Rhyme & Record

Write, create and record your own slam poem or song in our professional recording studio over the course of this 4-week workshop. For grades 9+.

Civic Centre Resource Library

Thursdays, April 6–27, 7 pm

Babysitting Course with Heart2Heart

Learn important skills for becoming a top-notch babysitter in this one-day course. Registration is $70. For ages 11–15.

AN Saturday, March 25, 9:30 am – 5 pm

DC Sunday, April 23, 9:30 am – 5 pm

D&D Club

Game on! Join in on the action and adventure as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons. No previous gaming experience required. For grades 6–12.

PBRL Saturday, March 25 & April 22, 2 pm

PL Tuesdays, March 21 – April 25, 6 pm

Hack Your Resume

Hack your resume with tips from Next-Steps Employment Centre to land that summer job.

AN Thursday, March 23, 7 pm

DC Wednesday, March 1, 3:30 pm

PBRL Tuesday, March 28, 3 pm

Lit Teen Café

Read anything good lately? Want to share book suggestions? Drop in and chat with other teens while making your own custom fandom gear. For grades 8–12.

PBRL Thursdays, March 2 & April 6, 3:30 pm

Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

Rhyme & Record!

Write, create and record your own slam poem or song in our professional recording studio over the course of this 4-week workshop. For grades 9+.

CCRL Thursdays, April 6–27, 7 pm

Table Top for Teens

Explore the world of table top board games and card games at the library. Bring your own games or choose from our selection.

MA Mondays, March 20 & April 17, 3 pm

Teen Book Club

We'll pick an exciting, hot new read each month. Get a copy, read it, and then come tell us what you think! For grades 8–12. Join in-person or over Zoom. See VPL website for the book selections.

BCRL Thursdays, March 23 & April 20, 7:30 pm

Teen Virtual Reality Club

Want to use lightsabers, golf clubs, scuba gear and more? Experience fun games and programs with our Virtual Reality headsets. For grades 6–12.

PBRL Tuesdays, March 21 & April 25, 3 pm

Toastmasters for Teens

Nervous about public speaking? Join Toastmasters for Teens and conquer those fears! Develop communication and leadership skills with the guidance of a facilitator. For grades 8–12.

PBRL Tuesdays, April 4 –May 23, 7 pm

Advance Care Planning

What is an Advance Care Plan? Having conversations with loved ones about your future care wishes is important. Dr. Julie McIntyre discusses Advance Care Planning using Speak Up resources.

ZOOM Wednesday, April 12, 7 pm

Brain Fitness

Want your brain to work smarter and faster? Join us for fun and engaging activities to boost your brain strength and flexibility.

PBRL Wednesday, April 19, 2 pm

Bullying: During COVID-19 and Beyond

Youth psychologist Dr. Grace Vitale discusses the new forms of bullying that kids and teens are experiencing and how parents can help.

ZOOM Monday, March 20, 7 pm

Chinese Social Hour / 中文社交活动

Chat in Chinese about books, current events and life in Canada. Call or visit the Service Desk for more details.

PL Tuesdays, March 14 & April 11, 10:30 am

Age of Vice

by Deepti Kapoor

Conversations on Social Inclusion: Autism and Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Join us for a discussion on autism and neurodiversity in the workplace and how they can be viewed as a benefit. Presented by Karen Bopp, PhD.

ZOOM Wednesday, April 26, 7 pm

Death Café: Let's Talk!

Meet others for a group-led discussion on death. Learn from each other and make the most of your time and time with loved ones.

ZOOM Tuesday, March 21, 7 pm

Geocaching 101

Ever wondered about geocaching? Learn the joys of this fun and healthy outdoor activity that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

ZOOM Thursday, March 30, 7 pm

Having Fun in the Sun - Safely

Breanna Bitondo from Southlake Health Centre discusses sun risks for all ages and how to ensure a happy outdoor season.

ZOOM Tuesday, April 18, 7 pm

Income Tax Return Information for Newcomers

This TCCSA presentation specifically aims to help newcomers with their questions about income tax returns. For registration, contact www.tccsa.on.ca or contact a library service desk.

ZOOM Tuesday, April 4, 7 pm

Let's Go to the Movies

Enjoy a variety of interesting contemporary films with other movie enthusiasts.

AN Saturdays, April 1 & 29, 2 pm

DC Mondays, 1:30 pm *No program April 10

WO Mondays, March 6 & April 3, 2 pm

Make Money By Importing and Sourcing Products

Do you dream of having a small business? Learn how to start a side business importing products with step by step instructions.

ZOOM Thursday, April 6, 7 pm

Mental Wellness: Putting Yourself First

Learn the key, practical strategies to maintaining great mental health while building a positive environment at home. Presented by Dr. Bisleen Attli.

ZOOM Monday, April 3, 7 pm

Nature Talks

Nature Talks will bring together lovers of nature and advocates of environmental sustainability as we hear from gardeners, scientists and environmentalists. Attend in person or on Zoom.

WO Monday, April 3, 7pm

Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness

Celebrate National Organ Tissue Donation Week by learning how organ and tissue donation works and who it can benefit.

ZOOM Tuesday, April 25, 7 pm

Please pre-register at vaughanpubliclibraries.eventbrite.com

ESL & Newcomers

In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For ESL & Chinese session registration and information, please contact LSP at LSP@ccyr.org or call/text 647.212.6162. For Korean session registration, contact ykim@ccsyr.org

Chat and Learn in Korean /

These sessions will provide information in Korean about services and resources in our community for the Korean community.

March | Library and Electronic Resources for families

April | Ontario's education system

PL Fridays, March 17 & April 14, 10:30 am

ESL Café

Newcomers and ESL learners can practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers.

DC Mondays, March 13 & April 17, 7 pm

ZOOM Tuesdays, March 14, 28, April 11 & 25 1:30 pm

Virtual ESL Book Club

Good news for ESL learners— we offer fun and lively book discussions to build your confidence in speaking English!

ZOOM Thursdays, March 9 & April 13, 7 pm

Settlement Support Group for Chinese Speaking Newcomers

Monthly meetings to share settlement experiences, learn about community resources and services, and get to know the community.

每月以不同活动主题，利用小组互动及图书馆设施，帮 助新移民朋友了解各类服务信息，分享喜怒哀乐，维持 健康生活，融入新家园。可提供国语及粤语服务。 PL Tuesdays, March 28 & April 25, 10 am

Snow Road Station

by Elizabeth Hay

Book

French Programs Fr

Let’s Go to the (French) Movies

Great French movies with English subtitles for all to enjoy. De superbes films en français avec sous-titres anglais pour le plaisir de tous.

DC Sundays, March 5 & April 2, 1:30 pm