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The Way We Hear It Exhibit Reception

May is Speech and Language Month! Learn about hearing, hearing loss, and related topics by exploring the exhibit hosted on the second floor of the Bob Harkins Branch throughout the month of May.

Everyone is invited to join us for the opening reception on May 1st.

All ages | Free drop in
Thursday, May 1
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Learn more: www.chha-bc.org

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Families
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
All Ages
Kids 0-5
Kids 5-9
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Teen (13-18 years)
Registration: 
Free Drop In
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect (Reception Only):
● Takes place indoors in a quiet, comfortable space
● Participants can sit in comfortable chairs or stand
● Accessible and inclusive washrooms are available nearby
● The lighting is adjustable
● Closed captioning and ASL interpretation available
● The room may be busy or crowded
● Light snacks and drinks provided
● 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.

StoryWalk® at Duchess Park Dog Park

Visit the StoryWalk® at the Duchess Park Dog Park at anytime! Simply start at the first sign, and follow the story around the fence. Story changes monthly.
It is available daily rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

SELF-DIRECTED STORYWALK
All Ages | Free drop in
Available until October 31, 2025
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Duchess Park Dog Park

The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

If the StoryWalk® needs maintenance, please call the library at 250-563-9251 ext 100.

Location: 
Other
Target Audience: 
Preschool Age (0-5 years)
Elementary (5-9 years)
Tens to Teens (10-18 years)
Families
All Ages
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Registration: 
Free Drop In

Meditation Circle

Join us for a community meditation circle facilitated by PGPL staff. We will practice seated meditation with a focus on the breath, which is a way to observe what we think and feel. Many people have found that this practice supports their well-being.

You don't need any previous experience with meditation to come to this program.

Please note that while staff leading the program practice meditation, they are not certified instructors. The program is intended to provide a welcoming space for people to practice together.

MEDITATION CIRCLE
Adults | Free drop in
Saturday, June 28
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Adults (19+)
Registration: 
Free Drop In
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect:
● PGPL staff are not certified meditation guides
● Takes place indoors in a quiet, comfortable space
● The lighting is adjustable
● Accessible washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit on the floor or in comfortable 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.

Book Club Social

An evening to connect with others to form a book club together, join an existing book club, and/or advertise your book club to gain new members!

BOOK CLUB SOCIAL
Adults | Free drop in
Thursday, June 19
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
Registration: 
Free Drop In
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 in comfortable chairs or stand
● The room may be busy or crowded

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.

Advance Directives & Representation Agreements

Learn about power of attorneys, advance directives, representation agreements, what they are, what they cover, and how to make your own.

Presented by the Prince George Legal Clinic and Prince George Urban Aboriginal Justice Society.

ADVANCE DIRECTIVES & REPRESENTATION AGREEMENTS
Adults | Free drop in
Wednesday, June 18
1:00 - 2:30pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
Registration: 
Free Drop In
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect:
● Takes place indoors in a quiet, comfortable space
● The lighting is 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.

June Jamboree

Come together for a summer jam! Enjoy playing an instrument and singing popular songs together in the Knowledge Garden. Some ukuleles, bells and shakers provided.

(If it’s raining, we’ll jam inside instead).

JUNE JAMBOREE
All Ages | Free drop in
Tuesday, June 17
4:30 - 5:30pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

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

What to expect:
● There is limited shade and shelter
● The location of this program may change at short notice
● Semi-private space
● Accessible and inclusive washrooms are available by taking the elevator or stairs to the main level
● Limited seating available
● Live music played at a moderate volume
● Sudden or loud sounds

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 Poetry Reading with Al Rempel and Harold Rhenisch

Poets Al Rempel and Harold Rhenisch are touring together to celebrate the release of their latest books of poetry. Rempel's Sprocket is a series breathless prose-poems capturing his childhood adventures spent roaming free in the small farming community of Arnold, BC. Rhenisch's The Salmon Shanties explores memories of people, place and returning home written in couplets that move between English and Chinook Wawa.

A POETRY READING WITH AI REMPEL AND HAROLD RHENISCH
Adults | Free drop in
Thursday, June 5
6:00 - 7:30pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
Registration: 
Free Drop In
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect:
● Takes place outdoors in a wheelchair-accessible space
● There is limited shade and shelter
● Some nearby traffic sounds
● Accessible and inclusive washrooms are available by entering the library and taking the elevator or stairs to the main level
● Participants can sit in comfortable chairs or stand
● The location of this program may change depending on the weather
● Participants may leave the space at any time

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.

Art Attack - SD57 NID

Did you know that anyone can be an artist? Come and find out more at ART ATTACK! Enjoy a short Storytime at 1pm, followed by art based activities.

ART ATTACK - SD57 Non-Instructional Day
Ages 5 - 12 | Free drop in
Monday, June 2
1:00 - 2:30pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Elementary (5-9 years)
Families
Intermediate (8-12 years)
Registration: 
Free Drop In
Accessibility Information: 

What to expect:
● Takes place indoors in a busy, crowded space
● The lighting is adjustable
● Accessible and inclusive washrooms are available nearby
● Participants can sit in chairs or stand
● Participants may leave the room at any time
● Sudden or loud sounds
● Background music played at a low volume
● Involves sticky, slippery, or other textures

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.

D&D Character Creation

Join us to create or update a Dungeons & Dragons character utilizing D&D's 5th Edition Player's Handbook! No prior experience necessary.

What you may bring (not required):
- Water bottle
- Character idea
- Pre-made character

D&D CHARACTER CREATION
Adults | Free limited drop in
Wednesday, May 28
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Adults (19+)
Registration: 
Free Drop In
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 in chairs or stand
● Electronic screens, bright colours, and/or reflective surfaces
● Background music played at a low 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.

Author Talk: Paul Wojdak

Escape from Siberia, Escape from Memory is Paul Wojdak’s first book, a memoir of his father set in a poorly known period of history. His Polish father was born in Siberia and became a child-orphan during the Russian Civil War in 1920. He was rescued to Japan and America before growing up in Poland but as an adult could not explain his childhood journey. Paul used extensive research of archives and orphanage records to uncover his father’s mysterious past. Paul lives on Tyhee Lake near Smithers with his wife Teresa.

Visit paulwojdak.ca

AUTHOR TALK: PAUL WOJDAK
Adults | Free drop in
Tuesday, May 27
6:30 - 7:30pm
Bob Harkins Branch, downtown

Location: 
Bob Harkins Branch
Target Audience: 
Adults (19+)
Seniors (55+)
Registration: 
Free Drop In
Accessibility Information: 

What to Expect:
● Content includes themes of war and trauma
● 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.