FVRL - Abbotsford Community Library

10/23/2026

Ready to learn All About Owls? Looking for a kid's activity for the non-instructional day tomorrow? Join City of Abbotsford - The Hub Of The Fraser Valley 's Artist in Residence Aysha McConkey to learn all about them!
We'll learn about their habitats and habits and even dissect an 'owl pellet' mock up to see what's inside! Very limited spaces left, please register online at https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/events/25272

10/15/2026

🚢 Tonight at 6 p.m.!

Ready to talk cruising?

Join us tonight at Abbotsford Community Library for:

🚢 Cruise Travel: Exploring Ships, Lines & Destinations

Learn about cruise lines, ships, cabins and destinations, hear some stories from a librarian who has actually worked aboard a cruise ship, and share your own cruise experiences.

🐟 And, of course, we can't forget the Smoked Salmon Test.

Tonight — Thursday, October 15 at 6 p.m.

📍 Abbotsford Community Library

👉 Event details and registration: https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/events/24919

All aboard! 🚢

10/15/2026

🚢 We're setting sail tomorrow night!

Join us at Abbotsford Community Library for:

Cruise Travel: Exploring Ships, Lines & Destinations

Come hear about different cruise lines, ships, cabins and destinations—and bring your own cruise experiences to share!

And yes, we'll get to the important stuff too…

🐟 The Smoked Salmon Test.

📅 Tomorrow — Thursday, October 15
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Abbotsford Community Library

Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned sailor, come join us!

👉 Details: https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/events/24919

10/13/2026

🛳️ Not all cruise ships are the same. And neither are cruise lines.

A massive ship with waterslides, shows and dozens of restaurants can offer a very different experience from a smaller ship with a quieter atmosphere.

Some cruises are as much about the ship as they are about the destination. Others are all about exploring the places along the way.

So how do you figure out which cruise is right for you?

Join us at Abbotsford Community Library for:

🚢 Cruise Travel: Exploring Ships, Lines & Destinations

Our Community Librarian Dennis will share his experience with cruising and explore some of the choices you'll face when planning a cruise—from cruise lines and ships to cabins and destinations.

We'll also leave time for experienced cruisers to share their own recommendations and experiences.

📅 This Thursday, October 15
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Abbotsford Community Library

Whether you've never set foot on a cruise ship or you're already counting down to your next sailing, you're welcome!

👉 https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/events/24919

10/09/2026

🦃 Upcoming Library Closure - Thanksgiving Day

💻 For library hours and upcoming closures please visit the “Locations & Hours” page on our website: https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/locations

10/09/2026

🐟 The Smoked Salmon Test

Apparently, our Community Librarian Dennis has a very important question when evaluating a cruise ship:

Does the breakfast buffet have smoked salmon?

😂

It may sound like a strange way to judge a cruise ship, but food is just one of the many things that can make cruise lines—and individual ships—different from one another.

What about the cabins?
The entertainment?
The atmosphere?
The size of the ship?
The destinations?
And perhaps most importantly… what kind of smoked salmon are we talking about? 🐟

Find out more at:

🚢 Cruise Travel: Exploring Ships, Lines & Destinations

📅 Thursday, October 15
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Abbotsford Community Library

Come with your cruise questions, your cruise stories, or simply your curiosity.

👉 Details and registration: https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/events/24919

10/06/2026

Our poster wall is full wirh all of our upcoming events! Visit our website at www.fvrl.bc.ca to view, register, or save our events to your online calendar.

10/06/2026

📚🚢 Did you know that one of our Community Librarians once worked as a librarian on a cruise ship?

Yes, really.

So when Dennis talks about cruising, he's coming to the subject from a somewhat unusual perspective—he's experienced cruise ships as both a passenger and a member of the crew.

Join us on Thursday, October 15 at 6 p.m. for:

Cruise Travel: Exploring Ships, Lines & Destinations

We'll look at what makes different cruise lines and ships unique, what to consider when choosing a cruise, different types of cabins, destinations, and what it's actually like to spend your vacation at sea.

And if you've cruised before, you'll have a chance to share your own experiences and favourite destinations during the discussion afterward.

🚢 First-time cruiser? Bring your questions.
🌎 Experienced cruiser? Bring your stories.

📅 October 15 | 6 p.m.
📍 Abbotsford Community Library

👉 Learn more: https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/events/24919

10/02/2026

🚢 Thinking about taking a cruise? Or already have a favourite ship?

Cruising can be a lot more complicated than simply choosing where you want to go. Different cruise lines—and even different ships within the same cruise line—can offer very different experiences.

Join us at Abbotsford Community Library for:

🚢 Cruise Travel: Exploring Ships, Lines & Destinations

Our Community Librarian and cruise enthusiast Dennis will explore the differences between cruise lines and ships, cabin choices, life onboard, destinations, and some of the things to consider when choosing a cruise.

And this isn't just for first-time cruisers! Experienced cruisers are invited to share their favourite ships, cruise lines, ports and destinations during a group discussion following the presentation.

📅 Thursday, October 15
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Abbotsford Community Library

Whether you're planning your first cruise or you've already sailed the seven seas, come join the conversation!

👉 Details and registration: https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/events/24919

10/01/2026

💕 October is Canadian Library Month! Tell us what you love about the library for a chance to win; enter at your local library or online! https://fvrl.me/librarymonth

October is Canadian Library Month! Tell us what you love about the library for a chance to win; enter at your local library or online! https://fvrl.me/librarymonth