outlet" located in Leigh Square. Don't miss our Grand Prize Draw for a silver iPod nano! Register for this event by phoning 604-927-7999.
Increase Your Return, Not Your Risk! Protecting Your Principle
Langley
Tuesday, Aug 17th
7:00pm-8:00pm
Join an investment advisor from TD Waterhouse for two informative seminars on how to invest wisely in today's market. Please call or visit to let us know you are coming.
Musician Will Stroet - Summer Reading Club Wind-Up Celebration
George Mackie
Wednesday, Aug 18th
10:30am-11:15am
It's party time, and children's musician Will Stroet winds up Summer Reading Club, performing original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs.
Musician Will Stroet - Summer Reading Club Wind-Up Celebration
Ladner Pioneer
Wednesday, Aug 18th
3:30pm-4:15pm
It's party time, and children's musician Will Stroet winds up Summer Reading Club, performing original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs.
Musician Will Stroet - Summer Reading Club Wind-Up Celebration
Tsawwassen
Wednesday, Aug 18th
1:00pm-1:45pm
It's party time, and children's musician Will Stroet winds up Summer Reading Club, performing original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs.
Music & More: Nature Child
Chilliwack
Wednesday, Aug 18th
12:15pm-1:00pm
Salish Park beside the Chilliwack Library

Get in touch with nature as the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve brings wildlife activities to share with you and your children.

In the event of bad weather, noon hour events will be cancelled by 11:00 am. Please call the Chilliwack Library (604-792-1941) if in doubt.
Music & More: The Rotations
Chilliwack
Wednesday, Aug 18th
7:00pm-8:00pm
Central Community Park on Victoria Avenue

The affable band from Chilliwack's own singing Rotary Club plays a light assortment of popular tunes.

In the event of bad weather, evening concerts will be cancelled by 5:00 p.m. Call the Chilliwack Library (604-792-1941) if in doubt.
Will Stroet - Summer Reading Club Wind-Up Celebrartion
Yarrow
Thursday, Aug 19th
1:00pm-2:00pm
It's party time, and children's musician Will Stroet winds up Summer Reading Club performing original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Since 2006, Will has performed more than 300 shows to thousands of enthusiastic children and was recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards.
Junkology with Dr. Recycle
Aldergrove
Thursday, Aug 19th
10:15am-10:45am
Reduce, reuse, recycle! Join Dr. Recycle for a creative and inspiring program. Learn about the environment while constructing a fun take-home craft made from recycled junk. For ages 5 years and up.

Registration is required.
Junkology with Dr. Recycle
Muriel Arnason
Thursday, Aug 19th
1:30pm-2:00pm
Reduce, reuse, recycle! Join Dr. Recycle for a creative and inspiring program. Learn about the environment while constructing a fun take-home craft made from recycled junk. For ages 5 years and up.

Registration required.
Musician Will Stroet
Fort Langley
Thursday, Aug 19th
3:30pm-4:30pm
It's time to rock with children's musician Will Stroet as he performs original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Since 2006, Will has performed more than 300 shows to thousands of enthusiastic children and was recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards.

Registration is required.
Teen Pizza and Games Night
Ladner Pioneer
Thursday, Aug 19th
5:30pm-8:30pm
Do you love to play board games? Are you between 12 and 19 years old? Then come to the library for a fun night of gaming and free pizza. Pizza & games are compliments of Dave Strutt of Imperial Hobbies. Registration is required. For more information, please visit or call the library.
Summer Reading Club Wrap-up Party with Musician Will Stroet
All
Thursday, Aug 19th
11:00am-12:30pm
It's party time, and children's musician Will Stroet winds up Summer Reading Club performing original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Special guests will present SRC medals and preschool ribbons to our Reading Rocks! participants following the show.
Pet-a-Rock
Maple Ridge
Friday, Aug 20th
3:00pm-4:00pm
Come and turn ordinary rocks into pet works of art! Let your imagination fly: if you can imagine it, you can paint it. School aged children only, limited space.
Musician Will Stroet - Summer Reading Club Wind-Up Celebration
White Rock
Friday, Aug 20th
1:00pm-2:00pm
It's party time, and children's musician Will Stroet winds up Summer Reading Club, performing original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Since 2006, Will has performed more than 300 shows to thousands of enthusiastic children and was recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards.
Registration required.
Musician Will Stroet
Walnut Grove
Friday, Aug 20th
10:00am-11:00am
It's time to rock with children's musician Will Stroet as he performs original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Since 2006, Will has performed more than 300 shows to thousands of enthusiastic children and was recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards.

Sign up starts July 24th.
Mad Science
Clearbrook
Friday, Aug 20th
1:00pm-2:00pm
RESCHEDULED From July 27th - Mad Science shows amaze and entertain young audiences in unique ways. Shows are exciting performances that demonstrate just how much fun science can be. Help Eggbert get into his home, explore the concepts of lift and heat. Watch dry ice fog storms, taste a CO2 burp, and even have a bubble shower. Back by popular demand, Mad Science is great fun for one and all.

All ages - no registration.
SRC Wrap-up Party with Will Stroet
Maple Ridge
Tuesday, Aug 24th
3:30pm-4:30pm
It's party time, and children's musician Will Stroet winds up Summer Reading Club performing original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Come to collect your medal for all of the reading you did over the summer and dance along to Will's award-winning music!
Musician Will Stroet
Muriel Arnason
Tuesday, Aug 24th
11:00am-11:30am
It's time to rock with children's musician Will Stroet as he performs original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Since 2006, Will has performed more than 300 shows to thousands of enthusiastic children and was recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards.

Registration required.
Musician Will Stroet
Langley
Tuesday, Aug 24th
1:00pm-2:00pm
It's party time, and children's musician Will Stroet helps us celebrate by performing original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French! Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs.
Drop-in
Summer Reading Club Medal Ceremony
Terry Fox
Tuesday, Aug 24th
11:30am-1:00pm
Medals will be awarded to the remarkable children that have completed five or more weeks of reading. Grab your Reading Record and visit the Terry Fox Library on Tuesday, August 24 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Meet the Port Coquitlam firefighters and have a look at their fire trucks!
Legal Check-up Program
White Rock
Tuesday, Aug 24th
1:00pm-3:00pm
BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support Opportunities, in a White Rock Library sponsored program, will provide a Financial Literacy Workshop followed by Legal Check-Ups. BCCEAS staff lawyers will meet 1-on-1 with clients to go through a checklist of questions to assess their legal well-being and provide information to meet clients' legal needs.

Registration required.
Increase Your Return, Not Your Risk! Enhancing Your Returns
Langley
Tuesday, Aug 24th
7:00pm-8:00pm
Join an investment advisor from TD Waterhouse for two informative seminars on how to invest wisely in today's market. Please call or visit to let us know you are coming.
Teen Wrap Party
Maple Ridge
Wednesday, Aug 25th
3:00pm-4:00pm
Come to the library and help celebrate the end of Teen Summer Reading Club! Bring a book to trade with other club members. Prizes, snacks, and lots of fun!
Musician Will Stroet
Murrayville
Wednesday, Aug 25th
10:30am-11:30am
It's time to rock with children's musician Will Stroet as he performs original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Since 2006, Will has performed more than 300 shows to thousands of enthusiastic children and was recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards.

Registration is required.
Musician Will Stroet
Mission
Wednesday, Aug 25th
3:30pm-4:30pm
It's party time, and children's musician Will Stroet winds up Summer Reading Club performing original, high energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Since 2006, Will has performed more than 300 shows to thousands of enthusiastic children and was recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards.
Musician Will Stroet
Clearbrook
Wednesday, Aug 25th
1:00pm-2:00pm
It's party time, and children's musician Will Stroet winds up Summer Reading Club performing original, highenergy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Since 2006, Will has performed more than 300 shows to thousands of enthusiastic children and was recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards.

All ages - no registration.
Music & More: Bike Parade
Chilliwack
Wednesday, Aug 25th
12:15pm-1:00pm
Salish Park beside the Chilliwack Library

How much bike safety do you know? Decorate your bike and come out to share what you can do. Remember to wear your helmet!

In the event of bad weather, noon hour events will be cancelled by 11:00 am. Please call the Chilliwack Library (604-792-1941) if in doubt.
Music & More: Rod Swanson & Friends
Chilliwack
Wednesday, Aug 25th
7:00pm-8:00pm
Central Community Park on Victoria Avenue

Relax to pop songs, light jazz and classical themes on an array of instruments.

In the event of bad weather, evening concerts will be cancelled by 5:00 p.m. Call the Chilliwack Library (604-792-1941) if in doubt.
Awards! Awards! Awards!
Aldergrove
Thursday, Aug 26th
1:30pm-2:30pm
Congratulations, Summer Reading Club readers! Join library staff for refreshments and have a chance to win prizes at a special Medal Celebration. Get your Summer Reading Club medal, and help rock the library with a musician recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards – the energetic and up-beat Will Stroet!

Registration is required.
Musician Will Stroet
Brookswood
Thursday, Aug 26th
11:30am-12:30pm
It's time to rock with children's musician Will Stroet as he performs original, high-energy and interactive music in English and French. Will imparts positive messages about active living and the environment through upbeat and memorable songs. Since 2006, Will has performed more than 300 shows to thousands of enthusiastic children and was recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards.

Registration is required.
Awards! Awards! Awards!
Brookswood
Thursday, Aug 26th
11:00am-12:00pm
Congratulations, Summer Reading Club readers! Join library staff for refreshments and have a chance to win prizes at a special Medal Celebration. Get your Summer Reading Club medal and help rock the library with your applause!

Registration is required.
Teen Summer Wrap-up Party
Mission
Thursday, Aug 26th
2:30pm-4:00pm
The more the merrier, so grab your friends and hurry down to the library for some food, fun and games! Challenge your friends on Mario Kart on the Wii, or do it old school, and try a board game - we have lots to choose from. For ages 12-18)
Awards! Awards! Awards!
Murrayville
Friday, Aug 27th
2:00pm-3:00pm
Congratulations, Summer Reading Club readers! Join library staff for refreshments and have a chance to win prizes at a special Medal Celebration. Get your Summer Reading Club medal and help rock the library with your applause!

Registration is required.
Awards! Awards! Awards!
Fort Langley
Friday, Aug 27th
10:30am-11:30am
Congratulations, Summer Reading Club readers! Join library staff for refreshments and have a chance to win prizes at a special Medal Celebration. Get your Summer Reading Club medal and help rock the library with your applause!

Registration is required.
Awards! Awards! Awards!
Hope
Friday, Aug 27th
10:00am-11:00am
Congratulations, Summer Reading Club readers! Join library staff for refreshments (ice cream!) and have a chance to win prizes at a special Medal Celebration. Get your Summer Reading Club medal, and help rock the library with a musician recently nominated for "Best Children's Recording" by the Western Canadian Music Awards - the energetic and up-beat Will Stroet!

Registration is required.
Teen Reading Club Wrap-up Party
Chilliwack
Saturday, Aug 28th
1:30pm-4:30pm
Teens are invited to their own special Summer Reading club celebration. Join Susan and Raymond Barclay-Nichols as they bring on the video and board games, pizza and prizes galore! Don't miss this extraordinary event.
Awards! Awards! Awards!
Muriel Arnason
Tuesday, Aug 31st
10:00am-12:00pm
Congratulations, Summer Reading Club readers! Join library staff for refreshments and have a chance to win prizes at a special Medal Celebration. Get your Summer Reading Club medal and help rock the library with your applause!

Registration required.
Awards! Awards! Awards! featuring Music with Marnie
Walnut Grove
Tuesday, Aug 31st
1:30pm-3:30pm
Congratulations, Summer Reading Club readers! Join library staff for refreshments and have a chance to win prizes at a special Medal Celebration. This year, we also host a performance by celebrated local musician Marnie Grey! Marnie's high-energy, funky performance is sure to get you up and hopping. Get your Summer Reading Club medal and help rock the library with your applause!

Registration is required.
Urdu and Punjabi Poetry
George Mackie
Tuesday, Aug 31st
6:30pm-8:30pm
A poetry program in Urdu and Punjabi.
Medal Ceremony
Pitt Meadows
Wednesday, Sep 8th
7:00pm-8:30pm
A special ceremony to award medals to Summer reading Club participants who have completed their reading records over the summer months. Refreshments will round out the event.
For the Whole Family.
Tickets available upon completion of reading record.(Aug)
Genealogy Group
Tsawwassen
Wednesday, Sep 8th
7:00pm-9:00pm
Group meets quarterly. Registration required.
Chilliwack Library Book Sale
Chilliwack
Friday, Sep 10th
10:00am-5:00pm
Chilliwack Library Book Sale!
Chilliwack Library Book Sale
Chilliwack
Saturday, Sep 11th
10:00am-4:00pm
Chilliwack Library Book Sale!
George Mackie Library Booksale
George Mackie
Saturday, Sep 18th
10:00am-4:00pm
George Mackie Library Booksale
George Mackie Library Booksale
George Mackie
Sunday, Sep 19th
11:00am-3:00pm
George Mackie Library Booksale
Laughter Yoga
George Mackie
Tuesday, Sep 21st
6:30pm-8:00pm
Celebrate laughing for no reason and just for the health of it. Laughter Yoga is a technique of breathing and easy movement exercises designed to teach the body to laugh without depending on jokes or humour.
Pirate Tales
Ladner Pioneer
Tuesday, Sep 21st
10:30am-11:00am
Celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Week with a half-hour drop-in storytime of books, songs and puppets for little pirates 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Imagine: Ideas that Challenge the Status Quo
George Mackie
Wednesday, Sep 22nd
7:00pm-8:30pm
Author Alex Sangha will read and lead a discussion on topics from his book Imagine: Ideas that Challenge the Status Quo. His book encourages readers to think critically about their most cherished beliefs and values. Sangha envisions a world with more caring and sharing. Are humans capable of creating such a society? If we can understand our similarities and difference, he believes, we have taken the first step.
Finding Your Way in Residential Care - Seniors Housing Workshop
Ladner Pioneer
Monday, Sep 27th
1:30pm-3:00pm
This free afternoon workshop is for seniors who are considering moving into residential care, or for family caregivers of aging seniors. When home-care services are not enough, difficult decisions lie ahead. Presenter ML Burke will help you understand the available options. Handouts included. A do-it-yourself package focusing on care facilities in South Delta will also be available for a small fee.
Dr. John Sloan - Author Reading
White Rock
Monday, Sep 27th
7:00pm-8:00pm
Dr. John Sloan has spent most of his thirty years of practice caring for the frail elderly. Advocating a shift from invasive treatment and hospitalization to palliative care, Dr. Sloan provides clear solutions to a problematic system. His new book, A Bitter Pill: How the Medical System is Failing the Elderly, candidly examines what modern medical care has become for our most vulnerable citizens and what can be done to improve it.

Registration required.
Homeschoolers' Open House
Ladner Pioneer
Thursday, Sep 30th
1:30pm-3:00pm
Come meet other homeschoolers and library staff for an introduction to library resources. Younger students will be treated to storytime while parents and tweens/teens will be shown library resources. Key databases for homestudy will be demoed. Light refreshments will be served (tea/coffee/juice, cookies).
Your Organic Winter Garden with Lora Danyluk
White Rock
Monday, Oct 4th
7:00pm-8:00pm
Come share her passion for organic, chemical-free, holistic gardening. Lora Danyluk, an Organic Master Gardener and designer, will talk about winter bed preparation, winter food crops, and ornamental plants to help you create an attractive and productive winter garden.

Registration required.
Awesome October Pajama Storytime
Ladner Pioneer
Thursday, Oct 7th
7:00pm-7:30pm
Stories, songs and a puppet play.
Antarctic Adventure with Ursula Easterbrook
Ladner Pioneer
Thursday, Oct 14th
7:00pm-8:30pm
“A trip to Antarctica is not only the dream, but also the adventure of a lifetime” (Ursula Easterbrook). Photographic Artist Ursula Easterbrook returns to Ladner Pioneer Library to share her spectacular photos from her 4-week trip with Joseph Van Os Photo Safaris to Antarctica. Ursula’s trip began in Ushuaia, Argentina (the world’s southernmost city) and continued to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and on to the Antarctic Peninsula. Come hear about her trip and delight in her breathtaking photos of penguins, icebergs, whales, sea lions, elephant seals, birds and more!
Quiz Night!
Chilliwack
Friday, Oct 15th
7:00pm-8:30pm
The Friends of the Chilliwack Library are very excited to be hosting our seventh annual Quiz Night! We invite you to make up teams and vie for the coveted Smarty Pants award.
Antique ID Clinic - Appraisal
George Mackie
Saturday, Oct 16th
12:00pm-1:30pm
Rustle through the basement, dust of those collectibles and bring them to the Delta Museum and Archives Antique Identification and Appraisal Clinic at the George Mackie Library. Well-known antique appraiser Al Bowen is able to identify and date objects from any historical period and will provide a detailed history, description and verbal appraisal of your objects. (Have a large item you want appraised? Please just bring in a photograph). Stay for tea and listen to Mr. Bowen's wealth of information about other people's treasures (2:30 - 4:00 pm). Space is limited. Registration is required. Cost: $12/person. Observers are welcome at $5 per person at the door)
Antique ID Clinic - Lecture
George Mackie
Saturday, Oct 16th
2:30pm-4:00pm
Rustle through the basement, dust of those collectibles and bring them to the Delta Museum and Archives Antique Identification and Appraisal Clinic at the George Mackie Library. Well-known antique appraiser Al Bowen is able to identify and date objects from any historical period and will provide a detailed history, description and verbal appraisal of your objects. (Have a large item you want appraised? Please just bring in a photograph). Stay for tea and listen to Mr. Bowen's wealth of information about other people's treasures (2:30 - 4:00 pm). Space is limited. Registration is required. Cost: $12/person. Observers are welcome at $5 per person at the door)
Antarctic Adventure with Ursula Easterbrook
George Mackie
Wednesday, Oct 20th
7:00pm-8:30pm
"A trip to Antarctica is not only the dream, but also the adventure of a lifetime" (Ursula Easterbrook). Photographic Artist Ursula Easterbrook returns to Ladner Pioneer Library to share her spectacular photos from her 4-week trip with Joseph Van Os Photo Safaris to Antarctica. Ursula's trip began in Ushuaia, Argentina (the world's southernmost city) and continued to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and on to the Antarctic Peninsula. Come hear about her trip and delight in her breathtaking photos of penguins, icebergs, whales, sea lions, elephant seals, birds and more!
Terry Fox Library Book Sale
Terry Fox
Saturday, Nov 6th
10:00am-3:00pm
Terry Fox Library Book Sale
Financial Literacy for Women
George Mackie
Wednesday, Nov 10th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Did you know many women in Canada have never taken a basic financial or tax literacy course? Understand your personal finances with Eileen Reppenhagen, CGA. Eileen a.k.a. the Tax Detective® shares her knowledge about tax and financial literacy during this free workshop.
Behind the Cover
Ladner Pioneer
Wednesday, Nov 17th
2:00pm-3:00pm
Adults are invited to some informal, fun and thought provoking book talks. Let our Information Staff pique your interest in some new-to-you authors.
Financial Literacy for Women
Ladner Pioneer
Thursday, Nov 18th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Understand your personal finances with Eileen Reppenhagen, CGA (aka The Tax Detective) at this free workshop.
Delightful December Pajama Storytime
Ladner Pioneer
Thursday, Dec 9th
7:00pm-7:30pm
Stories, songs and a puppet play.