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Book Launch + Author Reading: Caroline Woodward

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Bring the kids to the Library for a local author reading and book launch! Caroline Woodward splits her time between the Kootenays and a lighthouse on the coast! Come hear her read from the picture book inspired by her time as a lighthouse keeper, "Have You Ever Heard a Whale Exhale?" Books will be available […]

Event Series Cookies and Conversation

Cookies and Conversation

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

Practice 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.

Free

Teen Fire-Smart Model House Design Contest

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Pick up a take-away kit, learn about emergency preparedness, and build a model of a fire-resilient house. Send a photo of your creation to emaconachie@nelson.ca for a chance to win a cool prize!

Free

Fire-Smart Info Session

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Meet the team from the Youth Climate Corps, and learn all about fire resiliency and community preparedness. Teens: pick up a take-away kit to build a model of a fire-smart home and enter to win a cool prize!

Free

Magician Leif David Magic Show!

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Prepare to be dazzled as Magician Leif David invites you into his “World of Curiosities” Children’s Magic Show. Experience a whirlwind of magic, comedy, music, and interactive fun that will leave kids and parents alike spellbound. This action-packed magic show is 45 minutes long. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the magic at […]

Event Series Cookies and Conversation

Cookies and Conversation

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

Practice 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.

Free

Summer Reading Club Medal Ceremony

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

No-registration necessary! Everyone who participated in the BC Summer Reading Club Reading Record is invited to collect their medals at our special medal ceremony (don't worry if you have not completed 100% of your Reading Tracker). We will have games, guests, and pre-lunch cake!  

Ross Klate Book Launch

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Most of us know that in the 60s and 70s, the Kootenays saw an influx of Americans coming to the Kootenays for a piece of land and a bit of peace. But have you ever wondered what that experience was like for those beatniks, hippies and other counter-cultural seekers? Curious folks can expect an authentic […]

Discover the Pride Hall of Fame!

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St., Nelson, BC

Celebrate the movers and shakers of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, both local and global, who have made change happen in the last 25 years!