Free Classes

Conducted in Mandarin with Cantonese support. Love reading classic in Chinese and want to share your thoughts and experiences with folks? It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at Renfrew Branch, on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. A small group program designed to create a welcoming environment for children who may not yet thrive in traditional library storytime settings. A storytime program with stories, songs, rhymes and sensory play activities. It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at Vancouver Central Library, every Thursday from November 12 to November 26, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. Participants are welcome to move, stim, or take breaks as needed. It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at Collingwood Branch, every Thursday from November 12 to November 26, 2026, 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Help your child turn climate worries into hope and action. This facilitated workshop for caregivers with elementary school-aged children explores the symptoms of eco-anxiety and offers practical ways to respond. It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at Fraserview Branch, on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 6:45 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Do you love reading and want to share your thoughts and opinions with like-minded folks? Join the Hastings Branch Book Club. It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at Hastings Branch, on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 5:45 PM to 6:45 PM.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Little Buddies are paired with Big Buddies to practice reading and literacy skills together. It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at Britannia Branch, every Wednesday from November 18 to November 25, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Are you working on a writing project and need a nudge in the right direction? Submit up to seven (7) pages of your poetry, fiction prose, or non-fiction prose, and receive supportive feedback that will help guide you on your writing journey. It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at nə́c̓aʔmat ct Strathcona Branch, on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Little Buddies are paired with Big Buddies to practice reading and literacy skills together. Participants are welcome to move, stim, or take breaks as needed. It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at South Hill Branch, every Wednesday from November 18 to November 25, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Meet other teen artists, discuss creative projects and exchange ideas at this bi-weekly in-person meet-up. Get your creative juices flowing with art prompts, explore new media using our supplies, and learn new techniques from guest artists! It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at Hastings Branch, on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Kids, it is time to start writing and thinking creatively! Our fun writing activities will have you writing stories and comics in no time. It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at Renfrew Branch, on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

In times of economic uncertainty, it’s important to stay calm and plan strategically. This workshop covers ways to adjust your budget, prioritize goals, manage expenses, and make your money last in challenging times. It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at Fraserview Branch, on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Learn how to code using iPads and Osmo coding duo. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. It is a free Vancouver Public Library program at Mount Pleasant Branch, on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM.