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    Wednesday, December 4, 12:00 AM – 4:00 AM

    Due to network maintenance, the access to this VPL website, library online catalogue, your library account, telephone and texting renewal systems, online payment, and web print will experience interruptions from 12:00 AM to 4:00 AM on Wednesday, December 4. We apologize for this inconvenience.

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    Due to the Canada Post labour disruption, customers receiving overdue notices by mail may experience a delay. This delay does not change when you need to return your items. To stay informed, we encourage you to register for email notifications or check your account online. For information about other services impacted by the disruption please contact VPL.

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Programs & Events
 

Programs Coming Up

2024
Dec
3
Tue

  • Kitchen Traditions Series

    Culinary Literacy
    VMC Library   Contact
    10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
    Let's share kitchen traditions and stories! Learn from older adults in our community and make dishes that reflect our diversity, from one generation to the next. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • D&D Club

    Teen Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    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. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • ESL Café

    Adult Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Newcomers and ESL learners can meet to practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact cel@ccsyr.org or 289-317-3745.
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  • Baby Adventures Storytime

    Pre-school Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    November 6, 2024 to December 18, 2024,
    Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes, and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
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Ongoing Programs

 

  • Little Kitchen Time

    Pre-school Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    November 7, 2024 to December 19, 2024,
    Thursdays 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
    Enjoy food- and cooking-themed stories and songs in our play kitchen! Test your culinary skills - counting, measuring, recognizing ingredients - at food-inspired activity stations. For preschoolers - SK.
 

  • VPL Food Drive

    Special Events
    VMC Library   Contact
    November 25, 2024 to December 16, 2024
    Book it to our food drive and get in the holiday mood by giving what you can. From November 25 to December 16, Vaughan Public Libraries is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at all locations for our 18th annual food drive. Collected items will be donated to the Vaughan Food Bank, Humanity First, and Chasdei Kaduri. Show your support for our community and make a difference.
 


Programs Coming Up

2024
Dec
4
Wed

  • Bilingual Poutine Family Fun / Plaisir en famille avec la poutine

    Culinary Literacy
    VMC Library   Contact
    6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
    What’s more Canadian than poutine? Let's top off fries with gravy and squeaky cheese curds while learning French in a nod to poutine’s Quebecois origins! Registration is $7 on Eventbrite.

    Quoi de plus canadien que la poutine? Préparons des frites et garnissons-les d’une sauce savoureuse et de fromage en grains fondant qui fait skouik-skouik, tout en apprenant un peu de français en hommage aux origines québécoises de la poutine! $7 par participant. Inscription sur Eventbrite.

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2024
Dec
7
Sat

  • Makers With a Cause

    Teen Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    Let's make the world a better place with meaningful DIY activities. Express yourself creatively and make someone's day! Register on Eventbrite.
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2024
Dec
9
Mon

  • Visit the Therapy Dogs

    Adult Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Take a break and visit with the therapy dogs, in partnership with St. John Ambulance.
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2024
Dec
10
Tue

  • Kitchen STEAM for Homeschoolers

    Culinary Literacy
    VMC Library   Contact
    10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
    Who says you can’t play with your food? Let's learn about kitchen STEAM topics every month! Recommended for grades 3-8. Registration is $5 on Eventbrite.
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  • ESL Café

    Adult Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Newcomers and ESL learners can meet to practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact cel@ccsyr.org or 289-317-3745.
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2024
Dec
11
Wed

  • Snacking on Stories

    Culinary Literacy
    VMC Library   Contact
    6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
    Get ready to dive into the world of stories…through food! We will read a story and cook up something delicious every month. For grades 1-4, with a caregiver. Registration is $5 per session on Eventbrite.
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2024
Dec
12
Thu

  • Chess Club

    For Children & Families
    VMC Library   Contact
    6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!
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2024
Dec
14
Sat

  • Jingle Bell Bash

    For Children & Families
    VMC Library   Contact
    10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Delight in the magic of Christmas! Jingle all the way with fun stories, songs, and festive activities!
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2024
Dec
17
Tue

  • D&D Club

    Teen Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    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. Register on Eventbrite.
    Link Back to the Top

  • ESL Café

    Adult Programs
    VMC Library   Contact
    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Newcomers and ESL learners can meet to practice their English in an informal environment with adult volunteers. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) in York Region. For registration and information, please contact cel@ccsyr.org or 289-317-3745.
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More programs during January 1, 2025 to February 28, 2025

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How to use Zoom

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How to register for a program on Eventbrite

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