Both branches of PGPL will be CLOSED on Tuesday, September 30, for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Interlibrary loan service is currently unavailable due to the Canada Post strike.
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!
UKULELE JAM SESSION
Adults | Free drop in
Tuesday, July 8 & 22
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown
Target Audience:
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
Accessibility Information:
What to Expect:
● Takes place indoors in a comfortable space
● The lighting is adjustable
● Accessible washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit in comfortable chairs or stand
● Music played at a moderate volume
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.
Writers! Discuss and share your current creative projects with a supportive peer group. Snacks provided.
TEEN WRITERS
Teens 13 - 18 | Free drop in
Tuesdays, July 8 to August 12
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown
Accessibility Information:
What to Expect:
● Takes place indoors in a quiet, comfortable space
● Semi-private space
● Accessible and inclusive washrooms are nearby
● Limited seating available
● Light snacks and drinks provided
● Discussion may include sensitive subjects
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.
Do you feel alone in your journey against chronic pain and would like to share experiences with others who are facing the same challenges? Our Chronic Condition Support Group is a community social group where people with any chronic condition can come together to socialize, connect, and learn from each other.
CHRONIC CONDITION SUPPORT GROUP
Adults | Free drop in
Tuesday, July 8 & August 5
1:00 - 2:00pm
Nechako Branch, in the Hart
Target Audience:
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
Accessibility Information:
What to Expect
● Takes place indoors in a quiet, comfortable space
● The lighting in the room is bright and is not adjustable
● Accessible washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit in comfortable chairs or stand
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.
Calling all kids aged 5-9! Join us for weekly activities, read up a storm, and enter to win great prizes with BC Summer Reading Club 2025!
July 8 - Red Carpet – Celebrating music, film, and theatre
July 15 - Outrageous Orange – Geology and all things rock-related
July 22 - Yellow Brick Road – Fantasy and other worlds
July 29 - Growing Green – Biology and nature
Aug 5 - Ocean Blue – Oceans
Aug 12 - Indi-GO – Planes, trains, and automobiles!
Aug 19 - Ultra-Violet – Art and history
BC SUMMER READING CLUB - Colour Your Summer @ Nechako
Ages 5 - 9 | Free drop in
Tuesdays, July 8 to August 19
10:30 - 11:30 am
Nechako Branch, in the Hart
Accessibility Information:
What to Expect:
● Takes place in a busy, crowded space
● The lighting is adjustable
● Accessible and inclusive washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit in chairs or stand
● Electronic screens, bright colours, and/or reflective surfaces
● Sudden or loud sounds
● background music played at a low volume
● May involve sticky, slippery, or other textures
● Movement-based activities may be adapted to different abilities
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.
Calling all kids aged 5-9! Join us for weekly activities, read up a storm, and enter to win great prizes with BC Summer Reading Club 2025!
July 9 - Red Carpet – Celebrating music, film, and theatre
July 16 - Outrageous Orange – Geology and all things rock-related
July 23 - Yellow Brick Road – Fantasy and other worlds
July 30 - Growing Green – Biology and nature
Aug 6 - Ocean Blue – Oceans
Aug 13 - Indi-GO – Planes, trains, and automobiles!
Aug 20 - Ultra-Violet – Art and history
BC SUMMER READING CLUB - Colour Your Summer
Ages 5 - 9 | Free drop in
Wednesday, July 9 to August 20
10:30 - 11:30 am
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown
Accessibility Information:
What to Expect:
● Takes place in a busy, crowded space
● The lighting is adjustable
● Accessible and inclusive washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit in chairs or stand
● Electronic screens, bright colours, and/or reflective surfaces
● Sudden or loud sounds
● background music played at a low volume
● May involve sticky, slippery, or other textures
● Movement-based activities may be adapted to different abilities
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.
We have LEGO! Meet with other builders for some creative fun.
LEGO TIME
Ages 5 - 18 | Free Drop In
Mondays, July 7 to Aug 25*
3:00 - 5:00 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown
*Except Monday, Aug 4 (BC Day)
Target Audience:
Elementary (5-9 years)
Tens to Teens (10-18 years)
Families
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Teen (13-18 years)
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.
A welcoming space for parents and their babies to come together and interact through activities and socializing.
This program is meant for parents and babies (0-walking) and will be passively run.
BABY AND ME @ NECHAKO
Age 0 - walking | Free drop in
Thursdays, July 10 to August 21*
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown
* No Baby & Me on July 17
Accessibility Information:
What to expect:
● Takes place indoors in a quiet, comfortable space
● Semi-private space
● The lighting is adjustable
● Accessible and inclusive washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit on the floor or in chairs
● 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.
A welcoming space for parents and their babies to come together and interact through activities and socializing.
This program is meant for parents and babies (0-walking) and will be passively run.
BABY AND ME @ NECHAKO
Age 0 - walking | Free drop in
Wednesdays, July 9 to August 20
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Nechako Branch, in the Hart
Accessibility Information:
What to expect:
● Takes place indoors in a quiet, comfortable space
● Semi-private space
● The lighting is adjustable
● Accessible and inclusive washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit on the floor or in chairs
● 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.
Welcome to our Storytime series! Join us for a half hour of stories, songs, and movement.
WEDNESDAY STORYTIME @NECHAKO
Ages 0 - 5 | Free drop in
Wednesday, July 9 to August 20
10:15 - 10:45 am
Nechako Branch, in the Hart
Target Audience:
Preschool Age (0-5 years)
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.
Calling all Dads, Grandpas, and Uncles! Join us for a half hour of stories, songs, and movement for young ones and their caregivers.
DAD AND ME STORYTIME SATURDAY
Ages 0 - 5 | Free drop in
Saturday, July 26 & Aug 16
10:15 - 10:45 am
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown
Target Audience:
Preschool Age (0-5 years)
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.
