Accessible Resources at the Library
The Squamish Library has many resources available for anyone affected by any type of print disability.

A Print Disability can be a:

  • Learning disability: An impairment relating to comprehension
  • Physical disability: The inability to hold or manipulate a book
  • Visual disability: Severe or total impairment of sight or the inability to focus or move one’s eyes

Accessible Resources at the Library:

  • The National Network of Equitable Library Service (NNELS) 
If you have a print disability, you qualify to register as a print disabled library member, which allows you to access resources from NNELS. To register, please email the library at phackett@squamish.ca.

  • Interlink Audiobooks
This collection consists of audiobooks produced by InterLINK, but also includes unabridged titles from Canadian suppliers and from commercial producers in England and the United States. To register, please email phackett@squamish.ca.


For more information, please visit our website or contact us!
February is Black History Month
Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black people in Canada and their communities.
Afrofuturism

In celebration of Black History Month, we are highlighting books, ebooks, audiobooks, and DVDs that represent the Afrofuturist movement in our collection.

Afrofuturism is a movement in literature, music, and art, featuring futuristic, speculative, or science fiction themes which incorporate elements of Black history, culture, and excellence.
Junior Fiction & Non-Fiction Books for Black History Month

The 2023 theme for Black History Month is: “Ours to tell”. This theme represents both an opportunity to engage in open dialogue and a commitment to learning more about the stories Black communities in Canada have to tell about their histories, successes, sacrifices and triumphs. Learn more.
Upcoming Events & Programs
Friends of the Library Volunteer Meeting
Thursday / February 16 / 12:30 - 1:30pm 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.
Monthly Board Game Club
Saturday / February 18 / 1 - 4 pm
Library Meeting Room (drop-in)

Drop in between 1 - 4 pm, to start your quest to conquer new worlds, skills, and friends!

You can bring your favourite game or try new ones - the library has lots of board games!

Registration:
No registration required!
Virtual Quest Lecture:
Local Politics in the Post-Wild West Era
Tuesday / February 21 / 7 - 8:30 pm
Online on Zoom or via Facebook Live

An analysis of British Columbia’s 2022 municipal elections. Presented by Dr. Stewart Prest.

Registration:
To join us on Zoom, sign up here.
Or watch via Facebook Live.
Lions, Bears, & Wolves, oh my! Wildlife Talk with Michael Allen
Thursday / March 9 / 7 - 8:30 pm
Library Meeting Room

Join Michael Allen to learn about Squamish River watershed wildlife. Allen has been busy in the field camera-monitoring bears, mountain lions, and wolves and will share his videos and updates on these animals and more!

No registration required.
Family & Baby Storytime
Please note: Registration is required for all storytimes!
Storytimes take place in the Library Meeting Room. View the event calendar for upcoming Storytimes.

📚 Family Storytime:
Tuesdays // Fridays // Saturdays:
10:30 - 11 am

🧸 Baby Storytime:
Tuesdays // Fridays: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Teddybear Storytime & Craft with Julie
Every second Wednesday of the month:
5 - 5: 30 pm
Next: Wednesday, March 8
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Drop-In Community Services at the Library
Street Reach Drop-In:

Drop-in to see an outreach worker from Street Reach! Anyone is welcome to these open office hours in the library’s Community Meeting Room, whether you’re a resident of Squamish Helping Hands needing help with paperwork, or the computer, or a community member who wants to connect with Squamish Helping Hands, or volunteer with Street Reach.

Free Legal Advocacy Drop-In:

The Legal Advocacy Program offers free advocacy support and assistance to financially restricted individuals and families in Squamish, Whistler, and Pemberton.

Howe Sound Women's Centre Drop-In:

On the last Wednesday of each month, you can find the Howe Sound Women’s Centre at the library! Stop by to chat with an outreach worker and learn about their services and resources.
Library Closed on Monday, February 20, for Family Day
FOYER Gallery
ON NOW at the FOYER Gallery in the Squamish Library
January 30 - March 25

Elizabeth Kerr
'Eclectic Close-Ups'
Photography

Rosemary Slater
'Mad Potters’ Tea Party'
CLAYTIVITY in Wonderland Ceramics

Zoë Evamy
’Sea to Sky Ascent’
Original Watercolour
Art Fundraiser for Squamish Environment Society - new limited edition prints

Visit the current Foyer Gallery show at the library during library hours, or view the virtual gallery, including Q&A with the artists, on the Foyer Gallery website.