PROGRAMS - Greater Victoria Public Library

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Library
SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER 2016
PROGRAMS
VETERANS’ WEEK
TEACH AND LEARN
WITH TECH BUDDIES
FRIENDS BOOK SALE
COOKIES AND CRAFTS
OPEN HOUSE
Did You
Know ...
... your gently used books can help
fund literacy programs for kids?
Contents
Message from the CEO
SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER 2016
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Business, Law & Finance 17
Borrowing5
Crafts & Hobbies
17-18
Programs for Young Children
Health & Wellness 18-19
History & Genealogy 19-20
Support the Friends of the
Library by donating books,
DVDs and video games to
your local GVPL branch.
Programs for School-Age
Children & Tweens
6-8
9-12
Interests & Lifelong Learning 20-21
Parenting Programs
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Welcome Newcomers Story Buddies
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Writers & Readers
• All items must be in excellent
Reading Buddies
12
Contest Corner
23
condition
Programs for Teens
13-15
Victoria Seed Library 24
• Your gently used material will be
Programs for Adults 16-25
Computers & Technology offered for sale by Friends of the Library
volunteers
• Funds raised will be used to support community programs such as the
Arts & Culture
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Book Clubs
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Locations & Hours
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25-26
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Summer Reading Club
We regret we cannot accept any magazines, textbooks, encyclopedias or video tapes.
Email: [email protected]
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gvplfriends
Program registration is required unless noted as drop-in. Register at gvpl.ca or call 250-940-4875.
Program registration starts Tuesday, September 6. Registration is required unless
noted as drop-in. Go to gvpl.ca or call 250-940-4875.
CONTACT US
Customer Service:
250-940-GVPL (4875) or
gvpl.ca/customerservice
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This season, I encourage you to
explore and discover what our
11 branch libraries have to offer.
Our virtual branch is always open
for convenient ebook reading,
e-audiobook listening and movie
watching. Where could a library
card take you this fall? Follow your curiousity, and find out!
GVPL and CUPE 410 staff won the Outstanding Workplace Campaign Spirit Award for
their fundraising efforts for the United Way of Greater Victoria.
• Driver’s License/BC ID card
• BC Care Card or BC Services card
• Birth Certificate
• Passport
• Métis/Native/Songhees Status card
• Military ID
• Any other government-issued identification
In the event that the above identification does not include a
current address, the following will be accepted in
addition to the personal identification:
• Current Hydro, telephone, cable, water, Property Tax bill, or Assessment notice
• Current bank/credit card statement
• Vehicle insurance
• Government cheque
• Rental Agreement
• Personalized cheques
If you do not have proof of residency, you can get a free
Transition card to use library computers and to borrow two
items at a time. Personal identification is required.
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60
Book Club sets
6 weeks
2
2
30¢
0$1.50
Climate Action kits
21 days
1
2
$1.50
DVDs/Blu-rays
7 days
60
2
$1.50
e-readers
21 days
1
2
$1.50
Fastplays*
7 days
6
0
$1.50
Fastreads*
7 days
2
0
$1.50
Fastviews*
3 days
6
0
$1.50
Items with holds
14 days
60
0
30¢
Magazines
14 days
60
0
30¢
Special passes
7 days
1
0
$1.50
Staff Picks to Go
6 weeks
2
0
$1.50
Tablets
21 days
1
2
$5.00
Video games 7 days
6
2
$1.50
Sign up for email notifications and you’ll receive notice when
you have items on hold that are ready for pickup. You’ll also
receive courtesy notices when your borrowed items are
about to become due (with the exception of Fastviews
and Fastplays).
KIDS/TEEN
MATERIALS
Books & CDs 21 days
60
2
10¢
Contact your local branch or go to gvpl.ca.
DVDs/Blu-rays
7 days
60
2
30¢
Fastplays*
7 days
6
0
$1.50
Fastreads*
14 days
2
0
10¢
You can renew materials at gvpl.ca, via the mobile app or
in person at your local branch. You can renew 21-day loan
materials twice if no one has them on hold.
OLiVe (GVPL’s Outreach Library Vehicle) on a community visit to Our
Place in Victoria. Our library vehicle offers wifi for public use – and
while at events, a bike rack for visitors who bring their own wheels!
21 days
Notifications
Renewals
About our cover
Books & CDs DAILY LATE
CHARGE
ADULT
MATERIALS
DAILY LATE
CHARGE
On October 31 & November 1,
the Library will waive overdue
fines up to $5 per cardholder
when you bring in a donation
of non-perishable food items.
All food collected is donated to
local social service agencies.
Costumes welcome but not
required!
You can get your free library card at any GVPL branch. You
will need to bring identification showing your legal name and
current address. We accept:
RENEWALS
Don’t let your overdue fines
scare you from coming to the
library!
GVPL regularly reviews fines and loan periods. Please visit
gvpl.ca for the most current information.
LIMIT
PER CARD
Library cards are free if you live or attend school in the GVPL
service area, including Central Saanich, Colwood, Esquimalt,
Highlands, Langford, Metchosin, Oak Bay, Saanich, Victoria
and View Royal as well as Beecher Bay, Songhees, Tsartlip,
Tsawout and Esquimalt reserve lands.
When late return charges reach $20 or more, you won’t be
able to borrow materials until your balance is paid. Unpaid
accounts of $25 or more are sent to a collection agency.
RENEWALS
In the months that follow, I hope this Program Guide will be a source of
inspiration to start your own learning journey. Computer training? We’ve got it
(see page 25). Arts and culture?
Look no further than page 16.
Is writing your passion? We have
programs just for you on page 22.
The opportunities are endless.
October 31 &
November 1, 2016
Getting a Library Card
Late Return Charges
LIMIT
PER CARD
In the pages that follow, you will find a veritable cornucopia (to stay with the fall
theme) of freely available programs, events and activities. Did you know your
library has more than 100 active community partnerships to support lifelong
learning in Greater Victoria? Together we create opportunities for all residents to
thrive. This is perhaps the greatest strength of our public library system: we meet
the needs and interests of individuals, collectively contributing to the success
and well-being of the community as a whole.
Borrowing at GVPL
LOAN
PERIOD
For many in our community, fall signals the
unofficial start of a new year. It is time for children
to go back to school, for post-secondary students
to commence their studies and with the passing
of Labour Day, the end of summer vacations
(and stay-cations) for residents of all ages. It is a
season filled with anticipation, new beginnings and
opportunities to learn and create. There is no better
place to cultivate your curiousity than the Greater
Victoria Public Library.
Food
for Fines
LOAN
PERIOD
Message from the CEO
Overdue Materials
The library’s collection belongs to everyone. Please return
borrowed materials promptly so others may enjoy them.
If you forget to return an item by the due date, a daily fine
will be charged to your account up to a maximum amount.
Fastviews*
3 days
6
0
$1.50
Items with holds
14 days
60
0
10¢
Magazines
14 days
60
0
10¢
21 days
1
2
$1.50
7 days
6
2
$1.50
To Go kits
Video games
*Our Fastreads, Fastviews and Fastplays are copies of bestseller and
high demand books, films and video games that may be borrowed for
7 days with no renewals. These items cannot be placed on hold.
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Little Lego
at the Library
Thursdays, September 15December 1, 10:30-11:00 am
Juan de Fuca Branch
For Young Children
Baby Time
Baby Chat
For babies 0-15 months and
parent or caregiver. Learn songs,
rhymes and fingerplays to use
with your baby every day.
Drop-in; space is limited.
For babies 0-15 months and
parent or caregiver. Stay after
select Baby Times to learn
about baby care and other child
development topics from Island
Health practitioners. Drop-in;
space is limited.
Mondays, September 12November 28, 10:30-11:00 am
Central Branch
Note: No program October 10
Juan de Fuca Branch
Oak Bay Branch
Wednesdays, September 14November 30, 11:30 am-12:00 pm
Nellie McClung Branch
Thursdays, September 15December 1, 11:30 am-12:00 pm
Saanich Centennial Branch
Fridays, September 16December 2, 11:30 am-12:00 pm
Bruce Hutchison Branch
Note: No program November 11
Fridays, September 16December 2, 10:30-11:00 am
Esquimalt Branch
Wednesdays, October 26November 16, 11:00-11:30 am
Goudy Branch
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September 26, November 7,
11:00-11:30 am
Central Branch
September 26, October 31,
November 28, 11:00-11:30 am
Juan de Fuca Branch
September 29, October 27,
November 24, 12:00-12:30 pm
October 28, 12:00-12:30 pm
Check the calendar at gvpl.ca for
more Baby Chat times and dates.
Central Branch
Science Literacy Week:
Science Storytime for
Preschoolers
For ages 4-6; parents
and caregivers are encouraged
to attend. Listen to stories and
have fun with the library’s Lego.
Juan de Fuca Branch
For ages 3-5. Listen to stories
and participate in fun activities
that teach the scientific concepts
behind the stories. Registered.
October 7, 3:30-4:30 pm
November 18, 3:30-4:30 pm
Fridays, September 16-December 2,
10:30-11:00 am
Oak Bay Branch
September 20, 10:30-11:30 am
Juan de Fuca Branch
Saturdays, September 17December 3, 11:00-11:30 am
Family Storytime
For young children and their
families; children under 3 must
be accompanied by an adult.
Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes
and puppets. Drop-in; space is
limited.
Thursdays, October 6-October 27,
9:30-10:00 am
Emily Carr Branch
Note: This program occurs before
regular opening hours.
September 23, 10:30-11:30 am
Giggles and Wiggles
Wednesdays, September 28,
October 26, November 30,
10:30-11:15 am
Juan de Fuca Branch
Tuesdays, September 13November 29, 10:30-11:00 am
Oak Bay Branch
Curious George
at the Library
Tuesdays, September 13November 29, 10:30-11:00 am
Toddler Time
Wednesdays, September 14November 30, 10:30-11:00 am
Esquimalt Branch
For toddlers 16-35 months and
parent or caregiver. Toddlerapproved stories, songs, rhymes
and puppets. Drop-in; space is
limited.
Central Branch
September 22, 10:30-11:30 am
Esquimalt Branch
families; children under 3 must be
accompanied by an adult. Little
listeners with extra energy will enjoy action-filled stories, songs and
rhymes. Drop-in; space is limited.
Wednesdays, September 14November 30, 10:30-11:00 am
Central Saanich Branch
September 21, 10:30-11:30 am
Central Branch
For ages 3-5. Celebrate all things
Curious George with stories,
songs, rhymes and a paper craft.
Registered.
Monster Stomp
For ages 5-8. Come to the library
for a monster-stomping good
time. Enjoy ghoulish stories,
activities, a craft and a treat.
Registered.
October 12, 3:30-4:30 pm
Goudy Branch
October 21, 2:30-3:30 pm
Esquimalt Branch
Mandarin Seeds
For ages 3-5. Enjoy a fun and
interactive storytime and craft in
Mandarin. Registered.
October 15, 10:30-11:30 am
October 5, 10:30-11:30 am
Juan de Fuca Branch
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Batwings and
Broomsticks
English Language
Learner Storytime
Wonderful
Wintry Weather
For ages 3-5. Get goosebumps
at this Halloween storytime filled
with not-so-scary stories, songs,
an easy craft and a not-toospooky short film. Registered.
For young children and accompanying adult. Fun-filled stories,
songs, rhymes and puppets for
young English language learners and their families. Drop-in;
space is limited.
For ages 3-5. Celebrate
wintry weather with tales of
snow and forest friends. Enjoy
songs, rhymes and a paper craft.
Registered.
October 25, 10:30-11:30 am
Juan de Fuca Branch
October 26, 10:30-11:30 am
Oak Bay Branch
October 29, 2:30-3:30 pm
Central Branch
Wednesdays, November 9November 30, 10:30-11:00 am
Christmas Storytime
families; children under 3 must
be accompanied by an adult. Ho,
Ho, Ho! Enjoy a festive storytime,
a craft and a tasty holiday treat
in anticipation of Christmas Day.
December 7, 10:30-11:30 am
December 8, 10:30-11:30 am
Sensory Storytime:
Pete the Cat
For ages 3-5; maximum two
children per accompanying
adult. Discover sensory-rich
stories, movement and songs.
This fun program is appropriate
for preschoolers with autism
or sensory processing issues
or preschoolers who thrive on
routine. Parent and
caregiver participation is required.
Registered.
December 8, 10:30-11:30 am
Juan de Fuca Branch
December 9, 10:30-11:30 am
December 9, 10:30-11:30 am
Juan de Fuca Branch
December 13, 10:30-11:30 am
Oak Bay Branch
For School-Age Children & Tweens
December 15, 10:30-11:30 am
Esquimalt Branch
Toastmasters Youth
Leadership Program
for English Language
Learners
December 17, 10:30-11:30 am
Central Branch
Esquimalt Story
Festival
Join Esquimalt Recreation
Centre and the Esquimalt
Branch for a festival in the
plaza. Storytellers will delight and entertain children
of all ages. Drop-in.
October 1, 11:00 am-2:00 pm
Esquimalt Branch
Did you know?
Library cards are free.
Get yours today!
December 10, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
October 29,
10:30-11:15 am
Nellie McClung
Branch
November 8,
10:30-11:15 am
Goudy Branch
Science Literacy Week:
For the Love of Bugs
Everyone welcome. Celebrate
Science Literacy Week at the Oak
Bay Branch with a visit from the
Victoria Bug Zoo Crew and many
buggy friends. Drop by to have
your questions answered, and
take advantage of photo ops with
the bugs (bring your own camera). Drop-in; space is limited.
For ages 8-12. Develop leadership and communication skills
through practical experience
and entertaining exercises with
a Distinguished Toastmaster
and other community speakers.
Registered.
Saturdays, October 1-November 5,
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Central Branch
October 22, 2:30-3:30 pm
Central Branch
Elephant, Piggie
and Friends
Cloudy with a Chance
of Meatballs
September 19, 2:30-4:00 pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
For ages 6-9. Celebrate
Canada’s upcoming 150th birthday at this program featuring
Canadian animals. Explore
animal specimens from the
Royal BC Museum collection,
listen to stories
and create a
loon collage.
Presented in
partnership
with the Royal
BC Museum.
Registered.
October 21, 2:30-3:30 pm
Oak Bay Branch
For ages 5-8; parents and
caregivers are encouraged to
attend. Enjoy stories, decorate a
recipe book and enjoy a fruit and
veggie snack. An Island Health
nutritionist will provide food tips
for your family. Registered.
Let’s Get Loony
Movement Magic
with PISE
For ages 5-8. Let’s move it!
Interactive stories, active play
and fun games with hula hoops,
jumping ropes and other cool
equipment provided by Pacific
Institute for Sport Excellence
(PISE). Registered.
October 21, 2:30-3:30 pm
Central Branch
For ages 5-8.
Fans of Mo
Willems’
Elephant and
Piggie books
will enjoy this
celebration
jam-packed with stories, a
craft and a puppet play. Drop-in;
space is limited.
October 21, 2:30-3:30 pm
continued
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Juan de Fuca Branch
Lego at the
Library
Esquimalt Branch
For ages 7-10.
Listen to stories
and have fun with
the library’s Lego.
November 18, 10:30-11:30 am
Oak Bay Branch
May the Force
Be With You
For ages 5-12. Join us in a galaxy
not so far away for Star Warsinspired stories, activities and
crafts. Drop-in; space is limited.
October 21, 2:30-3:30 pm
Oak Bay Branch
Superheroes and
Villains Workshop
For ages 9-12. Join veteran
animator, character designer
and award-winning children’s
book writer and illustrator Gareth
Gaudin for a workshop. Whether
your creations are funny, fearsome or frightening, this workshop will help your characters fly
off the page. Registered.
October 21, 2:00-3:30 pm
Firefighter Storytime
For ages 5-12. Join a real-life firefighter from the City of Colwood
Fire Department for a short storytime and craft, followed by a photo
op (bring your own camera).
October 21, 1:30-2:15 pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
French Storytime
For ages 5-8 and parents or caregivers. Enjoy a French language
storytime with Canadian Parents
for French (CPF), and learn about
GVPL’s French resources to
support emergent readers.
Perfect for French Immersion
families. Coffee and cookies
provided. Registered.
Creative Collage
For ages 10-12. Love
crafts? Have fun while learning a
new craft or building your skills.
We’ll provide the art supplies
and instructions; you provide the
inspiration. Registered.
Story Club
For ages 5-8. Listen to stories,
talk about your favourite books,
and enjoy fun activities. Snacks
included. Registered.
Thursdays, October 27, November
24, December 15, 3:30-4:30 pm
Central Branch
For ages 7-12. Explore your
favourite arts and sciences in
a whole new way with Science
Venture. Discover the science
of music, investigate the art of
biology and more. Registered.
For ages 5-12 and
accompanying
adult. Enjoy a
fuzzy felting
experience
with Renée
Sala from
Crafty School of Art, and create
your own felt Christmas crafts to
take home. Registered.
November 18, 10:00-11:00 am
Esquimalt Branch
Books and
Ballerinas
For ages 5-8. This
storytime will make
your heart dance!
Join ballerinas
from the Victoria
Academy of Ballet for
a storytime and craft,
followed by a photo op
(bring your own camera).
Registered.
November 26, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
Christmas Crafts
Everyone welcome; children
under 3 must be accompanied
by an adult. ‘Tis the season
of sparkle and trim. Make
holiday-themed crafts and
spread your Christmas
spirit. Supplies provided.
December 16, 10:30-11:30 am
Esquimalt Branch
PARENTING PROGRAMS
November 5, 10:30-11:15 am
Esquimalt Branch
Oak Bay Branch
Family Christmas Felting
October 21, 10:15-11:00 am
November 14, 10:30-11:15 am
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October 28, 3:30-4:30 pm
Art Meets Science
Coding for Kids
For ages 7-9. Join kids’ coding
enthusiast Valérie Losier to
learn the basics of programming
with Scratch, a programming
language designed for children.
Participants will use their imaginations to build a simple animated game or video. Registered.
Help Your Child
with Reading
Dr. Orla Colgate has spent
more than ten years studying and researching family
engagement in literacy
in Australia and Canada.
Dr. Colgate will discuss how
children learn to read, the
critical role parents play in
building a strong literacy
foundation, and how parents can help their children
develop a love of reading. Registered.
September 21, 7:00-8:00 pm • Saanich Centennial Branch
The Island’s first
library vending
machine is available to
you 24/7 at the Langford
Heritage Branch. Visit us day
or night for books and DVDs
for kids and adults.
Langford Heritage Branch
102-1314 Lakepoint Way
Bringing Montessori Concepts Home
A critical part of your child’s education happens
in the home. Learn to prepare and organize your
home to enrich your child’s development with
Soraya Tohidi, Montessori consultant. Registered.
October 5, 7:00-7:45 pm • Bruce Hutchison Branch
Introduction to Physical Literacy
Physical literacy is more than just running and jumping. Join Chris Wright, physical literacy coordinator
at the Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence (PISE),
to learn to boost your child’s confidence, motivation to be active and physical competence through
age-appropriate games and play-based activities.
Registered.
October 20, 7:00-8:30 pm • Juan de Fuca Branch
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Story Buddies
Stories have power - they connect, teach and
inspire. In Story Buddies, young children are paired
with volunteer tweens to write and illustrate an
original storybook. Together, Little Buddies and Big
Buddies will use their imaginations and produce
a keepsake that will become part of their life’s story.
Little Buddies
For ages 4-6. Registered.
Juan de Fuca Branch
Central Branch
Please notify us in advance if you are unable
to attend a session, either as a Little Buddy
or as a volunteer. For more information see:
gvpl.ca/reading-buddies
or gvpl.ca/story-buddies
Reading Buddies
Reading Buddies matches
students in Grades 1-4 with
a volunteer teen Big Buddy
for an eight-week program
of reading practice and
fun, literacy-based
activities. Available in
English and French.
English Little Buddies
For Grades 1-4. Registered.
Saturdays, October 22-December 10, 2:00-3:00 pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Saturdays, October 22-December 10,
2:00-3:00 pm OR 3:30-4:30 pm
Story Buddies: Tween Volunteers
For ages 10-12. We provide Big Buddy training
and, upon completion, a certificate for volunteering. First-time volunteers, please complete
the Tween Volunteer Referral Form, available
at gvpl.ca/tweenvolunteers. Registered.
Juan de Fuca Branch
Central Branch
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Saturdays, October 22-December 10,
2:00-3:00 pm OR 3:30-4:30 pm
French Little Buddies
For Grades 1-4. Registered.
Saturdays, October 22-December 10, 3:30-4:30 pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
For Teens
Teen Volunteer Opportunities
For ages 13-18. GVPL’s teen volunteer programs are a great way to
use your unique skills and abilities to give back to the community.
Meet like-minded teens and help others in a fun environment where
you can explore your interests and ideas. We provide training, support,
a letter recording your volunteer hours and sometimes snacks.
More information: gvpl.ca/teenvolunteers
DigiLab Volunteer
Training Session
Learn to lead a DigiLab program
– earn volunteer hours and use
your creativity and tech skills to
inspire your peers. To lead a DigiLab program, you must attend
the training session and complete a Teen Volunteer Referral
Form available at gvpl.ca/
teenvolunteers. Registered.
Juan de Fuca Branch
Teen Council
Work on special library projects,
represent the library, meet other
teens and earn volunteer hours.
Registered.
Saturdays, September 17,
December 17, January 7,
February 4, March 4, April 1,
May 6, June 3, 3:00-5:00 pm
Reading Buddies: Teen Volunteers
If you like working with children, enjoy reading, are fluent in English or
French, and want to help emerging readers, we need you. We provide
training and, upon completion, a reference letter outlining your volunteer hours. Registered.
First-time Volunteers: please complete the Teen Volunteer Referral
Form, available at gvpl.ca/teenvolunteers, and register for a Reading
Buddies Training Session: the training session is required for first-time
Reading Buddies volunteers. Please bring your completed Teen
Volunteer Referral Form to training.
Note: Don’t forget to register for your volunteer sessions, too.
Volunteer Training for
First-time Volunteers
October 15, 10:00-11:15 am
October 15, 1:00-2:15 pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
October 15, 4:00-5:15 pm
English Big Buddies
Saturdays, October 22December 10, 1:45-3:00 pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Saturdays, October 22-December
10, 1:45-3:00 pm OR 3:15-4:30 pm
Saturdays, October 22-December
10, 1:45-3:00 pm OR 3:15-4:30 pm
French Big Buddies
Saturdays, October 22December 10, 3:15-4:30 pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
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Volunteer Button
Making and Face
Painting
Earn volunteer hours by running
our easy-to-use button making
machine at GVPL events.
Registered.
Esquimalt Story Festival
October 1, 11:00-12:00 pm or
12:00-1:00 pm or 1:00-2:00 pm
Plaza in front of Esquimalt Branch
Check the calendar at gvpl.ca
for more volunteer button
making dates and times.
Youth Poet Laureate
in Residence
Learn and create using trendy
tech tools and craft supplies.
Meet others interested in art
and technology, just like you,
and have fun exploring and
innovating together. We’ll provide
the supplies and instruction;
you’ll focus on learning through
play. Teen volunteer leaders
receive a reference letter
outlining volunteer hours.
Tech Buddies:
Teen Volunteers
Use your skills with computers
and other new technologies
to help someone in your
community and earn volunteer
hours. Registered.
First-time volunteers, please
complete the Teen Volunteer
Referral Form available at gvpl.
ca/teenvolunteers, register
for a Teen Tech Buddy Training
Session, and register for your
volunteer sessions.
Tech Night
For ages 13-18. Create and
innovate with DigiLab’s tech
toolkit, including filmmaking
equipment and Makey Makey
kits. Registered.
Esquimalt Branch
Volunteer Training for
First-time Volunteers
October 7, 1:45-3:15 pm
Esquimalt Branch
Tech Buddies
October 14, 21, 28, 1:45-3:00 pm
Esquimalt Branch
Let me
show you
how!
Spheros
For ages 13-18. Learn to code
with DigiLab’s new Sphero
SPRKs – robotic spheres you
can program with an app to roll,
spin, flip and change colours.
These rolling robots teach the
principles of robotics and coding
through play. Registered.
Digital Art
Volunteer
Training Session
If you’d like to volunteer to
lead a session, see page 13.
Esquimalt Branch
Green Screen
Rainbow Loom
For ages 13-18. Calling all future
film producers, serious actors
and stand-up comedians: the
DigiLab green screen is ready for
your close-up. Plan and produce
your own green screen video,
and choose almost any setting
as your backdrop with the click
of a few buttons. Registered.
For ages 10-18. Build a bookmark using multicolour loom
bands and decorative duct tape.
Registered.
October 13, 4:00-7:00 pm
Central Branch
Fandomthemed
Perler
Beading
For ages 13-18.
Ziggy Stardust, R2-D2 and Deadpool – create these iconic characters and more with DigiLab’s
perler beads. Supplies provided.
Registered.
Felted
Gnomes
For ages 13-18.
Gnomatter who
you are, you’ll
enjoy creating
a needle-felted
gnome to give
as a gift or take
home. We’ll provide the
supplies – and leave the jokes to
you. Registered.
December 8, 3:30-5:30 pm
Latin Course for Teens
For ages 13-18. Learn to read
Latin in this rigorous course for
teens taught by Gregory Rowe,
Angelica Pass and Lauren Mayes
(University of Victoria). By year’s
end, you will be able to read
poems by Catullus, the script on
the medieval Bayeux Tapestry
and the Latin translation of Harry
Potter. The course is free but a
text book is required; contact
[email protected] for information
about purchase, second-hand or
borrowing options. The course
runs for eight months; please
register for the September–
December term, and you will be
automatically registered for the
January–April term. Registered.
Thursdays, September 22December 8, 6:30-8:30 pm
Miss Peregrine’s
Loop Day
For ages 12-15. Come dressed as
your “peculiar” alter-ego and enjoy Loop Day trivia, a game and
activities. It wouldn’t be a proper
Loop Day without a slice of Loop
Day cake, too! Registered.
Oak Bay Branch
Juan de Fuca Branch
October 6, 3:30-5:00 pm
Oak Bay Branch
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For ages 13-18. Bring your tablet
or iPad and explore free art creation apps. Participants can also
make virtual art with DigiLab’s
Tilt Brush, which lets you paint
a 3D space using virtual reality.
Don’t have a tablet? GVPL has
Nexus 7s for loan. Registered.
Generously supported by
For ages
13-18. Book
a meeting
with current
Youth Poet
Laureate
Ann-Bernice
Thomas
to discuss your application for
Youth Poet Laureate 2017, or
to discuss poetry and writing.
Registered.
October 15, 1:00-1:30 pm, 1:30-2:00
pm, 2:00-2:30 pm or 2:30-3:00 pm
Central Branch
Knit Wits for Teens:
Neckwarmers
For ages 13-18. Learn the basics
of knitting and create a simple
neckwarmer. We supply the
instructions, yarn and knitting
needles. Registered.
Saturdays, November 5 and 12,
3:00-4:30 pm
Knit Wits for Teens:
Basic Hats
For ages 13-18. Take your knitting
to the next level and knit a basic
hat. We supply the instructions,
yarn and knitting needles.
Registered.
Saturdays, November 26 and
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Cookies and Crafts
Open House
To celebrate the holidays and
to thank you for supporting your
library, each branch will have
free, festive refreshments for all
and crafts for kids. Drop by for a
treat and a chat.
For Adults
All branches
ARTS & CULTURE
Victoria Symphony:
The Upcoming Season
Join Victoria
Symphony
bass trombonist Bob
Fraser as
he talks
about the
Symphony’s
upcoming
season
including
Scheherazade, Beethoven’s Fifth
and Simon & Garfunkel. Drop-in;
space is limited.
Central Branch
Oriental Watercolour
Miniatures and
Greeting Cards
Join professional wildlife artist
Richard Wong in this fun workshop. Richard will guide you in
painting watercolour miniatures
that will tuck into your very own
greeting card. No experience
necessary. Supplies provided.
Registered.
September 24, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
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Victoria Symphony:
The Holidays
Behind-the-Scenes
Library Tour
Ever wondered how all those
library books magically return to
order? Celebrate Culture Days
by joining us for a behind-thescenes tour of a GVPL branch.
Meet our amazing staff and get
an up-close look at how the
magic happens. Registered.
Join Victoria Symphony bass
trombonist Bob Fraser as he
talks about the Symphony’s
holiday season including
Handel’s Messiah, A Viennese
New Year and more. Drop-in;
space is limited.
Central Branch
Third Thursday Book
Club of Oak Bay
The Oak Bay Branch’s book club
meets on the third Thursday of
the month for lively discussion.
Some of the books discussed
are chosen collectively by the
group; others are left up to the
individual members. Information
will be sent in advance of the first
meeting. Registered.
Thursdays, September 15,
December 15, January 19,
February 16, March 16, April 20,
May 18, June 15, 2:00-3:30 pm
Oak Bay Branch
September 30, 11:00-11:30 am
September 30, 3:00-3:30 pm,
4:00-4:30 pm
Emily Carr Branch
Open Rehearsal with
Your Music Victoria
BOOK CLUBS
Fourth Monday Book
Club at Central Branch
Choirs in the Courtyard
Join local classical musicians
from the Your Music Victoria
collective and get a behind-thescenes look at how a chamber
music group works together
to prepare for a performance.
for list of musicians. Registered.
Treat yourself to a seasonal sampling of Victoria’s choirs in the
Central Branch courtyard, one
of the city’s sweetest acoustic
spots. Performances take place
between 12:00-2:00 pm; please
check the calendar at gvpl.ca for
exact times and the list of choirs.
Drop-in.
October 1, 2:00-3:30 pm
Central Branch
December 1-12
Central Branch
Join us for a monthly book discussion group featuring titles
chosen from different genres
and available in multiple formats:
ebook, e-audiobook, books on
CD and print. Read or listen to
a pre-selected book at home,
discuss it at the monthly meeting, and hear about other titles to
enjoy. Registered.
Thursdays, September 26, October
24, November 28, 2:00-3:30 pm
Central Branch
BUSINESS, LAW
and FINANCE
Fraud Prevention
Saanich Police Financial Crimes
and Crime Prevention sections
will offer tips to help you and your
loved ones avoid falling victim
to fraud over the phone, on the
Internet or in person. Registered.
Homebuying 101
Join a local realtor and mortgage
broker to learn more about the
mortgage process, managing
real estate debt, shopping for a
home, and legal concerns related
to buying a home. Registered.
October 20, 7:30-8:30 pm
Oak Bay Branch
CRAFTS
and HOBBIES
Christmas Cards
Grab the glitter and corral your
cardstock – get a jump on
Christmas cards and join
Melissa for a crafty afternoon
of card-making fun. Supplies
provided. Registered.
Esquimalt Branch
Floral Art
for the Holidays
Learn to design contemporary
floral arrangements for the winter
season. Andrea Posno-Walker
of Poppies Floral Art will demonstrate ten different designs to
recreate for your holiday season.
Oak Bay Branch
Repair Café
Have an alarm clock that won’t
buzz or a wheelbarrow that
won’t wheel? Don’t toss it! Bring
it to the Repair Café where you
can get help fixing household
items. Drop-in; space is limited.
Central Branch
Central Branch
Holiday Wreath
Transform old books into a one-ofa-kind, upcycled holiday wreath.
Material and embellishments
provided, but feel free to bring your
own glue gun. Registered.
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Christmas Ornament
Replace your
macaroni
Christmas ball
from 1992 with
an adorable
country craft
ornament. Join
Melissa for an
afternoon of festive craftiness,
and take home a DIY ornament
to hang on your tree. Registered.
Juan de Fuca Branch
Trashy Books
Join artist Cathy Lee and learn to
use recycled materials to create
handmade stationery items –
a journal, an origami envelope,
and a folding star. Keep your
piece of art, give it as a gift, or
decorate your home for the
holidays. Materials provided.
Registered.
Oak Bay Branch
HEALTH and
WELLNESS
Cancer: Thriving
and Surviving
This six-week course is for
individuals who have completed
their cancer treatments and
wish to learn more about selfmanagement. Topics include
fatigue, pain, communication
strategies and healthy living.
Adult family members may also
wish to attend. Presented by the
Institute for Aging and Lifelong
Health. Register online at
selfmanagementbc.ca, email
[email protected], or call
1-866-902-3767.
Thursdays, September 29November 3, 6:00-8:30 pm
Sundays, October 23-November 27,
1:30-4:00 pm
Central Branch
Essential Oils 101
Learn about these precious oils
and how they can be used for
everything from cleaning your
home and assisting with general
health and well-being.
Registered.
Upcycled WreathMaking Workshop
Get crafty and festive with
Renée Sala – she’ll help you
create a Christmas wreath from
materials you can find around
the house. Tools and an assortment of materials, from wallpaper to silk flowers, provided.
Registered.
October 1, 2:00-3:30 pm
Spine Health 101
Join Alison Haynes, certified
athletic therapist and exercise
physiologist, as she explores
the basics of spinal anatomy,
health, posture and dysfunction.
Whether you sit too much at work
or experience pain due to an
activity, she will offer strategies that
can reduce the risk of injury and
the amount of pain you experience.
Registered.
October 15, 2:00-4:00 pm
Esquimalt Branch
Diabetes: A Whole
Person Approach
Join naturopathic physician
Dr. Andrea Whelan as she
discusses diabetes from a whole
person perspective, including
the importance of nutrition,
mindfulness and other lifestyle
factors that contribute to the
prevention and treatment of
diabetes. Registered.
Health and Wellness:
Craving a Healthy
Relationship with Food?
Struggling with what, when and
how much to eat? Join Joyce
Schnetzler, a registered dietitian,
to discover how knowing why
we eat opens doors for positive
and permanent changes to the
way we eat. Registered.
October 29, 11:00 am-12:15 pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
We Are Here
We Are Here is a photography
and storyboard exhibit featuring
the stories of local people who are
HIV positive. The library will host
the display (at select branches) in
honour of AIDS Awareness Week.
Presented in partnership with
AIDS Vancouver Island and the
Vancouver Island Persons Living
with HIV/AIDS Society.
November 28-December 10
Check gvpl.ca for details.
October 19, 7:00-8:00 pm
Herbal Medicine:
Our Traditional
Healing Roots
Join medical herbalist Krista
Dawn Poulton as she discusses
the healing benefits of common
herbs from your kitchen. Learn
home herbal basics for colds/
flus, cuts, scrapes, burns and
more, and leave knowing how to
treat minor illnesses and injuries.
Registered.
October 25, 7:00-8:30 pm
HISTORY and
GENEALOGY
Genealogy Research
in Action: Case Studies
Whether you have a trunk full
of historical documents or you
can’t remember the names of
your great-grandparents, case
studies can show you how to get
started. Join us for an exploration
of genealogy research, presented in conjunction with Victoria
Genealogical Society. Drop-in;
space is limited.
October 15, 2:00-3:30 pm
Canadian Prisoners
of War: Little-known
Stories
Join Yvonne Van Ruskenveld
for an afternoon of little-known
stories of the capture of more
than 3,800 Canadians and their
experiences in prisoner of war
camps during the First World
War. Presented in partnership
with Saanich Archives. Drop-in;
space is limited.
visit gvpl.ca/canada150
and use the online form to submit your 500-word tale. Then,
throughout November, see the
stories displayed for all to read
at GVPL’s Central Branch. Open
to everyone.
Display: November 1-30
Central Branch
How to Research
World War I Veterans
Join Steve Clifford to learn how
to access World War I military
service records of the more than
640,000 Canadians who served.
He will also provide an overview
on how to use sources to gain
insight into their experiences
and the impacts on their families
and communities. Presented
in conjunction with Saanich
Archives. Drop-in; space is limited.
October 21, 2:00-3:30 pm
Saanich Centennial Library
Aboriginal AIDS
Awareness Week
In recognition of Aboriginal
AIDS Awareness Week, GVPL
presents an exploration of HIV
in today’s world, featuring HIV
positive speakers, Elders, art and
activities. Presented in partnership with AIDS Vancouver Island.
Canada 150: Our
Stories – Call for
Submissions
Beyond Genealogical
Facts: Telling Your
Family Story
Canada will celebrate its
sesquicentennial – its 150th year
– in 2017, and we’re getting in
the spirit. We want to hear your
quintessentially Canadian stories
and your reflections of what
Canada means to you. Between
September 6 and October 14,
Genealogy is more than a list
of names with birth, marriage
and death dates. Bring the
experiences of your ancestors to
life by collecting and preserving
their stories. Registered.
Esquimalt Branch
Central Branch
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Central Branch
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Veterans’ Week:
Documentary
Screening:
Canada’s Sites of the
First World War
Join us for a screening of the
first part of the documentary
series War Memories Across
Canada. Part one explores sites
in Canada that have a link to
the First World War. Presented by Geoffrey Bird, associate
professor and head of Royal
Roads University’s War Heritage
Research Initiative, and librarian
and researcher Karen
Charlebois. Registered.
Central Branch
Women in WWI
The First
World War
marked
a turning
point in
the role
of women
in society. Join Kate Humble to
discover the unique stories of
local women whose lives were
changed – and who changed
the lives of others – through the
tumult of the First World War.
Presented in conjunction with
Saanich Archives. Registered.
Veterans’ Week:
Get Poemed
Join us for a special Veterans’
Week edition of Wendy Morton’s
Get Poemed program during the
centenary of the First World War.
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Bring a wartime photograph,
memento or story for inspiration,
and Wendy will compose an
original poem for you. Drop-in;
space is limited.
Central Branch
November 12, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Esquimalt Branch
Introduction to Online
Genealogy
Use GVPL’s website as a starting point to learn about online
genealogical research tools,
such as Ancestry Library Edition, FamilySearch.org and the
Canadian Genealogy Centre.
Suggested prerequisite: Internet
Basics 1 or equivalent training or
experience. Registered.
Out on a Limb on
My Family Tree
Geared to the beginner and intermediate genealogist, this talk
features the five Ws of genealogical research: Who? Where?
When? What? Why? Learn how
to expand your family tree using
traditional research methods
coupled with online resources.
Esquimalt Branch
Online Searching for
First World War Military
Records
This workshop, led by Steve
Clifford, provides a hands-on
opportunity to develop your
online research skills by accessing and working with First World
War records from a variety of
sources. Each participant will
research a soldier from the
Saanich WWI Honour Roll and
learn techniques to apply to
their own research. Suggested
prerequisite: Internet Basics 1 or
equivalent training or experience.
Presented in conjunction with
Saanich Archives. Registered.
from Zoomtext and JAWS, as
well as online sites like Facebook
and Twitter. Participants learn
from other assistive technology
users and others familiar with
the technology. First Wednesday
afternoon of each month.
Central Branch
Electoral Reform:
What Does it Mean?
Chess at the Library
Need a chess mate to put
in checkmate? Drop-in for
weekly chess games in
the library. Chess sets are
available to borrow from
the Information Desk.
Tuesday evenings, 6:30-8:30 pm
Wednesday mornings,
9:30-11:30 am
Central Branch
Canadian Council of
the Blind Get Together
with Technology
This program helps the visually
impaired explore low-vision and
blindness-related technology,
Research shapes the way we live
and think. Meet distinguished
members of the faculties of the
University of Victoria and learn
about their research interests.
for lecture topics. To register,
call UVic’s Continuing Studies
Department at 250-472-4747.
Fridays, September 9-December 16,
12:30-1:45 pm • Central Branch
Note: No program on October 21
& 28, November 18 & 25
Rhododendron Gardens
of Vancouver Island
Join author Ian Efford for a visual
presentation about the history
of public rhododendron gardens
on Vancouver Island. Registered.
INTERESTS
and LIFELONG
LEARNING
Deans’ Lecture Series
Have you ever wondered how
a political party can form a
majority government in Canada
with less than 40% of the
popular vote? Are there other
systems that would result in a
more accurate representation
in the House of Commons?
Join panelists Bruce Hallsor
(Conservative party), David
Merner (Liberal party) and
Victoria MP Murray Rankin (NDP)
as they speak about the pros
and cons of different electoral
systems including Canada’s and
field your questions. Drop-in;
space is limited.
Meet Charlie,
St. John Ambulance’s
Therapy Dog
Learn about
St. John
Ambulance’s
Therapy Dog
Visitation
Program,
a service
that certifies
therapy dogs
to visit those
in the community who would
benefit from contact with a
caring animal. Join Charlie and
his handler and owner, Jordan
Lapier, for a talk on the process
of certifying your dog.
Registered.
Juan de Fuca Branch
Esquimalt Branch
An Evening with
David Mao, Acting
Librarian of Congress,
and Shelagh Rogers,
Chancellor, UVic
GVPL and the University of
Victoria Libraries are pleased
to co-host the 2016 University
Librarian’s Annual Lecture event
at the Belfry Theatre. Join us for
an evening with David Mao,
acting Librarian of Congress,
Washington D.C., and Shelagh
Rogers, UVic Chancellor and
host and producer of CBC
Radio’s The Next Chapter.
Please check gvpl.ca for details.
WELCOME
NEWCOMERS
Beginner ESL
Conversation Class
Join us for a six-week beginner
English as a Second Language
conversation class. Presented
in partnership with the Victoria
Immigrant and Refugee Centre
Society. Registered.
Wednesdays, September 21October 26, 7:00-8:30 pm
Central Branch
November 14, 7:00 pm
Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Ave.
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Booksmacks
WRITERS
and READERS
Victoria Writers’
Society Meeting
Join the Victoria Writers’
Society for their monthly meetings on the first Wednesday of
each month. Drop-in; space is
limited.
Central Branch
Get Your Poetry
Published
Victoria Poet Laureate Yvonne
Blomer will provide an introduction to writing, editing and submitting poems to publications
and on compiling a collection of
poems for a book. Bring 5-10 of
your original poems to examine
for thematic links, order and
other improvements. Registered.
An Evening with
the Victoria Butler
Book Prize Shortlisted
Authors
Join moderator and prizewinning author Julie Paul for an
evening with five local authors
shortlisted for the 2016 City of
Victoria Butler Book Prize.
Presented in partnership with
Victoria Festival of Authors.
Wednesday, September, 21,
7:00-8:30 pm
Central Branch
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Get Booksmacked!
Come out for an
evening of book and
film recommendations
with GVPL’s finest. A team
of five library staff members
speed-reviews as many books
and films as they can throughout
the evening. Bring your library
card to sign out material on the
spot. Drop-in; space is limited.
Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Ave
October 19, 7:00-8:00 pm
Robert Bateman Centre,
470 Belleville Street
Westshore
Writers’ Group
Writers of all levels and genres
are welcome to meet and
discuss the craft of writing.
7:00-8:30 pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Indie Author Day
Book Launch
Author Martine Reid:
Bill Reid Collected
Join us for GVPL’s first Indie Author
Day book launch celebrating new
fiction, poetry and memoir by
local authors Joy Huebert, Gisela
Ruebsaat and Inge Israel. Drop-in;
space is limited.
Bill Reid
is one of
Canada’s
most renowned
Northwest
Coast Indigenous
artists. As a
kick-off to Read Local BC Week,
author Martine J. Reid will give
a visual presentation of Bill Reid
Collected, her new, beautifully
photographed, small format book
that is the largest chronological
collection of the artist’s works
to date and uses a new system
of classifying his work. Drop-in;
space is limited.
October 8, 1:30-3:30 pm
Central Branch
The Art of Letter
Writing
Revive the art of letter writing:
learn tips for writing a meaningful letter and discover ways
to keep letter writing alive.
Exchange stationery with
participants, then compose a
letter to someone dear. Pens
and stationery provided. To
participate in the stationery
exchange, please bring extra
sheets of paper and envelopes.
October 20, 7:00-8:30 pm
Central Branch
Emerging Local
Author Days
Poet-in-Residence:
Yvonne Blomer
Drop by your local
branch and meet
some of the local authors
featured in our Emerging Local
Authors Collection, on display
at Central Branch. Call 250-9404875 or check gvpl.ca for details.
Aspiring and established poets
are invited to meet with Victoria
Poet Laureate Yvonne Blomer
for sharing, inspiration and encouragement. Come to chat or
bring your work to consult with
Yvonne. Registered.
Saturdays in October
October 22, 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Emily Carr Branch
Each spring, GVPL launches a new
collection of books by emerging local
authors. Starting October 1, 2016, we
will be accepting applications for the
2017-18 Collection. Eligibility criteria
and application form can be found at
gvpl.ca/emerging.
October 27, 7:00-8:30 pm
Oak Bay Branch
NaNoWriMo
‘Tis the Season
November is National Novel
Writing Month. Join the community
of NaNoWriMo writers who
welcome the challenge of
writing a novel of 50,000 words
in 30 days. Find more information
online at gvpl.ca.
Join us for a lovely evening as
we read some of our favourite
Christmas stories and poems
and sing beloved carols. Enjoy
a mug of hot apple cider and
a cookie, too. This is a family
celebration with stories for all.
Saturday afternoons throughout
November at Central Branch
CONTEST CORNER
Guess the 2016 Book Prize Winners
GVPL invites you to guess the winners of the 2016 City of
Victoria Butler Book Prize and the Bolen Books Children’s
Book Prize. Review the shortlists online and make your
pick. One winner for each book prize will receive a copy
of the shortlisted books. Enter at gvpl.ca/contests
September 14-October 12
Author Gwen Curry:
Tod Inlet:
A Healing Place
As part of Read Local BC Week,
join Gwen Curry as she presents
a visual and narrative account of
the natural, industrial and First
Nations history of beautiful Tod
Inlet. Registered.
October 30, 2:00-3:30 pm
420 Characters Tiny Story Contest
Can you pack vivid descriptions, original characters and surprising plot
twists into a narrative short enough to fit in a status update? We want to
hear your tiny stories! Enter at gvpl.ca/contests.
The 420 Characters Tiny Story Contest originated at the Powell River
Public Library with the support of the IslandLink Library Federation.
September 19-October 24
420 Characters Contest Winners’ Reception
Join us to celebrate writers who participated in the 420 Characters Tiny
Story Contest. Winners will read aloud from their works, receive their
prizes and be celebrated as writers. Everyone welcome. Registered.
Central Branch
Read Local BC Online Contest
All ages. Celebrate BC books. Tell us about your favourite BC book for
a chance to win a stack of local reads. Contest is open to GVPL cardholders. Enter at gvpl.ca/contests
October 28-November 7
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Victoria
Seed Library
The Seed Library allows hobby and beginner
gardeners to share seeds and resources and connect
with other seed savers. Developed by LifeCycles and
GVPL, the program promotes local food security and
stewards our region’s biodiversity. As a member of the
Victoria Seed Library, you can borrow seeds provided
by other members and then learn how to dry your own
– next spring, you’ll replenish the Seed Library stock
with dried seeds from your healthiest and tastiest crops.
In order to participate, you must become a member of the Victoria
Seed Library (membership is free) and attend a member orientation.
Computers & Technology
GETTING STARTED
gvpl.ca/seedlibrary
Drop-in to borrow
seeds
Growing and
Cleaning Seeds
October 6, 5:30-8:30 pm
October 22, 1:00-4:00 pm
Central Branch
Have you saved something for
seed in your garden or community plot this year? This workshop
will empower you to get to the
final steps of growing, harvesting
and cleaning seeds. Participants
will leave with detailed resources
and hands-on experience.
Registered.
Esquimalt Branch
Member Orientation
Become a member of the
Victoria Seed Library to start
saving and sharing seeds. In
this session, you’ll learn how to
check out and return seeds and
have the chance to chat with
other members and get tips for
backyard growing. Registered.
September 10, 10:00-11:30 am
Central Branch
Master Gardeners
at the Library
Questions about plants or
pests? Drop by the rotunda of
the Central Branch to speak with
Master Gardeners from the
Victoria Master Gardener
Association. Kindly bring your
specimens in a sealed bag.
Central Branch
October 22, 1:00-4:00 pm
Central Branch
1-on-1: Getting Started
with Computers and
E-Readers
Sign up for a 30-minute session
for help getting started with your
computer or e-reader. Topics
we can cover in these sessions
include:
Mouse and keyboard basics
Learn the basic mouse and
keyboard skills required for our
hands-on computer classes.
NOTE: Unless you have already
“tamed” your mouse, this session
or equivalent training or experience is a prerequisite for all other computer classes. Registered.
Computer basics
September 27, 10:00-11:30 am
Central Branch
Setting up an email
account and email basics
Computer Basics 1
Internet basics and beyond
Microsoft Word basics
Using the GVPL website and catalogue
Using GVPL e-resources
Getting started with Digital
Collections on your own
e-reader or device
Weekly sessions are offered
at Bruce Hutchison, Central,
Esquimalt, Juan de Fuca, Nellie
McClung, Oak Bay and Saanich
Centennial branches. Other times
available at Central Saanich and
Emily Carr branches, as well as
sessions conducted in Mandarin
at Central Branch.
Dates and times vary. Check the
program calendar at gvpl.ca.
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Mouse Basics
October 13, 10:00-11:30 am
Central Branch
October 18, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
Tech Buddies: Adults
Bring your tech questions and
gadgets and our teenaged Tech
Buddy volunteers will help you.
Registered.
Fridays, October 14, 21 and 28,
2:00-3:00 pm
Esquimalt Branch
This hands-on session is
designed to introduce beginners
of all ages to the workings of
the computer. Suggested
prerequisite: Mouse Basics
or equivalent training or
October 4, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
October 6, 10:00-11:30 am
Central Branch
Computer Basics 2
Building on the skills you
learned in Computer Basics 1,
you will learn how to create,
manipulate and store information. Prerequisite: Computer
Basics 1. Registered.
Internet Basics 1
Learn the basics of searching
the Internet. Suggested prerequisite: Computer Basics 1 and 2
or equivalent training or
October 27, 2:00-3:30 pm
Central Branch
October 31, 2:30-4:00 pm
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Internet Basics 2
Building on the skills you
learned in Internet Basics 1, you
will learn some tips and tricks
for effective searching, and
you will use browsers, search
engines and directories in more
depth. Suggested prerequisite:
Internet Basics 1 or equivalent
training or experience.
Registered.
Central Branch
Introduction to the
Library Catalogue
and Website
SOCIAL MEDIA
Everyone has their own library story
Introduction
to Facebook
Join us for a demonstration of
this popular social networking
site. Registered.
Many give because they
have fond childhood
November 18, 10:00-11:30 am
Central Branch
memories of taking home
stacks of books from the
Introduction
to Twitter
this popular social networking
site. Registered.
November 25, 10:00-11:30 am
Central Branch
library. Others donate
Friend Requests
Accepted!
Connect with GVPL:
SPECIAL INTEREST
learning and community
enrichment for all.
Friends of the Library
Book Sale
November 26 & 27
Used.ca Victoria’s online classified site: how to find deals, sign
up for an account and post ads
while staying safe and avoiding online scams. Presented
by Used.ca Victoria. Suggested
prerequisite: Computer Basics 1
or equivalent training or experience. Registered.
Sunday 9:00 am-1:00 pm | Free admission, prices as marked
1:15-3:15 pm | $10 admission, books free
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from a public library. Your
inspire literacy, lifelong
Introduction to
Used.ca Victoria
October 1, 11:00 am-12:30 pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
entire community benefits
donation helps the library
Learn how to use the catalogue
and discover how you can read,
watch, listen and learn with
digital content at gvpl.ca.
Registered.
October 19, 2:00-3:30 pm
Central Branch
because they believe the
Saturday 1:00-5:00 pm | Earlybird $5 admission fee
Pearkes Recreation Centre, 3100 Tillicum Road
Proceeds support GVPL programs and services.
Visit the Friendshop at Central Branch for great books and bargains all
year round.
Join the Friends at gvplfriends.ca
Donating online is simple, go to gvpl.ca/donate
Our charitable number is 11894 6979 RR0001
For more information call 250-940-4875 x 345 or email [email protected]
Greater Victoria Public Library 735 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H2
Email: [email protected]
gvplfriends
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Fall/Winter Hours
Beginning October 2, all branches will be open Sundays from 1:00-5:00 pm.
Goudy Branch is open Sundays, year round. Our virtual branch is always open: gvpl.ca.
Central Branch
Goudy Branch
Oak Bay Branch
Monday, Friday,
Saturday......................... 9:00 am-6:00 pm
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,
Saturday..........................9:30 am-5:30 pm
Saturday.......................10:00 am-6:00 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday,
Thursday........................ 9:00 am-9:00 pm
Thursday, Friday....... 9:30 am-6:00 pm
Thursday, Friday.....10:00 am-9:00 pm
Monday, Friday,
Saturday........................10:00 am-6:00 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday,
Thursday.......................10:00 am-9:00 pm
Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday.......................10:00 am-9:00 pm
Wednesday, Friday,
Saturday........................10:00 am-6:00 pm
Emily Carr Branch
Sunday (year round).1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Monday, Friday,
Saturday........................10:00 am-6:00 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday,
Thursday.......................10:00 am-9:00 pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday,
Friday, Saturday...... 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Wednesday............... 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Did you know our newest branch
has a 24-hour vending machine that
dispenses DVDs and books?
Thursday.......................10:00 am-9:00 pm
Esquimalt Branch
Saturday.......................10:00 am-6:00 pm
Thursday, Friday.....10:00 am-9:00 pm
Thursday, Friday......10:00 am-9:00 pm
Customer Service: 250-940-GVPL (4875)
or gvpl.ca/customerservice
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Monday, Friday,
Saturday.......................10:00 am-6:00 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday,
Thursday......................10:00 am-9:00 pm
Friday, Saturday.......10:00 am-6:00 pm
Saturday........................10:00 am-6:00 pm
Holiday Hours 2016
We are closed:
Monday, September 5 • Labour Day
Monday, October 10 • Thanksgiving
Friday, November 11 • Remembrance
Day
Saturday, December 24 • Christmas Eve
– all locations will close at 1:00 pm
Sunday, December 25 • Christmas Day
Monday, December 26 • Boxing Day
Saturday, December 31 • New Year’s Eve
– all locations will close at 5:00 pm
Sunday, January 1, 2017 •
New Year’s Day

PROGRAMS - Greater Victoria Public Library

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