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Squamish Newcomer Services Conversation Circle

with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
2026-06-01 13:30:00 2026-06-01 15:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Squamish Newcomer Services Conversation Circle Practice English in this friendly conversation circle with Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach. Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room

Monday, June 01
1:30pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-01 13:30:00 2026-06-01 15:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Squamish Newcomer Services Conversation Circle Practice English in this friendly conversation circle with Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach. Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room

Squamish Public Library

Community Meeting Room

Practice English in this friendly conversation circle with Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach.

Join our friendly and supportive conversation circles! Weekly sessions offer newcomers the opportunity to practice and improve their English in an informal, relaxed setting. These sessions will help you connect with others while building confidence in speaking and understanding English.

Topics vary each week, from everyday conversations to community related themes, giving participants a chance to practice practical language skills in an inclusive environment. Whether you're new to Canada or looking to improve your English, these circles are open to all levels of speakers.

Come and practice speaking in a welcoming environment where everyone can learn from each other!

Conversation Circle takes place twice a week:

  • Mondays from 1:30 - 3:00 pm at the Squamish Public Library
  • Wednesdays from 5:30 - 7:00 pm at Capilano University (3200 University Boulvard, Classroom BR315)

Registration

To register, visit: https://forms.office.com/r/uMrE7NjcKr 

Contact

If you have any questions, email squamishnewcomers@capilanou.ca 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Drop-In |

TAGS: | Capilano University |

Squamish Public Library
Phone: 604-892-3110
Hours
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Mon, Apr 27 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Apr 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Apr 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 01 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 03 12:00PM to 4:00PM
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About the branch

Conveniently located downtown, the Squamish Public Library has a large meeting room, quiet study spaces, an outdoor pickup window, and an art gallery.

Upcoming Events

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Family Storytime
Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
École Squamish Elementary
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Tech Coaching at the 55+ Activity Centre
Mon, May 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
55+ Activity Centre
Stop by our table to get your basic tech questions answered.
Cancelled
Squamish Newcomer Services Conversation Circle - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Mon, May 04, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Squamish Public Library
Practice English in this friendly conversation circle with Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach.
Family Storytime
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Baby Storytime
Tue, May 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a half hour of songs, rhymes, movement, and books.
Kids Book Club
Tue, May 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
For kids in grades 4, 5, and 6, join our Kids Book Club!
Meager / Q̓welq̓welústen Mumblings - Hazards and Conditions of Canada's most active volcano
Tue, May 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Join Veronica Woodruff for a talk on Mount Meager / Q̓welq̓welústen, a local volcano that has been recently assessed as very high-risk.
Cancelled
English Learners Book Club - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Wed, May 06, 12:30pm - 2:45pm
Squamish Public Library
Connect, Read, and Learn English Together with Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach.
Emergency Preparedness Open House
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
It’s Emergency Preparedness Week, and we are pleased to collaborate with the District of Squamish’s Emergency Program Team, to host an open house.
Family Circle - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Thu, May 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Hosted by Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach, Family Circle is a free family learning program designed for children aged 2-5 and their family members.
It's Gravy When You're in the AV: Spaceballs
Thu, May 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Nostalgia rules! Join us at the library for 80s and 90s movies every month!
Family Storytime
Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Baby Storytime
Fri, May 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a half hour of songs, rhymes, movement, and books.
Family Storytime
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Cancelled
Squamish Newcomer Services Conversation Circle - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Mon, May 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Squamish Public Library
Practice English in this friendly conversation circle with Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach.
One-on-One Tech Coaching
Mon, May 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Squamish Public Library - Pod 3
Tech help for all ages. Learn how to use your devices or resolve your tech issues with hands-on coaching.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Coaching
Mon, May 11, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Squamish Public Library - Pod 3
Tech help for all ages. Learn how to use your devices or resolve your tech issues with hands-on coaching.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Coaching
Mon, May 11, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Squamish Public Library - Pod 3
Tech help for all ages. Learn how to use your devices or resolve your tech issues with hands-on coaching.
This event is full
Family Storytime
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Baby Storytime
Tue, May 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a half hour of songs, rhymes, movement, and books.
Let's Talk About Affordable Housing in Squamish
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Affordable housing affects us all, whether you’re renting, owning, young or old, new in town or here long-term.
English Learners Book Club - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Wed, May 13, 12:30pm - 2:45pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Connect, Read, and Learn English Together with Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach.
Outreach: Meet Your MLA, Jeremy Valeriote
Wed, May 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Squamish Public Library - Library Main Space
Bring your questions and comments and join Jeremy Valeriote, MLA for West Vancouver – Sea to Sky, for an informal chat in the library foyer.
Community Writing Group
Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Drop-in to the library for a monthly writing group for writers of all abilities.
Family Circle - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Thu, May 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Hosted by Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach, Family Circle is a free family learning program designed for children aged 2-5 and their family members.
Book Launch and Reading: Nell's Quiet Revolution
Thu, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us at the Squamish Public Library as we welcome back local author Nora Ryan. Nora is launching her newest novel: Nell’s Quiet Revolution.
Family Storytime
Fri, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Baby Storytime
Fri, May 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a half hour of songs, rhymes, movement, and books.
Teen Advisory Committee
Fri, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
TAC is a place for teens ages 14-18!
Family Storytime
Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Library Closed
Mon, May 18, All day
Squamish Public Library
The library is closed all day
Family Storytime
Tue, May 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Baby Storytime
Tue, May 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a half hour of songs, rhymes, movement, and books.
After School Code Club - After school Code Club
Tue, May 19, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
For Grades 4-6 : Learn to play and experiment with coding at the library
This event is full
English Learners Book Club - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Wed, May 20, 12:30pm - 2:45pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Connect, Read, and Learn English Together with Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach.
Family Circle - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Thu, May 21, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Hosted by Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach, Family Circle is a free family learning program designed for children aged 2-5 and their family members.
Film Screening: My Garden of a Thousand Bees - Presented by Caroline Slade of Pollinator Friendly Squamish
Thu, May 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
The film My Garden of a Thousand Bees is by wildlife filmmaker Martin Dohrn recording bees in his backyard during the coronavirus pandemic lockdown.
Family Storytime
Fri, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Baby Storytime
Fri, May 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a half hour of songs, rhymes, movement, and books.
Family Storytime
Sat, May 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Outreach: PearlSpace
Mon, May 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Library Main Space
PearlSpace staff will be onsite at the library.
Squamish Newcomer Services Conversation Circle - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Mon, May 25, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Practice English in this friendly conversation circle with Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach.
Family Storytime
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Baby Storytime
Tue, May 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a half hour of songs, rhymes, movement, and books.
After School Code Club - After school Code Club
Tue, May 26, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
For Grades 4-6 : Learn to play and experiment with coding at the library
English Learners Book Club - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Wed, May 27, 12:30pm - 2:45pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Connect, Read, and Learn English Together with Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach.
Meet the SSCS Child Development Team
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Join Sea to Sky Community Services (SSCS) for a friendly, informative evening for parents, caregivers, and anyone curious about child development.
Family Circle - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Hosted by Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach, Family Circle is a free family learning program designed for children aged 2-5 and their family members.
Community Book Club: Feeding Ghosts
Thu, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Squamish Public Library - Library Main Space
In March, we are reading "Feeding Ghosts" by Tessa Hulls.
Family Storytime
Fri, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Baby Storytime
Fri, May 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a half hour of songs, rhymes, movement, and books.
Family Storytime
Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Family Storytime is a fun, active half hour for all ages.
Squamish Newcomer Services Conversation Circle - with Cap U's Department of Community Development & Outreach
Mon, Jun 01, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Squamish Public Library - Community Meeting Room
Practice English in this friendly conversation circle with Capilano University's Department of Community Development & Outreach.
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