Celebrate your love of the Squamish Public Library!
- Connect with library staff, board, community members and municipal council candidates
- Discover new library services and programs
- Tour the library’s newly renovated space
- Play a round of indoor mini-golf and lots of other games for a chance to win prizes
- Learn about your library’s exciting future plans
- Refreshments provided!
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NDTR Book Give-Away
The Squamish Library joined the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Commemoration held at O’Siyam Pavilion on Friday, September 30, 2022. There, we gave away a selection of books about residential school and reconciliation to the community, including fiction and non-fiction titles for all ages.
This is a list of those books, which are all available to borrow from the library:
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Literacy Kits
These kits include a book and some props, like handmade stuffies, that will enhance the story for your little one.
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Upcoming Events & Programs |
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Livestream Watch Party (in-person)
Sharing Traditions:
An Evening of Oral Storytelling With Tsawaysia Spukwus and Tanina Williams
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Thursday / October 13 / 7 - 9 pm
Library Meeting Room
Eight local storytellers will share the stage with these two powerhouse keepers of stories and songs indigenous to the shared Lil’wat and Squamish territories.
Join us at the Squamish Library for a livestreaming of this event. Free to attend. Everyone welcome.
Registration:
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Author Event (in-person)
Early Literacy Workshop & Book Launch
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Wednesday / October 19 / 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Library Meeting Room
Come join author Yvonne SoBeach B.Ed, M.Ed, to learn how to teach your kids how to read.
Yvonne SoBeach has published her first series of children’s books that are based on a few foundational reading rules to help guide parents in helping their kids unlock the magic of reading!
Registration:
No registration required, just come down to the library and join us.
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Volunteer Meeting (in-person)
Friends of the Library Meeting
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Thursday / October 20 / 12:30 - 1:30 pm
Library Meeting Room
The primary purpose of the “Friends” is to contribute to the pleasant, welcoming atmosphere at the library and to encourage more people to enjoy what the library offers, thus making our Library a real “community” place. Everyone welcome.
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Monthly Drop-in (in-person)
Legal Advocacy Drop-In
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Monday / October 24 / 10 am - 2 pm / Squamish Library
The Legal Advocacy Program offers free advocacy support and assistance to financially restricted individuals and families in Squamish, Whistler, and Pemberton.
You’ll be able to find a Legal Advocate at the library once a month. They will be available for drop-in conversations, or you can contact them to set up an appointment.
For more information or to set up an appointment, contact Parneet Grewal at 604-892-5796 or legal.advocacy@sscs.ca. |
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Author Event (in-person)
How to be a Cartoonist with Doug Savage
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Thursday / October 27 / 7 - 8 pm
Library Meeting Room
Doug Savage, creator of the online comic Savage Chickens and the graphic novel series Laser Moose and Rabbit Boy, will tell you everything you need to know to become a cartoonist. A free adults comics workshop.
Registration:
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In-Person
Kids' Library Book Club
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Starting October 6 - November 24, 2022
Thursdays / 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Library Community Meeting Room
Come to the library and hang out with other library lovers. Check out books, read to a teen buddy, get recommendations, play some board games or maybe do a craft.
This program is geared towards children in grade 2 and older.
Registration:
Sign up will open each week on Monday at 8 am.
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In-Person
Family & Baby Storytime
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Please note: Registration is required for all storytimes!
📚 Family Storytime:
Tuesdays// Fridays // Saturdays: 10:30 am - 11 am
🧸 Baby Storytime:
Tuesdays // Fridays: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Teddybear Storytime and Craft with Julie
Every second Wednesday of the month //
5 pm - 5: 30 pm
Next: Wednesday, October 12
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Library Closed on Monday, October 10, for Thanksgiving |
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2022 Municipal Elections: Advance Voting is Open Now |
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Thursday, October 6: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The 55 Activity Centre
Saturday, October 8: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Brennan Park
Tuesday, October 11: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Brennan Park
Wednesday, October 12: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Brennan Park
Saturday, October 15: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. General voting day at Brennan Park
More info about the Squamish elections and candidates
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FOYER Gallery: ANNUAL FUNDRAISER & ART DRAW |
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ON NOW at the FOYER Gallery
LINDA WAGNER
‘Coastal Waters’ – oil paintings
Opening Reception: Saturday, October 22, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm at the Foyer Gallery
ANNUAL DRAW FOR ART & FUNDRAISER EXHIBIT
Donate to the FOYER Gallery before November 13, 2022, to enter into a random draw for one of 30+ pieces of artwork created by FOYER artists. All artwork can be viewed in person at the Foyer gallery.
You will also receive a tax receipt for your donation, as well as recognition in the Foyer Gallery. The FOYER Gallery thanks you for your support!
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The Squamish Public Library is located within the traditional and unceded territory of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation).
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