Events for Adults

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Life Stories

Listen to the real-life stories of people from marginalized groups and how they have experienced prejudice, social exclusion, or stigma. By understanding and appreciating everyone’s past and present, we can build a better future for all.

The series runs from Oct. 25 - Nov. 22. Register for individual sessions below.

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City Centre branch | Rooms 136 & 137
Tuesdays | 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Oct. 25: People living with disabilities
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Nov. 1: The LGBTQ+ community
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Nov. 8: The justice system, homelessness, & addiction
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Nov. 15: Indigenous peoples
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Nov. 22: Newcomers and refugees
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A short question-and-answer period will be held after each session.

Light refreshments will be served and Tri-City Community Television will be recording the speakers.

Board Game Days
In-Person - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Sep. 24 - Poirier branch
Nov. 26 - City Centre branch

Chamber Talks
From Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce
Sep. 27 - Disability Employment Month
Oct. 12 - Recession Proof Your Business
Oct. 25 - Employment Law Essentials

Pre-Employment Skills
With ISSofBC Job Quest
Sep. 28 - Education & Training Options

Juried Art Exhibition
View the exhibit from Oct. 1 - 4
Learn more and register for a guided tour

College Info Sessions
City Centre branch
Oct. 6 - Langara College
Oct. 11 - Douglas College

Internet Safety
With Canada Learning Code
Oct. 12 - 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Career Prep Workshops
With WorkBC
Oct. 13 - Preparing for Job Interviews
Nov. 16 - Succeeding in the Workplace
Dec. 15 - Effective Resumes

Chess Club
Poirier branch - 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Oct. 15 | Dec. 17

Social Media Series
With Canada Learning Code
Oct. 17 - Digital Tools for Branding
Oct. 24 - Introduction and Best Practices
Nov. 1 - Promoting Your Business
Nov. 8 - Google My Business

Library Services for Newcomer Parents - In Mandarin
Virtual program
Oct. 18 - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Women and Finance
Oct. 20 - Poirier branch
Oct. 26 - City Centre branch

Volunteer Job Fair
With Community Volunteer Connections
Oct. 22 - City Centre branch

Trivia Night
Virtual program - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Nov. 3 - Hayao Miyazaki

Other Programs & Events

Past Programs

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Virtual Book Club

Join this ongoing monthly book club. New members always welcome!

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EAL Book Club

Practice your reading skills with our monthly Book Club.

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Upcoming Events

Virtual Book Club

Monday, September 26 at 07:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Adult Program
Join us for our monthly virtual book club where we will talk about our book pick for the month! We will meet on the last Monday of each month.
Understanding your Education and Training options

Wednesday, September 28 at 01:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Adult Program
Join the Library and ISSofBC JobQuest for a series of workshops to support newcomers who are seeking or entering the Canadian workforce.
Juried Art Exhibition

Saturday, October 01 at 10:00 AM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- All Ages
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Come visit the Juried Art Exhibit at the Library from Sat, Oct 1 to Tues, Oct 4. Public are welcome to visit the Exhibit during library hours or register for a guided tour on Sat Oct. 1.
Guided Juried Art Exhibit Tour (1)

Saturday, October 01 at 02:00 PM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Join us at the City Centre branch for a guided tour of the art exhibit. Registration required.
Guided Juried Art Exhibit Tour (2)

Saturday, October 01 at 02:45 PM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Join us at the City Centre Branch Library for a guided tour of the awarded artworks from the Juried Art Exhibit. Registration required.
Juried Art Exhibition

Sunday, October 02 at 10:00 AM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- All Ages
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Come visit the Juried Art Exhibit at the Library from Sat, Oct 1 to Tues, Oct 4. Public are welcome to visit the Exhibit during library hours or register for a guided tour on Sat Oct. 1.
Juried Art Exhibition

Monday, October 03 at 09:00 AM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- All Ages
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Come visit the Juried Art Exhibit at the Library from Sat, Oct 1 to Tues, Oct 4. Public are welcome to visit the Exhibit during library hours or register for a guided tour on Sat Oct. 1.
Juried Art Exhibition

Tuesday, October 04 at 09:00 AM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- All Ages
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Come visit the Juried Art Exhibit at the Library from Sat, Oct 1 to Tues, Oct 4. Public are welcome to visit the Exhibit during library hours or register for a guided tour on Sat Oct. 1.
Mother Goose at the Library

Thursday, October 06 at 01:00 PM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
Events type:
- Children's Program
- Adult Program
This English language Mother Goose program is being run as a partnership by the Library and Westcoast Family Centres. Registration is required.
Langara College Info Session

Thursday, October 06 at 06:30 PM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Join the Library and Langara College to learn about college admissions, programs, student life, alumni and more.
3D Printing Orientation

Friday, October 07 at 02:00 PM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Technology Program
- Adult Program
Explore technology in our Innovation Hub. Registration: Drop-in.
Douglas College Info Session

Tuesday, October 11 at 06:30 PM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Join the Library and Douglas College to learn about college admissions, academic upgrading, university transfer and more.
Internet Safety

Wednesday, October 12 at 11:30 AM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Technology Program
- Adult Program
Come join us to know more about Internet Safety. In partnership with Canada Learning Code.
Mother Goose at the Library

Thursday, October 13 at 01:00 PM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
Events type:
- Children's Program
- Adult Program
This English language Mother Goose program is being run as a partnership by the Library and Westcoast Family Centres. Registration is required.
Preparing for Job Interviews

Thursday, October 13 at 02:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Adult Program
Join this online presentation to learn how to prepare for Job Interviews. In partnership with WorkBC Centre.
Digital Tools For Branding

Monday, October 17 at 11:30 AM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Technology Program
- Adult Program
Come join us to learn the tools used to build a logo and create a style guide. Part of the Social Media: Digital Tools to Brand & Market your Business series.
Library Services for Newcomer Parents

Tuesday, October 18 at 01:00 PM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Adult Program
Come join us to learn more about exciting library services, resources and programs.
Women and Finance

Thursday, October 20 at 01:30 PM

Location: Branch - Poirier
Age group:
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Adult Program
Women and Finance
Volunteer Job Fair

Saturday, October 22 at 10:00 AM

Location: Branch - City Centre
Age group:
- Youth (12-18)
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Teen Program
- Adult Program
Join the Library and Community Volunteer Connections for a free Volunteer Job Fair.
Introduction to Social Media + Social Media Best Practices

Monday, October 24 at 11:30 AM

Location: Branch - Virtual
Age group:
- Adults (18+)
Events type:
- Technology Program
- Adult Program
Come join us to learn and create four different social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram) and learn how to navigate each platform from a business perspective.

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