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LADNER LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Posted March 2nd, 2009 Updated March 2nd, 2009Recurring Programs
Babytime - Read, Sing and Talk to Me!
Wednesdays- This program ends Dec 8th
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.
Wednesdays- This program ends Dec 8th
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.
Chronic Pain Self-Management
Mondays Oct 4 - Nov 15 (not Oct 11)- This program ends Nov 15th
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.
Mondays Oct 4 - Nov 15 (not Oct 11)- This program ends Nov 15th
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.
Parent-Child Mother Goose
Fridays- This program ends Nov 26th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 24th
1:00pm-2:00pm
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. Location: Ladner Early Childhood Development Hub. Network with other parents/caregivers. Snacks are provided.
To register, please call the Ladner Pioneer Library's Information Desk, 604-946-6215.
Fridays- This program ends Nov 26th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 24th
1:00pm-2:00pm
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. Location: Ladner Early Childhood Development Hub. Network with other parents/caregivers. Snacks are provided.
To register, please call the Ladner Pioneer Library's Information Desk, 604-946-6215.
Storytime
Tuesdays- This program ends Dec 7th
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.
Tuesdays- This program ends Dec 7th
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.
Thursday Book Club
3rd Thurs each month- This program ends Sep 16th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 16th
2:00pm-4:00pm
Classics to new titles discussed in a casual setting. New Members welcome. Books are provided.
To register, contact Information Staff.
3rd Thurs each month- This program ends Sep 16th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 16th
2:00pm-4:00pm
Classics to new titles discussed in a casual setting. New Members welcome. Books are provided.
To register, contact Information Staff.
Wednesday Book Club
3rd Weds each month- This program ends Jun 15th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 15th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Classics to new titles discussed in a casual setting. New Members welcome. Books are provided.
To register, contact Information Staff.
3rd Weds each month- This program ends Jun 15th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 15th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Classics to new titles discussed in a casual setting. New Members welcome. Books are provided.
To register, contact Information Staff.
Events & Programs
Pirate Tales
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.
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.
Finding Your Way in Residential Care - Seniors Housing Workshop
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.
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.
Kids Day Off @ the Library - Mike's Critters
Monday, Sep 27th
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day, children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) will not only be captivated but also educated by Mike's Critters, a collection of reptiles, amphibians, birds, insects, arachnids and mammals. Drop in and discover some weird and wonderful creatures during this free 45 - 60 minute program.
Monday, Sep 27th
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day, children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) will not only be captivated but also educated by Mike's Critters, a collection of reptiles, amphibians, birds, insects, arachnids and mammals. Drop in and discover some weird and wonderful creatures during this free 45 - 60 minute program.
Homeschoolers' Open House
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 key databases for home study. Light refreshments will be served.
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 key databases for home study. Light refreshments will be served.
Awesome October Pajama Storytime
Thursday, Oct 7th
7:00pm-7:30pm
Stories, songs and a puppet play.
Thursday, Oct 7th
7:00pm-7:30pm
Stories, songs and a puppet play.
Antarctic Adventure with Ursula Easterbrook
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!
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!
Kids Day Off @ the Library - Joseph the Magician
Friday, Oct 22nd
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day Joseph the Magician will be sure to delight children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) during this fun, exciting and free magic show. Drop-in.
Friday, Oct 22nd
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day Joseph the Magician will be sure to delight children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) during this fun, exciting and free magic show. Drop-in.
Behind the Cover
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.
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
Thursday, Nov 18th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Understand your personal finances with Eileen Reppenhagen, CGA (aka The Tax Detective) at this free workshop.
Thursday, Nov 18th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Understand your personal finances with Eileen Reppenhagen, CGA (aka The Tax Detective) at this free workshop.
Kids Day Off @ the Library - Ventriloquist Kellie Haines
Friday, Nov 26th
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day ventriloquist Kellie Haines will delight and amaze children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) with her lively, interactive and free performance. Kellie draws on her background in theatre, puppetry, dance and clowning as she explores a wide variety of topics with humour, compassion and boundless energy. Drop-in.
Friday, Nov 26th
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day ventriloquist Kellie Haines will delight and amaze children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) with her lively, interactive and free performance. Kellie draws on her background in theatre, puppetry, dance and clowning as she explores a wide variety of topics with humour, compassion and boundless energy. Drop-in.
Delightful December Pajama Storytime
Thursday, Dec 9th
7:00pm-7:30pm
Stories, songs and a puppet play.
Thursday, Dec 9th
7:00pm-7:30pm
Stories, songs and a puppet play.
Teen Pizza & Games Night
Thursday, Dec 16th
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.
Thursday, Dec 16th
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.
