Free Drop In

LEGOtime! @Nechako

We have LEGO! Meet with other builders for some creative fun.

LEGO TIME
Ages 5 - 18 | Free Drop In
Fridays, Mar 6 to Apr 24*, 2026
3:00 - 5:00 pm
Nechako Branch, in the Hart

*Excluding Fri, Apr 3 (Good Friday)

Location: 
Nechako Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Tens to Teens (10-18 years)
Families
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Teen (13-18 years)
Registration: 
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect:
● Takes place indoors in a comfortable space
● The room may be busy or crowded
● Accessible and all-gender washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit on the floor or in chairs
● Limited seating available
● Electronic screens, bright colours, and/or reflective surfaces
● The location of this program may change depending on other library events

It's important that our programs are accessible for everyone. We offer sensory materials for youth including wiggle cushions, ear defenders, and fidget toys at the main service desk—you do not need a library card.
Our branches are fully accessible. Bob Harkins Branch has an elevator; Nechako Branch is on one level. If you have any questions about accessibility or need accommodations, please email ask@pgpl.ca with the program title and your question, or call us at 250-563-9251 ext. 100.

Read to Me in French / Lisez-moi en français

Cancelled for Tuesday, February 10

Experience the French language and join local teacher Mr. François for stories from the library's French collection.

Découvrez la langue française et rejoignez M. François pour des histoires de la collection multilingue de la bibliothèque.

READ TO ME IN FRENCH / LISEZ-MOI EN FRANÇAIS
Ages 0 - 12 | Free drop in
Tuesday, Jan 13, 27 & Feb 10, 24
6:00 - 6:30 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Babies (0-12 months)
Preschool Age (0-5 years)
Elementary (5-9 years)
Families
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Registration: 
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect:
• Takes place indoors in a quiet, comfortable space
• The lighting is adjustable
• Accessible and inclusive washrooms are available nearby
• Participants can sit on the floor or in chairs

It's important that our programs are accessible for everyone. We offer sensory materials for youth including wiggle cushions, ear defenders, and fidget toys at the main service desk—you do not need a library card.
Our branches are fully accessible. Bob Harkins Branch has an elevator; Nechako Branch is on one level. If you have any questions about accessibility or need accommodations, please email ask@pgpl.ca with the program title and your question, or call us at 250-563-9251 ext. 100.

Saturday Storytime @ Bob Harkins

Cancelled for January 31

Join us for a half hour of stories, songs, and movement led by PGPL staff. We encourage caregivers to join in the songs and actions and help their children participate fully in Storytime activities.

SATURDAY STORYTIME
Ages 0 - 5 | Free drop in
Saturdays, Jan 17 to Feb 21*~
10:15 - 10:45 am
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

* Special Storytime on Jan 24: Dad & Me Storytime & Feb 14: Loving Black History Storytime
~No Storytime on Feb 7 join us for Bookworm Boogie instead

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Preschool Age (0-5 years)
Registration: 
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect:
Takes place indoors in a busy, crowded space
● The lighting is adjustable
● Accessible and all-gender washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit on the floor or in big or small chairs
● Limited seating available
● Electronic screens, bright colours, and/or reflective surfaces
● Sudden or loud sounds
● Semi-private space
● Movement-based activities may be adapted to different abilities
● Participants may leave the room at any time
● Caregivers may breast- or bottle-feed babies anywhere, anytime

It's important that our programs are accessible for everyone. We offer sensory materials for youth including wiggle cushions, ear defenders, and fidget toys at the main service desk—you do not need a library card.
Our branches are fully accessible. Bob Harkins Branch has an elevator; Nechako Branch is on one level. If you have any questions about accessibility or need accommodations, please email ask@pgpl.ca with the program title and your question, or call us at 250-563-9251 ext. 100.

Adventures at the Library

Cancelled for Jan 29

Join us for a drop-in, beginner-friendly campaign in the Forgotten Realms, and make some friends along the way!

Characters provided, or bring your own Level 6, 5E character!

ADVENTURES AT THE LIBRARY
Ages 8 - 12 | Free limited drop in
Thursdays, Jan 15, 29 & Feb 12
4:00 - 5:30 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Registration: 
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect
● Takes place indoors in a quiet, comfortable space
● The lighting is bright and may be turned off
● Accessible and inclusive washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit in chairs or stand
● Limited seating available
● Participants may leave the room at any time
● Electronic screens, bright colours, and/or reflective surfaces
● Background music played at a low volume
● Light snacks and drinks provided
● Fantasy Elements, Fictional role-playing, and contains violent content.

It's important that our programs are accessible for everyone. We offer sensory materials for youth including wiggle cushions, ear defenders, and fidget toys at the main service desk—you do not need a library card.
Our branches are fully accessible. Bob Harkins Branch has an elevator; Nechako Branch is on one level. If you have any questions about accessibility or need accommodations, please email ask@pgpl.ca with the program title and your question, or call us at 250-563-9251 ext. 100.

PGPL Olympic Watch Party

PGPL is hosting Olympic Watch Parties. Bring the whole family to the Bob Harkins Branch to watch CBC's broadcast of these events!

In the Magazine Corner:
Feb 19
• 10:10 am - Ice Hockey Women’s Gold Medal Game

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Families
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
All Ages
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Teen (13-18 years)
Registration: 

PGPL Olympic Watch Party

PGPL is hosting Olympic Watch Parties. Bring the whole family to the Bob Harkins Branch to watch CBC's broadcast of these events!

In the Magazine Corner:
Feb 18
• 10:05 am - Canada vs Italy Curling Women’s Round Robin Session 11

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Families
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
All Ages
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Teen (13-18 years)
Registration: 

PGPL Olympic Watch Party

PGPL is hosting Olympic Watch Parties. Bring the whole family to the Bob Harkins Branch to watch CBC's broadcast of these events!

In the Keith Gordon Room:
Feb 23
• 10:00 am – Replay of the 5:10 am Ice Hockey Men’s Gold Medal Game
• 12:00 pm – Replay of the 2:05 am Curling Women’s Gold Medal Game

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Families
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
All Ages
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Teen (13-18 years)
Registration: 

PGPL Olympic Watch Party

PGPL is hosting Olympic Watch Parties. Bring the whole family to the Bob Harkins Branch to watch CBC's broadcast of these events!

In the Magazine Corner:
Feb 17
• 10:05 am - Canada vs Great Britain Curling Men’s Round Robin Session 10

In the Keith Gordon Room:
Feb 17
• 10: 00 am – Replay of the 8:03 am Women’s 500m Speed Skating

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Families
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
All Ages
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Teen (13-18 years)
Registration: 

PGPL Olympic Watch Party

PGPL is hosting Olympic Watch Parties. Bring the whole family to the Bob Harkins Branch to watch CBC's broadcast of these events!

In the Magazine Corner:
Feb 13
• 10:00 am – Replay of the 5:05 am United States vs Canada Curling Women’s Round Robin Session 3

In the Keith Gordon Room:
Feb 13
• 10: 00 am – Replay of the 12:05 am Canada vs United States Curling Round Robin Session 3

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Families
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
All Ages
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Teen (13-18 years)
Registration: 

PGPL Olympic Watch Party

PGPL is hosting Olympic Watch Parties. Bring the whole family to the Bob Harkins Branch to watch CBC's broadcast of these events!

In the Magazine Corner:
Feb 11
• 10:05 am – Canada vs Germany Curling Men’s Round Robin Session 1

In the Keith Gordon Room:
Feb 11
• 10:30a.m. – Figure Skating Ice Dance Free Dance

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Families
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
All Ages
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Teen (13-18 years)
Registration: