For the 24th year in a row, the province of British Columbia has proclaimed January 27 as Family Literacy Day.  Local libraries have a host of terrific events lined up to celebrate Literacy Day. Fort building, concerts, story time and more are part of the events planned.

If you know of an event in your neighbourhood, email us at vancouver@familyfuncanada.com and we’ll add it to our list!

Online: Join 2025’s Honorary Chair, Barbara Reid, for an interactive virtual workshop on January 23rd. Register here for this event, and be sure to have clay, a paper plate, and a pencil with you as you learn how to create a picture

Abbotsford | January 25, 2025 | 11am – 2pm: What does a magician, bugs, slugs and painting all have in common? They are all part of the Literacy Day Celebration in Abbotsford! Catch Norden the Magician, hear a story, and explore the current exhibits to create your own work of art.  Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way.

Chilliwack | January 27, 2025 | 3pm-4:30pm: Learn how to be sustainable and ‘green’ for Family Literacy Day by planting seeds in a compostable cup. Chilliwack Library, 45860 First Avenue, Chilliwack.

Delta | January 27, 2025 | 3:15pm-4pm: Hear “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” story being read and then make your own craft using Makedo at this fun event geared towards children ages 4-7. Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683 51 Street, Delta.

Langley | January 28, 2025 | 10am-11am: Don’t miss a fun storytime and a craft to celebrate Family Literacy Week! Muriel Arnason Library, 20338 65 Ave., Langley

Maple Ridge | January 25, 2025 | 11am – 2pm: Come and celebrate Family Literacy Day at Maple Ridge Public Library with a Winter Fun Fair! Enjoy an action-packed day with local performers. Meet local community groups to learn about the many amazing programs and services available in the community. There will be lots of fun family activities, popcorn, contests and prizes for all ages! Maple Ridge Library, 130 – 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road.

Mission | January 25, 2025| 11am-2pm: Join the Riot of Reading celebration– Mission’s 22nd Annual Family Literacy event! Enjoy music, entertainment, and prizes. Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave.

Pitt Meadows | January 25, 2025 | 2pm-4pm: Celebrate Family Literacy Day by making astonishing cardboard creations with Makedo. Use specialty tools to design and create whatever you can dream up!