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The Kootenay Library Federation is introducing a Kootenay-wide newspaper created by teens for teens! Interested in getting involved? We need all sorts of content creators: writers reporters photojournalists We can teach you everything you need to know! Get in touch by emailing Melodie Rae at mstorey@nelson.ca

Teen Summer Read Then Do Challenge

Teens: have you ever read a book, become enlightened over a social justice issue, and been inspired to help? WE WANT TO GIVE YOU MONEY! We are awarding grants of $150 to help make a difference. Apply anytime in July and August by emailing Melodie Rae at mstorey@nelson.ca with the name of the book you […]

Adult Summer Reading Contest

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Win Book Prizes!! Monthly draws through July and August.* Download the Adult Summer Reading Game Board here or pick one up at the library. List of Game Squares (also see full list below)   Game Guide Just email library@nelson.ca by the end of July and August with the game square you completed and what you […]

Event Series Book Babes

Book Babes

Nelson Public Library - lower level 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Bring your 0 to 18 month olds to the Library for rhymes, songs & stories! A great way to meet other parents and caregivers, and enhance early literacy skills in a casual environment. Drop-in. TUESDAYS at 10:30

Event Series Afterschool Crafternoon

Afterschool Crafternoon

Nelson Public Library - lower level 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 every Tuesday for CRAFTERNOON! Crafts, LEGO, Ozobots, DatoDuo, STEAM stations & more! Every week is a bit different. Activities will be geared towards school aged children aged 5-13.

Free Learning Event: about Elder Abuse

Nelson Public Library - lower level 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Elder Abuse: What is it? How do we deal with it? In this free learning event, Seniors First BC will present about what elder abuse is, safety strategies, and resources that can assist if an older adult you know is experiencing abuse or neglect. Virtually over Zoom & In Person at Nelson Public Library Hosted […]

Event Series Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Nelson Public Library - lower level 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Drop by the Library Thursday mornings at 10:30 come to sing your favourite songs and hear some great stories! All ages welcome.    

Event Series Book Babes

Book Babes

Nelson Public Library - lower level 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Bring your 0 to 18 month olds to the Library for rhymes, songs & stories! A great way to meet other parents and caregivers, and enhance early literacy skills in a casual environment. Drop-in. TUESDAYS at 10:30

Event Series Afterschool Crafternoon

Afterschool Crafternoon

Nelson Public Library - lower level 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 every Tuesday for CRAFTERNOON! Crafts, LEGO, Ozobots, DatoDuo, STEAM stations & more! Every week is a bit different. Activities will be geared towards school aged children aged 5-13.

Event Series Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Nelson Public Library - lower level 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Drop by the Library Thursday mornings at 10:30 come to sing your favourite songs and hear some great stories! All ages welcome.