Vancouver Public Library

Stuck at the airport? Waiting at the doctor’s office? Need something to pass the time?

Turn downtime into reading time.

Access thousands of free ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines anytime, anywhere on your phone, tablet, or laptop with the Libby app and your library card.

Learn how at this FREE workshop!

📖 Read Anywhere: Learn to Use Libby
📅 Tue, June 30 | 🕑️ 2 pm |📍Mount Pleasant Branch
📅 Thu, July 16 | 🕕️ 6 pm | 📍Central Library

👉 Register now: https://buff.ly/mssiRm4

🔓 Ready to unlock our 2026 Teen Summer Challenge?

Learn the basics of ASL, explore Deaf culture, bust some myths, and pick up real-life communication tips with Q***r ASL!

🎉 Plus, win prizes and score 5 grand prize entries just for joining in!

🤟 Intro to American Sign Language & Deaf Culture
📅 Mon, July 6 | 🕑️ 2 – 4 pm | 📍Central Library

Sign up here: https://buff.ly/uYVSBWr

Join graphic novelist and artist Mei Yu as she shares simple techniques to help kids draw fun, expressive cartoons—including one of her popular characters from her award-winning graphic novels.

FREE! Space is limited!

✍️ Cartoon Drawing Workshop with Mei Yu
📅 Tue, July 7 | 🕚️ 11 am | Renfrew Branch

👉 Register today: https://buff.ly/qQXwnLR

Discover the rich sounds of one of the world’s oldest musical traditions with the BC Chinese Music Association.

In our final Intro to Traditional Chinese Music session, join musician and educator Tim Chan as he spotlights the sheng—a fascinating musical instrument known for its ethereal sound—through a live demonstration exploring its history, cultural significance, and unique playing techniques.

✨ Come listen, learn, and be inspired.

🎶 Intro to Traditional Chinese Music: Sheng with Tim Chan
📅 Mon, June 29 | 🕡️ 6:30 pm | 📍Renfrew Branch

➡️ Register now: https://buff.ly/heSDHPJ

Today is the day! BC Summer Reading Club registration opens at all VPL branches! ✨

➡️ BC Summer Reading Club is a free literacy program designed to engage children, ages 5-12, with libraries and reading, throughout the summer.

Pick up a Reading Record in person at any VPL Branch beginning on June 15, while supplies last. Families can also make an account to use the Online Reading Tracker. Track your activities and pick up a medal at the end of the challenge!

Find book lists, events and more here: https://buff.ly/lRwNJfA

🎨 Get crafty at your library!

Join us for a creative collage session where you can snip, mix, layer, stick—and let your imagination run wild.

We’ll have inspiring prompts and helpful tips to get you started, plus plenty of magazines to explore and create with.

FREE! Everyone welcome!

✂️📚️ Cut & Paste: Collage Workshop
📅 Tuesdays, June 30, July 28 & Aug. 25
🕠️ 5:30 – 7 pm
📍 Terry Salman Branch

Learn more: https://buff.ly/Rccz3E5

🌊 Get ready for an ocean adventure at your library! 🐟🪸

Kids can dive into the wonders of the sea with breathtaking 360° 4K footage that brings the ocean to life. Then, explore the world beneath the waves with real and replica marine artifacts. 🐚🔍

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Ages 3 – 12 (siblings welcome!)
🎟️ FREE—but space is limited!
📖 Part of Summer Reading Club

🫧 Under the Sea with the Ocean Wise Sea Dome
📅 Thu, July 9 | 🕛️ 12 – 3 pm | 📍Central Library

🦈 Register here: https://buff.ly/xV5kSpm