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Library Champion Registration – Richmond Public Library

Richmond Public Library Information Session
Monday 23 September 2024 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm

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Creating awareness of Library and Settlement Services for Newcomers to BC. Connecting newcomers to local events. Sharing stories, experiences and knowledge.

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Did you know, you can access the @burnabypl in many languages? Hover over the language icon to access all languages available! https://bit.ly/46uaSwX

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Road to IELTS (Academic or General) offers interactive exercises, expert advice and practice tests for those preparing for either the Academic or General versions of the IELTS test. Access this, free, with your @vpl library card: https://bit.ly/47hw8ok

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Surrey Libraries app lets you browse for items and manage your account straight from your phone or tablet. Check out the top three features of the app. https://bit.ly/4c5r3Su #surreybc #surreylibraries @surreylibrary #librariesareawesome

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Death Café - The objective is “to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.” https://bit.ly/46hGUMB @readlearnplay Ladner Pioneer Library

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You can access so many great resources, free, with your library card! Check it out!!🔎 Looking for a magazine that is right for you?We have a large selection of magazines for any interest or age... and even more online. Check it out today!Print: ow.ly/Yu7K50SpsPRFlipster: ow.ly/uITK50SpsPSOverdrive Magazines: ow.ly/icVy50SpsPUPressReader: ow.ly/MIW850SpsPT ... See MoreSee Less

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Richmond Public Library is offering a Canada Learning Code coding program! This summer, children ages 9-12 can learn about AI and Neural Networks with coding and fun activities. Saturdays | July 27-August 31 | 10:30am - 12:00pm | yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=neural+networks&fbclid=IwY2xjawEQtcZleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHc...#richmondbc #richmondpubliclibrary #coding #programming #programmer #python #developer #javascript #code #coder #technology #html #computerscience #codinglife #java #webdeveloper #tech #webdevelopment #css #software #softwaredeveloper #webdesign #linux #programmers #codingisfun #softwareengineer #php #programmingmemes #programminglife #machinelearning #development ... See MoreSee Less

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Join the Kamloops Arts Council’s Rivertown players in the library for a free, fun, family-friendly theatre performance. August 14 | 11:15 - 12:15 | Thompson-Nicola Regional Library - Merritt Librarynewtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/rivertown-players/#theatre #actor #theater #broadway #musicaltheatre #art #teatro #musical #acting #actress #musicals #music #film #cinema #performance #dance #drama #stage #theatrelife #actorslife #artist #actors #love #movie #photography #movies #theatrekid #comedy #newtobc #merrittbc #librariesareawesome ... See MoreSee Less

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Join the Kamloops Art Council’s Rivertown players in the library for a free, fun, family-friendly theatre performance.

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#NJOIN Ernie Cardinal, nêhiyawak (Cree) knowledge keeper and program manager at the Spirit of the Children Society, as he shares medicine wheel teachings with sage, cedar, sweet grass, tobacco, and willow fungus. Children will then put these teachings to use in a hands-on spirit stone activity. Children age 8 and under must have an adult participate with them. Registration required; register below. If the event is full, please email youth@nwpl.ca to be added to the waitlist.July 30 | 10:00 - 11:30am | New Westminster Public Library Details: newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/spirit-stone-workshop-with-ernie-cardinal-ages-7-12/#newtoBC #BC #stones #Spiritstones #cedar #sage #sweetgrass #tabacco #indigensoulearning #indigenousculture #medicinewheel ... See MoreSee Less

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Learn medicine wheel teachings with sage, cedar, sweet grass, tobacco, and willow fungus in this Spirit Stone Workshop at the New Westminster Public Library.

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Use the sun and nature to make unique art pieces in this 'Cyanotype Print Making for Kids' workshopPort Moody Public Libraryic Library! July 26 | 12:15 - 1:15pm | newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/cyanotype-print-making-f #cyanotype##cyanotypeprinto#blueprint##sunprint #alternativeprocessi#cyanotypesc#alternativephotographyh#cianotipiac#cyanotypeprocessy#arto#cianotipo##altprocessa#cyanotypearta#prussianblueu#blueb#photographyh#printmakingr#cameralessphotographyh#fotografiaalternatival#cyanomastersa#processosalternativost#cyani#cyanotypedaya#solarprints#experimentalphotographyh#labclubefotob#cameralessca#cyanotypephotographyh#handmade #portmoodybcortmoodybc ... See MoreSee Less

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Use the sun and nature to make unique art pieces.

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Have you heard of Grant Connect? Grant Connect is

Have you heard of Grant Connect?

Grant Connect is your ultimate fundraising research tool. Discover grant prospects, explore funders' profiles, and access valuable application details—all in one place.
Unlock new opportunities to fund your mission and make a difference in your community. Learn more about Grant Connect today and elevate your fundraising efforts.

Visit any Surrey Libraries branch to access it today: https://ow.ly/h4yw50SnsN7

@surreylibraries #grants #grantconnect #fundraising #funds #fundraiser #charity #donate #nonprofit #community #support #help #giveback #love #donation #givingback #donations #volunteer #dogood #philanthropy #socialgood #nonprofitorganization #education #ngo

Our Library Champions Project is more than just a

Our Library Champions Project is more than just a service—it’s an essential part of the integration of thousands of newcomers to B.C.

If you're #newtobc and looking for a volunteer opportunity, this is it. We're excited to be bringing this opportunity to the #Kootanays! This is an online volunteer project that will connect you with other immigrants and help you learn about library and settlement services in your community.

Sign up for an information session to learn more: https://newtobc.ca/library-champions-project/library-champions-registration/

#librarychampions #librarychampionproject @castlegar_library @cranbrookpubliclibrary @fernie_heritage_library @grandforkslibrary @invermerepubliclibrary @kaslopubliclibrary @nakusplibrary @nelson.public.library @radiumpubliclibrary @rosslandpubliclibrary @salmovalleypubliclibrary @traillibrary #immigrant #immigrantsupport #immigrantservices

Hora del Cuento en Español | Spanish Storytime M

Hora del Cuento en Español | Spanish Storytime

Mondays | 11:00 - 11:45am | @surreylibraries

Esta programa es para familias con niños de 0 a 6 años de edad.

Cuentos, canciones, rimas y actividades. Presentado en alianza con Sofía Rodríguez, miembro de la comunidad de Guildford.

This program is for children ages 0 to 6 and their caregivers.

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and activities in Spanish. Presented in partnership with Sofía Rodríguez, member of the Guildford community.

#storytime #story #storywa #storytelling #childrensbooks #stories #reading #love #lfl #books #kidsbooks #storyteller #art #surreybc #surreylibraries #spanishstorytime #newtobc

Parrots in the Library July 24 | 11:00am - 12:00p

Parrots in the Library

July 24 | 11:00am - 12:00pm | George Mackie Library - North Delta

Lorraine Livesey and friends, from Greyhaven Exotic Bird Sanctuary, will be coming to the library to talk parrots! Do all parrots talk? Are parrots good pets? Why do some birds fly and other birds can’t? Bring your curiosity and questions as we explore the world of parrots! Sherlock, a Blue and Gold Macaw and Huey, a Quaker Parrot, will be at the talk… they will talk in Macaw and Quaker!

Details: https://newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/parrots-in-the-library/

@readlearnplay #fraservalley #northdeltabc #exoticbirds #parrots #youthprograms #youth #librariesareawesome

African Descent Festival: Celebrating Diversity an

African Descent Festival: Celebrating Diversity and Unity in Vancouver

August 10 + 11 | English Bay, Vancouver, BC

The African Descent Festival is intended to celebrate the cultural diversity of people of African Descent within Vancouver, while recognizing and promoting attitudes of oneness among all ethnic groups and communities. The event focuses on activating public spaces and bringing a diverse range of programming to connect stakeholders working avidly for the long term sustainability of this population.

Details: https://newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/african-descent-festival-celebrating-diversity-and-unity-in-vancouver/

#african #culturaldiversity #vancouver #vancitybuzz #miss604 #yvr #englishbay #vancouverinfluencer #vancity #vancouverphotographer #vancouverinfluencers #canada #vancityhype #yvreats

Find the services you need as a new immigrant to B

Find the services you need as a new immigrant to BC!

https://newtobc.ca/settlement-information-for-newcomers/immigrant-and-refugee-programs-and-services/

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Applications for LEVEL #BIPOC Grants are open unti

Applications for LEVEL #BIPOC Grants are open until August 15th!

The LEVEL BIPOC Grants Program invests in the leadership capacity of BIPOC-led and BIPOC youth-led and/or youth-engaging organizations operating in BC. These three-year, $150,000 grants offer flexible funding that can be used to contribute to operational sustainability while supporting the changing needs of communities over time.

Find out more about the two grant streams, eligibility requirements, and details on how to apply on the Vancouver Foundation website: https://www.vancouverfoundation.ca/grant-seekers/find-grants/level-bipoc-grants/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3QJx8raKtxKCeP95Yiv3a2Aiiw6fIPXdAaGrUbXt-ok_9qFdSTtEyJHB4_aem_ferOqYuWF5vVJMLk02iv2g

#grants #funding #leadership #bc #newtobc #level #grantapplications #funding @vancouverfdn @level_vf

INYANGA - A Black Cultural Showcase August 2 | 10

INYANGA - A Black Cultural Showcase

August 2 | 10:30 - 11:30am | Memorial Peace Park Bandstand

A show-stopping African cultural performance with Afro Gala Productions!

#diversity #yourmapleridge #summervibes #afrogala #blackculture #blackhistory #black #blackisbeautiful #blackcommunity #blackpride #mapleridgebc #bc #explorebc #newtobc @afrogalaproductions @yourmapleridge @readlearnplay

Learn about the immigrant demographics in your com

Learn about the immigrant demographics in your community.

For newcomers, this information may help you understand you new community. For service providers, this information is invaluable to program planning and service delivery. For businesses, this information can be used to help understand your customers and clients, to recruit new staff to represent and provide good service to different populations, and to shape product lines and services.

https://newtobc.ca/settlement-information-for-newcomers/immigrant-demographics-by-community/

#bc #newtobc #immigrants #immigration #immigrantdemographics #community #BC

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