Conversation
Letter-Writing Club
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The Letter Writing Club:
Receive event reminders and other notices via Instagram. Date and time: First Thursday of every month
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English Corner - Practice Conversational English
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English Corner is an informal way to improve conversational English. At English Corner, participants learn English, share ideas, and discover ways to build community. The program allows newcomers to practice communicating in English, make new friends, and together find opportunities to contribute to the wellbeing of the community.
Details:
Locations: Kitsilano Community Centre
West End Community Centre
Sunset Community Centre
Killarney Community Centre
Dunbar Community Centre
Note: Registration may be required for each session. Please consult the website. |
Book Clubs for Adults
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Read some good books, enjoy lively discussions, and make new friends. Joining a book club at your local Vancouver Public Library Branch is a great way to socialize and connect with your community.
Details:
Winter Book Clubs: Firehall Branch
Fraseriew Book Club
Hastings Branch
False Creek Reading Circle
Chinese Book Lovers Reading Circle (in Mandarin)
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Board Game Events
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Do you sometimes find it easier to be doing something while you chat, rather than an event with the focus being just conversation? A drop-in board game night may be for you.
Rain City Games:
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Community Board Games
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Various Community Centres around Vancouver offer free weekly drop-in board game events for individuals to gather around a table and explore the tabletop gaming hobby. There will be a rotating collection of games provided, ranging from the old to the new. Event hosts will be available to teach these games to you, as well as answer any questions that come up as you play them.
Free Weekly Drop-In Board Games:
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Men's Issues Meetup
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Participants
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Indigenous Reads Book Club
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Interested in reading Indigenous stories and authors? Join the group the second Thursday of the month for Indigenous Reads Book Club, where we discuss compelling Indigenous literature with like-minded readers.
Date: Second Thursday of each month Time: 2 pm - 3:30 pm Where: Britannia Branch
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Meaningful Discussions Gatherings
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The Meaningful Discussions Project's mission is to explore the art and science of meaningful conversations and to create opportunities for these conversations to happen in cities worldwide.
Location: The project launched in Vancouver, with regular gatherings taking place in Kitsilano and at Steamworks pub in Gastown. Costs: Attendees are expected to purchase food, as the meetings take place at restaurants. The only other cost for entry is $5. Pre-event preparation: Before each event, participants will receive an email with a selection of videos related to the discussion topic. These videos are intended to stimulate conversation and are meant to be watched before the event. Facilitation: Facilitators at the event are volunteers, and the project is always looking for more people to help lead discussions. |
Social Book Club
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Do you like to read? Looking to expand your book choices and enhance your reading? If so, please join the monthly book club at Trout Lake Community Centre, where the group will have friendly discussions about the chosen book.
Details:
For current program details, please consult the Program Guide. |
English Conversation Group
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Services:
When: Thursdays | 2 pm - 3 pm Where: Zoom (virtual class) Cost: Free Email: [email protected] Phone: 604-683-2554 |
ESL Conversation Practice
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Join a weekly conversation group and practice your conversational English in a relaxed circle of friendly people. Conversations are guided by experienced facilitators who are there to help foster conversation and answer any questions you may have.
Collingwood Branch
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Queer Reading and Book Club
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Join the queer reading circle and bring your personal craft project of choice to work on while discussing monthly themes, what we have read, and what we are looking forward to reading. Craft ideas include hand sewing, embroidery, colouring, and knitting.
The intention of this group is to build friendships and community centered around queerness, books, and crafts. Each month features a different theme and related literary works. Dates and Time: Sundays| 2 pm - 4 pm Location: Mount Pleasant Library
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Book Talks Book Club
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Join the conversation about a rotating collection of books. Bring your favourite passages, points of interest, and share your reading experiences. Each person is responsible for either borrowing or buying their own copy to read.
Upcoming books include:
Dates and Times: 4th Wednesday of each month
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Knitting and Crocheting Group
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Join other community members and learn how to knit or crochet. Everyone is welcome, regardless of their skill level. Primary materials are provided, but individuals are encouraged to bring their own projects as well. Why knit alone when you can knit with friends. Bring your projects along to this friendly and supportive group.
Marpole Neighbourhood House: Dates:
Cost: Free for members, annual membership is $6 for adults Champlain Heights Community Centre: Dates: Thursdays | 1 pm - 3 pm Location: 3350 Maquinna Drive, Vancouver Cost: Free Knot2gether at Hillcrest Community Centre: Dates: Mondays | 6 pm - 7 pm Location: 4575 Clancy Loranger Way, Vancouver Cost: Free |