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FVRL puts on over 7,800 programs every year; young or old, there is a program for everyone. Choose from educational and literacy programs, general interest programs, author readings, book clubs, conversation circles and more. All programs are free. Use the form below to search for programs.
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Celebrating Delta Libraries 2013!
Wednesday, May 1st - Saturday, Aug 31st
George Mackie Library

Celebrate the Delta Libraries! Milestone anniversaries are being celebrated at the Delta libraries!  George Mackie Library celebrates 30 years at its current location; Tsawwassen Library celebrates 40 years as a library in South Delta and Ladner Pioneer Library celebrates 50 years at its Memorial Park location.  While the Delta libraries will be commemorating these milestones in 2013, staff recognizes our valued customers, young and old, regular and new, for whom we are always here to provide service.  Celebrate your public library this year by participating in any one of our free programs.  Whether it is storytimes for children, Games and Pizza for teens, eBook Workshops for adults or attending one of our wellness-themed programs offered this winter, there is something for everyone!  If you haven’t been a customer since "you can't remember when", make us your destination this year.  We invite you to come into one of our three locations to find out what you’ve been missing.


eBook One-on-One Instruction
Wednesday, May 1st - Saturday, Aug 31st
George Mackie Library
Learn how to download library books to your eReader using Overdrive. Visit or call the information desk at 604-594-8155 to book your personalized appointment. (Note: At this time, Canadian library eBooks cannot be loaded to a Kindle.)
eCollection Workshops
Wednesday, May 1st - Saturday, Aug 31st
George Mackie Library
Learn about FVRL's eCollection. Find out how to access eBooks, eAudiobooks, and digital editions of magazines from the library website. Visit or call the Information Desk at 604-594-8155 for workshop dates and times.
Computer One-on-One Instruction
Wednesday, May 1st - Saturday, Aug 31st
George Mackie Library

Individual help is available for basic computer, Internet and email questions.  Book your appointment by phone at 604-594-8155, or in person at your library's information desk.


On Location with the Delta Libraries
Wednesday, May 1st - Saturday, Aug 24th
George Mackie Library
We'll be at the following events! Check out the library booth for games, prizes, displays and storytimes:
  • Sunday, June 23 - North Delta Family Day Community Picnic
  • Monday, July 1 - Canada Day in the Park (Diefenbaker Park)
  • Friday, July 5 - Tour de Delta
  • Saturday July 27 - Tsawwassen Movie Night
  • Monday, August 5 - Tsawwassen Fun Festival
  • Saturday August 10 - Tsawwassen Movie Night
  • Saturday, August 17 - Starry Night at Deas Island Regional Park
  • Saturday August 24 - Tsawwassen Movie Night

Send Us a Postcard!
Monday, Jul 1st - Saturday, Aug 31st
George Mackie Library
Are you going anywhere this summer? Send your Delta library a postcard from near or far to celebrate the Up, Up and Away Summer Reading Club and for a chance to win a prize! Please include your name and phone number on the postcard. Ask at the library for more information.  (The winner will be drawn during the first week of September.)

Recurring Programs

Parent-Child Mother Goose
Monday, Apr 8th - Monday, Jun 17th

10:30am-11:30am
George Mackie Library
Registration required for this program

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. Contact your local library to register.


Settlement Workers
Tuesday, May 7th - Thursday, Aug 29th
Tuesdays and Thursdays
1:00pm-5:00pm
George Mackie Library

Are you a newcomer to Canada who needs help adjusting to your new life?  A free and confidential service is available that provides information about BC - local culture, labour market, paperwork, assistance programs, building credit, and more. Settlement and integration Services are free for immigrants, refugees and their families in British Columbia.  Offered in partnership with Options Community Services, PICS and S.U.C.C.E.S.S.

  • Tuesdays - Service available in Punjabi and English
  • Thursdays - Service available in Mandarin and English

George Mackie Library Book Club
Tuesday, May 14th - Tuesday, Aug 13th
Second Tuesday of the month
7:15pm-8:30pm
George Mackie Library

Join us to discuss books in a casual setting. New members are welcome. Books are provided.


Babytime - Read, Sing and Talk to Me!
This program has not yet started - it starts Thursday, Jul 11th - Thursday, Aug 1st
Thursdays
10:30am-11:00am
George Mackie Library

A unique 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.


Storytime
This program has not yet started - it starts Friday, Jul 12th - Friday, Aug 2nd
Fridays
10:30am-11:00am
George Mackie Library

Bring your child, ages 2 to 5, to the library for a fun, drop-in program featuring books, songs, felt stories and puppets. Parents or caregivers are encouraged to participate. 


Poetry Night in Punjabi and Urdu
This program has not yet started - it starts Tuesday, Jul 16th - Tuesday, Aug 20th
Third Tuesday of the month
6:30pm-8:00pm
George Mackie Library

Come to the library to listen to two published poets/authors reading, discussing and answering questions about their work. Poetry night is offered in collaboration with Kendri Punjabi Lekhak Sabha, Uttari Amrika and Punjabi Lekhak Manch Vancouver.


Programs

Mineral Treasures of the World ||| Wednesday, May 29th
7:00pm-8:30pm
George Mackie Library

Come to this interesting presentation on geology, minerals and gems and walk away with a new appreciation for the rocks beneath your feet. Presenter Ray Hill, an amateur gemologist and mineralogist, and an experienced speaker on both radio and TV, will entertain you with stories and lore surrounding gems and minerals of the world. All ages welcome.


eBook Workshop ||| Wednesday, Jun 5th
7:00pm-8:30pm
George Mackie Library

Learn how to load library books onto your eReader. Note: At this time, Canadian library eBooks cannot be loaded to a Kindle.


BC's Road to Gold ||| Saturday, Jun 8th
2:00pm-3:30pm
George Mackie Library

Get swept up by our history! Join Historian John Mitchell (BCGhosttowns.ca) on a trip back to the 1860s for an expedition along the challenging Cariboo Wagon Road. Experience travel by sternwheeler, stagecoach or freight wagon on an adventure to the gold fields. Check out roadhouses that offered shelter along the route, and meet some eccentric characters of the day. Mitchell will take you back in time with over 260 photographs, short videos and artifacts.


Tsawwassen First Nation Artist in Residence ||| Sunday, Jun 9th
11:00am-2:00pm
George Mackie Library

To celebrate Aboriginal History Month in June, come and see our Artist in Residence, Loretta Williams, as she works on her current project in the library. Loretta is a weaver who works in traditional and contemporary styles in both cedar and wool.


Protect Yourself: Power of Attorney & Joint Accounts ||| Wednesday, Jun 12th
7:15pm-8:15pm
George Mackie Library

In recognition of Seniors Week, the Delta Seniors Planning Team, in partnership with the Delta Police Victim Services, is hosting Protect Yourself workshops. Seniors, along with family members and caregivers, are invited to a financial literacy workshop on power of attorney and joint accounts. Delta Police Constable Steve Wilson, responsible for Economic/Technical Crime often investigates crimes where older adults have been victimized and will be on hand to provide local information and answer questions. 

Protect Yourself workshops by BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support provide seniors with the information needed to protect their finances, recognize and respond to financial abuse, access community resources for further information or assistance, and make informed financial decisions that meet their needs.


Father's Day Special Babytime ||| Thursday, Jun 13th
6:30pm-7:00pm
George Mackie Library

Calling all dads, uncles, and grandpas - come introduce your baby, ages newborn to 23 months, to the wonderful world of children's books, song, rhyme and rhythm. Mothers, aunts and grandmas welcome too!


Infant Massage ||| Monday, Jun 17th
10:30am-11:30am
George Mackie Library

Learn how infant massage can relax, soothe and encourage your baby's development and deepen your bond with your baby. Learn several easy patterns of infant massage and relaxation techniques with your infant. This program is designed for pre-crawling infants and their caregivers.


Protect Yourself: Frauds and Scams ||| Wednesday, Jun 19th
7:15pm-8:15pm
George Mackie Library

In recognition of Seniors Week, the Delta Seniors Planning Team, in partnership with the Delta Police Victim Services, is hosting Protect Yourself workshops. Seniors, along with family members and caregivers, are invited to a financial literacy workshop on frauds and scams. Delta Police Constable Steve Wilson, responsible for Economic/Technical Crime often investigates crimes where older adults have been victimized and will be on hand to provide local information and answer questions. 

Protect Yourself workshops by BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support provide seniors with the information needed to protect their finances, recognize and respond to financial abuse, access community resources for further information or assistance, and make informed financial decisions that meet their needs.


Protect Yourself: Responsible Gambling ||| Wednesday, Jun 26th
7:15pm-8:15pm
George Mackie Library

In recognition of Seniors Week, the Delta Seniors Planning Team, in partnership with the Delta Police Victim Services, is hosting Protect Yourself workshops. Seniors, along with family members and caregivers, are invited to a financial literacy workshop on responsible gambling presented by a Problem Gambling Prevention Worker from Richmond Addiction Services.

Protect Yourself workshops by BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support provide seniors with the information needed to protect their finances, recognize and respond to financial abuse, access community resources for further information or assistance, and make informed financial decisions that meet their needs. 


The Great Smartini ||| Wednesday, Jul 3rd
10:30am-11:15am
George Mackie Library

Get ready to go Up, Up and Away with award-winning magician and educator, the Great Smartini.  "Amazing" and "hilarious" are just some of the words that have been used by previous audience to describe Smartini's magic. Join the Great Smartini as he makes reading magical! All ages welcome.


Puppet Show with Elspeth Bowers ||| Wednesday, Jul 10th
10:30am-11:30am
George Mackie Library

Up, Up and Away! Launch the summer with an out of this world performance by storyteller and puppeteer, Elspeth Bowers. Sixty minutes of stories, songs, puppets, and laughter will put you over the moon. All ages welcome.


Blast Off with Janine the Jenius! ||| Wednesday, Jul 17th
10:30am-11:15am
George Mackie Library

Join Janine the Jenius in the Science Works Lab and explore what makes things go Up, Up and Away!  Junior Geniuses will witness the power of gases, like the power that makes rockets blast-off! Watch out overhead for the amazing astrocork and the acrobatic rocket balloons, count down to the rocket cannon race, and cool off with an exploding space gas bubble on your head. Be on time for this uplifting science show - you don't want to be late for this lift-off! For ages 5 and up.


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