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Chess Club

Calling all chess enthusiasts and future grand masters! Learn to play with our giant chess set or put your knowledge to the test against other seasoned players.

CHESS CLUB
All Ages | Free drop in
Every other Tuesday, March 11, 25 & April 8
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Tens to Teens (10-18 years)
Families
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
All Ages
Teen (13-18 years)
Registration: 
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect
● Usually takes place indoors in a quiet, comfortable space
● The lighting is adjustable
● Accessible washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit in comfortable chairs or stand
● Multiple stations running at the same time
● 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.

Chronic Conditions Support Group @ Nechako

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, March 11 & April 8
1:00 - 2:00pm
Nechako Branch, in the Hart

Location: 
Nechako Branch
Target Audience: 
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
Registration: 
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.

Saturday Storytime @ Bob Harkins

Welcome to our Storytime series! Join us for a half hour of stories, songs, and movement.

SATURDAY STORYTIME
Ages 0 - 5 | Free drop in
Saturdays, March 8 to April 12*
10:15 - 10:45 am
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

* March 8 and April 12 - Special Storytime: Dad and Me Storytime

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.

Wednesday Babytime @ Nechako

Welcome to our Babytime series! Join us for a half hour of gentle songs, rhymes, reading, and movement!

WEDNESDAY BABYTIME
Birth - walking | Free drop in
Wednesdays, March 12 to April 16
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Nechako Branch, in the Hart

Location: 
Nechako Branch
Target Audience: 
Babies (0-12 months)
Registration: 
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect:
● Takes place indoors in a busy, crowded space
● Accessible and all-gender washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit on the floor or in chairs
● 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.

Thursday Babytime @ Bob Harkins

Welcome to our Babytime series! Join us for a half hour of stories, songs, and movement.

THURSDAY BABYTIME @BOB HARKINS
Birth - Walking | Free drop in
Thursdays, March 13 to April 17
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Babies (0-12 months)
Registration: 
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect:
● Takes place indoors in a busy, crowded space
● Accessible and all-gender washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit on the floor or in chairs
● 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.

Wednesday Storytime @ Nechako

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, March 12 to April 16
10:15 - 10:45 am
Nechako Branch, in the Hart

Location: 
Nechako 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.

Thursday Storytime @ Bob Harkins

Welcome to our Storytime series! Join us for a half hour of stories, songs, and movement.

THURSDAY STORYTIME
Ages 0 - 5 | Free drop in
Thursdays, March 13 to April 17
10:15 - 10:45 am
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

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.

Tuesday Storytime @ Bob Harkins

Welcome to our Storytime series! Join us for a half hour of stories, songs, and movement.

TUESDAY STORYTIME @BOB HARKINS
Ages 0 - 5 | Free drop in
Tuesdays, March 11 to April 15
10:15 - 10:45 am
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

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.

Malayalam Language School @ NECHAKO

Youth can learn Malayalam, a language spoken in south-western India! Presented by the Prince George Regional Kerala Cultural Association.

Learn more about the PGRKCA at: https://www.pgrkca.ca

MALAYALAM LANGUAGE SCHOOL @NECHAKO
Families | Free drop in
Saturday, April 5 & 19
2:30 - 4:30 pm
Nechako Branch, in the Hart

Location: 
Nechako Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Families
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Registration: 
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect:
● Takes place indoors in a busy, crowded space
● The lighting in the room is bright and is not adjustable
● Accessible and all-gender washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit in comfortable chairs or stand
● Electronic screens, bright colours, and/or reflective surfaces

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.

Seed Starting Workshop @ Nechako

Learn how to start seeds with the guidance of a master gardener! Presentation is geared towards those new to the practice and will include the opportunity for a questions and answers session. Two opportunities:

SEED STARTING WORKSHOP
Adult | Free drop in

Saturday, March 8 | 3:00 - 4:30pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Saturday, March 22 | 3:00 - 4:30pm
Nechako Branch, in the Hart

Location: 
Nechako Branch
Target Audience: 
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
Registration: 
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 and all-gender 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.