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Award-Winning Science Fiction Author Library's Sixth Writer in Residence
posted on August 17, 2010
The Library is thrilled to announce that award-winning science fiction author Spider Robinson is our sixth Writer in Residence!
Anne Cameron Recipient of 16th George Woodcock Lifetime Achievement Award
posted on July 23, 2010
Acclaimed BC writer Anne Cameron to be awarded for her outstanding literary career on July 29 at the Central Library.  All are welcome to attend.
Vancouver Public Library Launches First Reel Teen Video Contest
posted on June 30, 2010
Create a video trailer to promote your favorite book and you could win some great prizes and a chance to compete with other Metro Vancouver winners for a grand prize worth $200!
Public Library AskAway Virtual Reference Service to Close June 30
posted on June 15, 2010
AskAway will no longer be available after June 30. However, Vancouver Public Library will continue to offer telephone and email reference service.
Best of BC Books Online
posted on June 06, 2010
Try out our new e-book collection of about 1,000 non-fiction titles published in British Columbia, including history, arts and culture, political commentary, biography, urban issues and the environment.
Three amazing iconic novels, infinite event possibilities and one vote...YOURS!
posted on June 02, 2010
From June 3 to 24, vote for the next One Book, One Vancouver novel that you would like to experience this fall.  More info...
City Librarian Paul Whitney Announces Retirement
posted on May 18, 2010
Vancouver's City Librarian Paul Whitney plans to retire after an exemplary 36 year career in public libraries.
New Aperture Public Art Project At Library Square
posted on May 13, 2010
The Library and the City of Vancouver Public Art Program are pleased to announce the installation of the Aperture Project, Broadsiding, Part II by Michael Turner and Geoffrey Farmer.
Library Presents Second First Nations Storyteller-in-Residence: Jackie Timothy
posted on April 06, 2010

Storyteller, cultural presenter and master carver from the Sliammon First Nation, Jackie Timothy delights in sharing traditional storytelling with people of all cultures and ages.

Library's New Storytime Kits a Treasure of Songs,
Stories and Rhymes

posted on February 04, 2010
Children learn best when they also have fun. The Library’s new Storytime Kits ensure that children attending daycares, Family Places and preschools do both.

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