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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
No Children’s Programming in June
There will be no Children's Programming in June while we take a little break and then prepare for Summer Reading Club!! Stay tuned for more details about our super fun, FREE, drop-in programming for school aged children!
3 events,
Slocan Valley Outreach
Slocan Valley Outreach
Nelson Library Outreach makes a monthly visit to the Slocan Valley on the last Monday of the month. Find us at: Passmore Lodge 1:00 to 2:00 - Book check outs, returns, and library card registrations.
3 events,
Kootenay Girls
Kootenay Girls
In this mother-daughter book club for ages 11-13, we will be chatting about When You Trap a Tiger by Tae Keller. We will be meeting at Frog Peak Café, June 28, 6pm. Free pizza meal! Mothers, daughters, grandmas, aunties, neighbours, mentors, all are welcome! This program is run in partnership with the Slocan Valley CBAL. […]
3 events,
Mother Daughter Book Club for ages 15-17
Mother Daughter Book Club for ages 15-17
Friday, June 30, 5:30pm at the Nelson Library. For our June meeting, we are reading A Song Below Water by Bethany C. Morrow. Trans women/girls welcome! Free pizza meal! 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.
4 events,
Adult Summer Reading Contest
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 […]
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 […]
4 events,
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club in-person activities for 6-12 year olds are now FULL. Thank you for your interest and understanding! Reading Records are still available to track your reading goals, collect stickers and earn a medal! Contact nelsonsummerreading@gmail.com with questions (registration CLOSED)
5 events,
Summer Reading Club (0-6 year olds)
Summer Reading Club (0-6 year olds)
FREE drop-in activities for babies, toddlers, and pre-school kids. Pre-registration currently not required (subject to change) Wednesdays 10am to 12pm Storytime at 11:30am Join us for exploration, bonding, STEAM stations, simple crafts, and story circle for 0 to 6 year-olds and their caregivers. Come for the whole 2 hours, or stop by as long as […]
From the Heart Learning Circle
From the Heart Learning Circle
July 5 & 19, 5:30 pm Discussion of the CBC Podcast Landback, a 6-episode series uncovering land theft in Canada and looks at how Indigenous people are reclaiming their territories, identities and lives. https://www.cbc.ca/listen/cbc-podcasts/1341-landback July 5th will be a discussion of first 3 podcast episodes and July 19 we will discuss the remaining episodes. […]
4 events,
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club in-person activities for 6-12 year olds are now FULL. Thank you for your interest and understanding! Reading Records are still available to track your reading goals, collect stickers and earn a medal! Contact nelsonsummerreading@gmail.com with questions (registration CLOSED)
4 events,
SRC Metis Crafting (6-12 year olds)
SRC Metis Crafting (6-12 year olds)
FULL Today Summer Reading Club welcomes a special guest to Summer Reading Club, local Metis youth Phoebe, to lead us in Indigenous Metis Crafting. All SRC activities for the 6-12 age group require pre-registration (now closed). Thank you for your interest and understanding!
5 events,
Summer Reading Club (0-6 year olds)
Summer Reading Club (0-6 year olds)
FREE drop-in activities for babies, toddlers, and pre-school kids. Pre-registration currently not required (subject to change) Wednesdays 10am to 12pm Storytime at 11:30am Join us for exploration, bonding, STEAM stations, simple crafts, and story circle for 0 to 6 year-olds and their caregivers. Come for the whole 2 hours, or stop by as long as […]
Book Launch: A Real Somebody by Deryn Collier
Book Launch: A Real Somebody by Deryn Collier
Deryn Collier launches her new book A Real Somebody at the library. Inspired by the true story of the author’s aunt and set in 1947 in Montreal, this novel follows the June Grant during one pivotal season of her life as she begins to shake off the conventions of her time to pursue the life […]
4 events,
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club in-person activities for 6-12 year olds are now FULL. Thank you for your interest and understanding! Reading Records are still available to track your reading goals, collect stickers and earn a medal! Contact nelsonsummerreading@gmail.com with questions (registration CLOSED)
4 events,
Summer Reading Club Let’s Talk Science
Summer Reading Club Let’s Talk Science
All SRC activities for the 6-12 age group require pre-registration (now closed). Thank you for your interest and understanding! **Let’s Talk Science requires parents/guardians to stay in the library during the program Join us for a special Summer Reading Club activity facilitated in collaboration with UBCO-based Let’s Talk Science Program! Ancient Machines Learn about how […]
4 events,
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club in-person activities for 6-12 year olds are now FULL. Thank you for your interest and understanding! Reading Records are still available to track your reading goals, collect stickers and earn a medal! Contact nelsonsummerreading@gmail.com with questions (registration CLOSED)
5 events,
Summer Reading Club (0-6 year olds)
Summer Reading Club (0-6 year olds)
FREE drop-in activities for babies, toddlers, and pre-school kids. Pre-registration currently not required (subject to change) Wednesdays 10am to 12pm Storytime at 11:30am Join us for exploration, bonding, STEAM stations, simple crafts, and story circle for 0 to 6 year-olds and their caregivers. Come for the whole 2 hours, or stop by as long as […]
From the Heart Learning Circle
From the Heart Learning Circle
July 5 & 19, 5:30 pm Discussion of the CBC Podcast Landback, a 6-episode series uncovering land theft in Canada and looks at how Indigenous people are reclaiming their territories, identities and lives. https://www.cbc.ca/listen/cbc-podcasts/1341-landback July 5th will be a discussion of first 3 podcast episodes and July 19 we will discuss the remaining episodes. […]
4 events,
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club in-person activities for 6-12 year olds are now FULL. Thank you for your interest and understanding! Reading Records are still available to track your reading goals, collect stickers and earn a medal! Contact nelsonsummerreading@gmail.com with questions (registration CLOSED)
4 events,
SRC Matilda Dress Rehersal (6-12 year olds)
SRC Matilda Dress Rehersal (6-12 year olds)
The Summer Reading Club hits the road with a field trip to the Capitol Theatre. Come along for a fun behind-the-scenes peek at the Summer Youth Program's performance of Matilda. All SRC activities for the 6-12 age group require pre-registration (now closed). Thank you for your interest and understanding!
4 events,
Summer Reading Club (0-6 year olds)
Summer Reading Club (0-6 year olds)
FREE drop-in activities for babies, toddlers, and pre-school kids. Pre-registration currently not required (subject to change) Wednesdays 10am to 12pm Storytime at 11:30am Join us for exploration, bonding, STEAM stations, simple crafts, and story circle for 0 to 6 year-olds and their caregivers. Come for the whole 2 hours, or stop by as long as […]
4 events,
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club in-person activities for 6-12 year olds are now FULL. Thank you for your interest and understanding! Reading Records are still available to track your reading goals, collect stickers and earn a medal! Contact nelsonsummerreading@gmail.com with questions (registration CLOSED)
4 events,
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club in-person activities for 6-12 year olds are now FULL. Thank you for your interest and understanding! Reading Records are still available to track your reading goals, collect stickers and earn a medal! Contact nelsonsummerreading@gmail.com with questions (registration CLOSED)
4 events,
Summer Reading Club (0-6 year olds)
Summer Reading Club (0-6 year olds)
FREE drop-in activities for babies, toddlers, and pre-school kids. Pre-registration currently not required (subject to change) Wednesdays 10am to 12pm Storytime at 11:30am Join us for exploration, bonding, STEAM stations, simple crafts, and story circle for 0 to 6 year-olds and their caregivers. Come for the whole 2 hours, or stop by as long as […]
4 events,
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club (6-12 year olds) (FULL)
Summer Reading Club in-person activities for 6-12 year olds are now FULL. Thank you for your interest and understanding! Reading Records are still available to track your reading goals, collect stickers and earn a medal! Contact nelsonsummerreading@gmail.com with questions (registration CLOSED)