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Beadazzled

An afterschool activity where youth can come make cute beaded crafts!

Ages 5 - 9 | free limited drop in
Wednesdays, 3:30 - 4:15pm
Alternating locations:

Nechako Branch, in the Hart:
Nov 15, 29, Dec 13

Bob Harkins Branch, downtown:
Nov 22, Dec 6, 20

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Kids 5-9
Registration: 

Beadazzled @ Nechako

**November 15 - Due to a temporary closure of Nechako Branch, Beadazzled will instead take place at Bob Harkins Branch, downtown**

An afterschool activity where youth can come make cute beaded crafts!

Ages 5 - 9 | free limited drop in
Wednesdays, 3:30 - 4:15pm
Alternating locations:

Nechako Branch, in the Hart:
Nov 15, 29, Dec 13

Bob Harkins Branch, downtown:
Nov 22, Dec 6, 20

Location: 
Nechako Branch
Target Audience: 
Kids 5-9
Registration: 

Youth Ukulele Jam

Calling all YOUTH Ukulele players! Get together with other ukulele players and learn to play some fun, popular songs. Chord and lyric sheets will be provided and beginners are welcome. We even have a few ukuleles at the library if you don't have one!

YOUTH UKULELE JAM
Ages 8 - 18 | Free drop in
Thursdays | 3:30 - 4:30pm
Nov 16, 30, Dec 14
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Tens to Teens (10-18 years)
Registration: 

Read to Me in French

Join Mr. Francois for stories in French! If you have a favourite french book at home, bring it along for a chance for it to be read to the group!

READ TO ME IN FRENCH
Ages 5 - 9 | Free drop in
6:00 - 6:30pm
Every other Wednesday: Nov 8, 22, Dec 6
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

In or around the Keith Gordon room.

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Registration: 

Readers & Co.

Do you miss Storytime and want to experience the delight of being read to again? Meet us Readers & Co., a read-a-loud program for older story lovers. Each week, a staff member will read from a chosen novel while you enjoy a snack, followed by a group discussion.

READERS & CO.
Ages 6 + | Free drop in
Tuesdays, Nov 14 - Dec 19
3:30 - 4:15pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

First book: Because of Winn-Dixie, by Kate DiCamillo
Disclaimer: some religious themes (her father is the preacher), mention of drinking alcohol.
Themes of friendship, loss, and resilience. And one great dog!

Second Book: The Little Prince, by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The story follows a young prince who embarks on a journey, visiting different planets, including Earth. Themes of human nature, adults, loneliness, friendship, love, and loss.

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Tens to Teens (10-18 years)
Families
Registration: 

Chess Club - Intermediate

Calling all chess enthusiasts and future grand masters! Beginning in October, learn to play from 4:30-5:30pm, then put your knowledge to the test in tournaments from 5:30pm onwards.

CHESS CLUB
All Ages | Free drop in
Every other Wednesday: Nov 15, 29, Dec 13
Beginners: 4:30 - 5:30pm
Intermediates: 5:30 - 7:30pm
Magazine corner, second floor
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
All Ages
Registration: 

Chess Club - Beginner

Calling all chess enthusiasts and future grand masters! Beginning in October, learn to play from 4:30-5:30pm, then put your knowledge to the test in tournaments from 5:30pm onwards.

CHESS CLUB
All Ages | Free drop in
Every other Wednesday: Nov 15, 29, Dec 13
Beginners: 4:30 - 5:30pm
Intermediates: 5:30 - 7:30pm
Magazine corner, second floor
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
All Ages
Registration: 

The Gaming Hour @ Nechako

Come hang out at the library and make new friends as you play a variety of video games!

Ideal for participants between 8 - 18 years.

THE GAMING HOUR
Ages 8 - 18 | Free drop in
Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00pm
Alternating locations:

Bob Harkins Branch, downtown: Wednesdays, Nov 15, 29, Dec 13

Nechako Branch, in the Hart: Wednesdays, Nov 22, Dec 6, 20

Location: 
Nechako Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Tens to Teens (10-18 years)
Registration: 

The Gaming Hour

Come hang out at the library and make new friends as you play a variety of video games!

Ideal for participants between 8 - 18 years.

THE GAMING HOUR
Ages 8 - 18 | Free drop in
Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00pm
Alternating locations:

Bob Harkins Branch, downtown: Wednesdays, Nov 15, 29, Dec 13

Nechako Branch, in the Hart: Wednesdays, Nov 22, Dec 6, 20

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Tens to Teens (10-18 years)
Registration: 

Big Boogie

Welcome the New Year with a library dance party! Put on your party pants to say goodbye to 2023 and welcome 2024!

Free Drop In | Saturday, Dec 30 | Two Age Groups:

Itty Bitty Boogie
Ages 0 - 5* | 10:30 - 11:30am (Ball drop at 11:15)

Big Boogie
All ages* | 1:00 - 3:00pm (Ball drop at 2:45)

*Families with children in both age groups are encouraged to attend the Big Boogie.

Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Families
Registration: