Week of Events
Read for the Seeds!
Join 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
The 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 […]
A Book Under Every Tree
We need your help to put A Book Under Every Tree! Donate new books for all ages for the Nelson Community Food Centre's Festive Food Days. Donations are being accepted Nov. 25-Dec. 9 at NPL, CBAL, Notably, Otter Books, and Coles.
Make One Take One Tiny Art
Pick up a kit and create a tiny piece of art. Display it in the Teen Scene, take it home, or gift it to someone you love!
Book Babes
Book Babes
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
Crafternoon
Crafternoon
Drop 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.
Caregivers Support Drop In
Caregivers Support Drop In
Are you a caregiver for a family member or friend who has a chronic or acute health condition, or someone who is elderly? Join this free drop in group for those caregivers supporting people age 55 and up. This group offers a confidential, friendly atmosphere for you to discuss your experiences, and share helpful information […]
Stitches: An Indigenous Book Club
Stitches: An Indigenous Book Club
Traditional Indigenous crafts have a magic to them because they have the ability to carry tradition, culture and identity. To get to know an Indigenous craft, is to get to know a nation. To that end, the Nelson Public Library is hosting a unique book club called Stitches run by educator Lesley Garlow starting in […]
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Drop by the Library Thursday mornings at 10:30 come to sing your favourite songs and hear some great stories! All ages welcome.
Tech Drop In
Tech Drop In
Do you have a shiny new piece of tech but you’re not sure how to use it? Need a little help figuring out how to download an e-book, set up an e-mail address, or use Word? Drop by to ask general technology questions, get assistance with your devices, and a helping hand with troubleshooting.
Saturday Storytime
Saturday Storytime
Join us for Saturday Storytime to enjoy songs, stories, and a craft! Happens once a month from 10:30am - noon In December we will be reading seasonal winter holiday stories and making ornaments. All ages welcome! Drop in! Storytime starts at 10:30am followed by a craft table from 11 to 12
Winter Stars Social
Winter Stars Social
The holiday season is a time for connecting, though sometimes it can be hard to find a way to connect on these dark December nights. To that end, teens and […]