Free Drop In

Display your work, build your portfolio, and compete for prizes in the Teen Art Showcase! All mediums are accepted.

Art Intake:
Drop off your submission and complete an entry form at the Bob Harkins branch of the library between 3-6pm on Friday, February 9th, or 10-12am on Saturday, February 10th.

The Teen Art Workshop is an opportunity for young emerging artists to discuss their art with professionals. Teens will get feedback on their artistic pieces, instruction on pricing & preparing artwork for exhibition; as well as the chance to participate in a unique one-on-one mentoring opportunity with masters in their crafts, including:

Elmer Gunderson ~ Carving
Wendy Young ~ Glass
Christina Watts ~ Organic paint making
Drew Watmough ~ Photography
Micheal Kast ~ Arts North/Graphic Design
Cliff Mann ~ Watercolor painting
Si Transken ~ Art Journaling

Presented in partnership with the Prince George & District Community Arts Council.

In partnership with Theatre NorthWest, learn how to repair your ripped clothing or hem those pesky pants.

If you cannot bring your own, sewing machines and thread will be supplied; please bring 1 – 2 items to learn with.

Best suited for adult beginners.
Please register in person at either branch of the library or call 250-563-9251 ext 100.

SEWING S.O.S
Adults | Free limited registration
Saturday, Oct 14 | 10:30am - 1:00pm
Nechako Branch, in the Hart

"Though she has never known love without addiction, she has also never known an addict unworthy of love." Join local author Elisha Rose as she discusses her first book "I am Worthy," the story of loving and losing her soulmate to drug addiction.

Author Talk - Alisha Rose: I am Worthy
Adults | Free drop in
Thursday, Sept 28 | 6:00 - 7:30pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

An evening where anyone can share their poetry and spoken word. Perfect for first time performers to get out of their comfort zone or seasoned poets to get back to sharing their poetry after the pandemic!

POETRY & SPOKEN WORD OPEN MIC
Adults | Free drop in
Thursday, Sept 21 | 6:00 - 7:30pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Learn the ancient Viking art of tablet weaving with the PG Fibre Arts Guild! Materials provided.

TABLET WEAVING
Adults | Free drop in
Saturday, Sept 16 | 1:00 - 2:00pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Welcome, students! Meet other post-secondary students at our open house that's all about what PGPL can do for you! Get a library card, learn about upcoming events, and explore our comfortable study spaces.

STUDENT OPEN HOUSE
Post-secondary students | Free drop in
Friday, Sept 15 | 2:00 - 5:30pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Learn about the free legal resources available to self-represented litigants with a Librarian from the Prince George Courthouse Library.

LEGAL RESEARCH FOR BEGINNERS
Adults | Free drop in
Tuesday, Sept 12 | 6:30 - 7:30pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Learn how to save seeds with the Prince George Master Gardeners and the David Douglas Botanical Garden Society!

Seed Saving Workshop
Adults | Free drop in
Saturday, Sept 23 | 1:00 - 2:00pm
Nechako Branch, in the Hart

If you participated in the seed library, saved seeds can be returned to either branch of the library throughout the fall!

Do you want to elevate your LinkedIn account? Maybe your school photos didn't turn out, or you'd like to stand out on your online dating profile? Come to the library for a free headshot!

FREE HEADSHOTS
Adults | Free drop in
Saturday, Sept 9 | 1:00 - 3:00pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown