Read for the Seeds!
Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BCJoin us as we Read for the Seeds. Readers of all ages will exchange their reading credits as we work towards building a seed library for NPL! Every book counts towards our new seed library!
Tech Hub Contest – Convince a stranger to read your favourite book!
Ages: all ages Theme: Convince a stranger to read your favourite book. It could be any book - a novel, a non-fiction book, a cookbook, a kids' book - any book that you consider your favourite! Runtime: November 1 - January 3 Rules: You must use at least two elements in the Tech Hub Your […]
If Birds Did Selfies Art Exhibit
Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BCThe type of nature that often gets immortalized in art is the picturesque and the pretty. Local artist Hollie Wheeler is setting out to change that. Instead of cute birds such as sparrows and robins, why not take the paintbrush and try to capture vultures, buzzards, storks, shoebills, cassowary, ostriches and emus? The result of […]
Book Babes
Nelson Public Library - lower level 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BCBring 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
Crafternoon
Nelson Public Library - lower level 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BCDrop in between 3:30 and 4:30 every Tuesday for CRAFTERNOON! Crafts, LEGO, DatoDuo, STEAM stations & more! Every week is a bit different. Activities will be geared towards school aged children aged 5-13.
NaNoWriMo Write-In
Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BCWriting can be a lonely pursuit, but it doesn’t have to be. Community, solidarity and accountability can be helpful tools to help birth the stories. During the month November, a special space will be saved at the Nelson Library for writers working on their novels. These write-ins will be on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from […]
Cookies and Conversation
Nelson Public Library - lower level 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BCPractice your English skills at this drop-in program for newcomer adults. Bring your kids! Toys, games, and crafts available for children ages 0-5. Tea and cookies provided. To register or learn more contact: Katherine Van der Veen, Settlement Worker, nelsonsettlement@cbal.org, or text 250-505-6047.
Intro to the Tech Hub – Recording Studio!
Come learn about how to record video, podcasts, music, and more in the library’s recording and photography studio. Lighting kit, green screen , and SLR camera included!
Intro to the Tech Hub – Digitization Station!
Come learn how to convert your vinyl records, video tapes, cassettes, slides, and negatives into digital form!
Connect with Nature in Your Own Backyard
Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BCConversations about our climate can understandably bring up feelings of grief and anxiety, but the joy and wonder that can still be found in our own backyards is something to […]