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Pen Pal Club
Libraries across the Kootenays are bringing back the lost art of correspondence. Join the club and we will match you up with someone to correspond with by snail mail. This is a great opportunity to encourage one another in a trying time! Here is how it works: Register by emailing Melodie Rae at mstorey@nelson.ca and […]
Kootenay Teen News
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
3 events,
3 events,
Kootenay Girls: A Mother Daughter Book Club for ages 11-13.
Kootenay Girls: A Mother Daughter Book Club for ages 11-13.
June 29, 6:30pm on zoom. CBAL and the library are teaming up to offer this book club! We will read Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper. Register by emailing Sayre at sknight@cbal.org and copies of the book can be picked up at the circ desk at the Nelson Public Library.
4 events,
Book Babes
Book Babes
Bring your 0 to 15 month olds to the Library for some rhymes, songs & stories! THURSDAYS at 10:30
Book Babes
Book Babes
Bring your 0 to 15 month olds to the Library for some rhymes, songs & stories! THURSDAYS at 10:30
3 events,
5 events,
Summer Reading Club Registration in the Library @10am – 10:45am
Summer Reading Club Registration in the Library @10am – 10:45am
Summer Reading Club Registration in the Library @10am – 10:45am Join us at the Library for crafts, outings, games, reading, special guests & more! SRC is recommended for ages 5-12 and will take place in the Library Monday, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10am to 12pm, and online on “Web Wednesdays” This is a FREE drop-in […]
CANCELLED: Story Theatre in the Park
CANCELLED: Story Theatre in the Park
CANCELLED due to the breakdown of special guests' tour bus. Summer Reading Club registration will still take place from 10am to 12pm in the lower level of the Nelson Public Library. _____________ Story Theatre in the Park Wildflower School Grounds @ 11am. Pick up at Wildflower. ALL WELCOME This Summer Reading Club event is sponsored […]
4 events,
Summer Reading Club
Summer Reading Club
Join us at the Library for crafts, outings, games, reading, special guests & more! SRC is recommended for ages 5-12 and will take place in the Library Monday, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10am to 12pm, and online on “Web Wednesdays” This is a FREE drop-in activity but registration is recommended.
5 events,
SRC Web Wednesdays: ZOOM introductions
We strive to offer FREE, accessible, and inclusive programming for all, and know some cannot make it to in person events. Join our FIRST Web Wednesday Summer Reading Club to meet Laurel and Lauren, introduce yourself to the group, and find out what Web Wednesdays are all about! Readers aged 5-12, you are invited to […]
Wednesday JULY 6: 9 a.m – 2 p.m. Library Closed for Staff Meeting
Wednesday JULY 6: 9 a.m – 2 p.m. Library Closed for Staff Meeting
Wednesday JULY 6: 9 a.m - 2 p.m. Library Closed for Staff Meeting We apologize for any inconvenience
5 events,
Book Babes
Book Babes
Bring your 0 to 15 month olds to the Library for some rhymes, songs & stories! THURSDAYS at 10:30
Summer Reading Club: PLANT FUN
Summer Reading Club: PLANT FUN
Join us at the Library for crafts, activities, reading, & more ALL ABOUT PLANTS! SRC is for ages 5-12 and will take place in the Library Monday, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10am to 12pm, and online on “Web Wednesdays” This is a FREE drop-in activity but registration is recommended.
4 events,
Summer Reading Club: PAINTING
Summer Reading Club: PAINTING
Join us at the Library for a day of PAINTING! We recommend wearing clothes that can get MESSY! SRC is for ages 5-12 and will take place in the Library Monday, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10am to 12pm, and online on “Web Wednesdays” This is a FREE drop-in activity but registration is recommended.
4 events,
Summer Reading Club
Summer Reading Club
Join us at the Library for crafts, outings, games, reading, special guests & more! SRC is recommended for ages 5-12 and will take place in the Library Monday, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10am to 12pm, and online on “Web Wednesdays” This is a FREE drop-in activity but registration is recommended.
5 events,
SRC Web Wednesday: Egg Carton Creature CHALLENGE
Watch this Youtube video to learn how to make your own egg carton creature! We challenge you to take pictures of your creature out in "the wild" and send them to us nelsonsummerreading@gmail.com https://youtu.be/Eu47dJf-bf4 We strive to offer FREE, accessible, and inclusive programming for all, and know some cannot make it to in person events. […]
From the Heart Learning Circle
From the Heart Learning Circle
Book Discussion: Barren Grounds by David A. Robertson Wednesday, July 13 5:30-7 pm Outdoor location TBA Narnia meets traditional Indigenous stories of the sky and constellations in this epic middle-grade fantasy novel. Morgan and Eli, two Indigenous children forced away from their families and communities, are brought together in a foster home in Winnipeg, […]
6 events,
Book Babes
Book Babes
Bring your 0 to 15 month olds to the Library for some rhymes, songs & stories! THURSDAYS at 10:30
Summer Reading Club: OUTSIDE FUN
Summer Reading Club: OUTSIDE FUN
Join us at the Library for crafts, outings, games, reading, special guests & more! On this day we will be heading outside for some games at Wildflower School. Remember to dress for the hot weather. Make sure to: wear a hat wear sunscreen bring a water bottle bring a good attitude Pick up and drop […]
5 events,
Summer Reading Club: MELLOW MONDAY
Summer Reading Club: MELLOW MONDAY
Join us at the Library for some mellow crafts, games & more! SRC is recommended for ages 5-12 and will take place in the Library Monday, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10am to 12pm, and online on “Web Wednesdays” This is a FREE drop-in activity but registration is recommended.
6 events,
Youth KTN Internship
Calling all Black teen creators from the Basin! Are you a Black/African Descent creator/writer/thinker wanting to uncover and honour Black presence in the Kootenays? We want to set you up with a mentorship with artist Shayna Jones (google her Black and Rural project - it's amazing!) who will walk you through a research, exploration and […]
Summer Reading Club: STORY DAY
Summer Reading Club: STORY DAY
Join us for a day full of bookish fun! We will be learning about the process of writing a book and making and writing our own! SRC is recommended for ages 5-12. This is a FREE drop-in activity but registration is recommended.
6 events,
SRC Web Wednesdays: FLYING CRAFTS
Web Wednesday's second craft tutorial is up! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ru1MtdbYnIw We strive to offer FREE, accessible, and inclusive programming for all, and know some cannot make it to in person events.
8 events,
Book Babes
Book Babes
Bring your 0 to 15 month olds to the Library for some rhymes, songs & stories! THURSDAYS at 10:30
Summer Reading Club: OUTSIDE FUN
Summer Reading Club: OUTSIDE FUN
Another day full of fun outside activities (we will be meeting in the library to start, pick up will be at Wildflower School (Library closed for staff lunch) On this day we will be heading outside for some games at Wildflower School. Remember to dress for the weather. Make sure to: wear a hat wear […]
Mother Daughter Book Club for ages 14-16
Mother Daughter Book Club for ages 14-16
Thursday, July 21, 6pm at Lakeside Park. For our July meeting, we are reading The Fashion Committee by Susan Juby. Trans women/girls welcome! Register by emailing Melodie Rae at mstorey@nelson.ca and copies of the book can be picked up at the circ desk at the Nelson Public Library.
6 events,
Friends of the Library Summer Clear Out Sale!
Friends of the Library Summer Clear Out Sale!
Friday, July 22 1:30-5:30 & Saturday, July 23 10:30-2:30 Support the library and stock up on Books, DVDs, CDs and puzzles! By donation or fill a grocery bag for $5
6 events,
Friends of the Library Summer Clear Out Sale!
Friends of the Library Summer Clear Out Sale!
Friday, July 22 1:30-5:30 & Saturday, July 23 10:30-2:30 Support the library and stock up on Books, DVDs, CDs and puzzles! By donation or fill a grocery bag for $5
6 events,
Summer Reading Club: MELLOW MONDAY
Summer Reading Club: MELLOW MONDAY
Another chill Monday morning with a few games and some cool crafts! SRC is recommended for ages 5-12 and will take place in the Library Monday, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10am to 12pm, and online on “Web Wednesdays” This is a FREE drop-in activity but registration is recommended.
6 events,
Summer Reading Club: DISNEY / MAGIC DAY!
Summer Reading Club: DISNEY / MAGIC DAY!
Crafts will fill the room on this magical day! Fairy towns, floating lanterns, and other fantasy related games and crafts! SRC is recommended for ages 5-12 and will take place in the Library Monday, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10am to 12pm, and online on “Web Wednesdays” This is a FREE drop-in activity but registration is […]
6 events,
SRC Web Wednesdays: PLAY DOUGH!
Watch our video to learn how to make play dough with us! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0gnKFVv3fs We strive to offer FREE, accessible, and inclusive programming for all, and know some cannot make it to in person events.
7 events,
Book Babes
Book Babes
Bring your 0 to 15 month olds to the Library for some rhymes, songs & stories! THURSDAYS at 10:30
Summer Reading Club: POSTCARDS
Summer Reading Club: POSTCARDS
Join us in creating, writing, and sending post-cards and letters to other BC Libraries Summer Reading Clubs!
6 events,
Summer Reading Club: SOLVE A MYSTERY
Summer Reading Club: SOLVE A MYSTERY
Our second to last SRC in-person event for 2022 A fun day full of detective and spy activities. Secrets codes, scavenger hunts, and much much more!
6 events,
SRC Web Wednesdays: BC SRC ARTIST ASK ANYTHING
Join 2022 BC Summer Reading Club Artist, Elaine Chen, for a fun afternoon of drawing and answering your questions! Submit your questions on the form found on the right side of the BC SRC website: https://bcsrc.ca/kids/ama/ WHEN: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 2pm WHERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4d
7 events,
Book Babes
Book Babes
Bring your 0 to 15 month olds to the Library for some rhymes, songs & stories! THURSDAYS at 10:30
Summer Reading Club WRAP UP PARTY
Summer Reading Club WRAP UP PARTY
Our LAST day together, so sad! Bring your completed reading records to collect your medals (don't worry, if you cannot make it on this day, or have not finished the challenge, you can collect your medals at the circulation desk through August) We revisit all our favorite games we played through the month. Kids are […]
Iona Whishaw Virtual Author Event
Iona Whishaw Virtual Author Event
August 4 at 7 pm on Zoom Cozy up around the computer as we listen to this modern mystery master share about her popular Lane Winslow series, including the recently published 9th book, Framed in Fire. This is a Zoom program, with our Kootenay and Boundary neighbour libraries. Register in advance for this free event: […]