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Events
Music for Toddlers
Oct, 22 2019 10:00 AM
The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Music for Toddlers, a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on October 22 through December 3, 2019. This program involves action songs and the use of basic rhythm instruments such as drums and shakers. When: Tuesday mornings Time: 10 - 10:30 a.m. Where: Children's Storyroom Registration is required and will begin on Monday, September 23 at 9:30 a.m., either by phone at 705-474-4830, or in person at the Children’s desk. Registration is limited. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Junior Book Club
Oct, 22 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department will be hosting Junior Book Club with Frontier College on Wednesday evenings starting Tuesday, October 22nd from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Children ages 6-12 are invited to explore different themes through games, activities and stories with Frontier College tutors. When: Tuesday evenings, October 22 through to December 3, 2019 Time: 6 – 7 p.m. Where: In the Children’s Storyroom The program is free and the fun is guaranteed. Junior Book Club is a great way for kids to learn about diverse subjects of interest in a hands-on way. Each weekly session introduces a new theme for kids and volunteers to explore (anything from volcanos and earthquakes to family pets). Theme pack kits include books (fiction and non-fiction, storybooks, chapter books, graphic novels, and more) and games, crafts, activity or experiment, and a variety of activity sheets. The materials included in each kit are all variations of the same theme, and participants are encouraged to do a bit of reading and writing each week by exploring the themes from their own perspective. Registration is required and will begin on Monday, September 23 at 9:30 a.m., either by phone (705) 474-4830 or in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is limited.
Preschool Storytime
Oct, 24 2019 10:30 AM
The Children’s Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. starting October 24 through to December 5, 2019. Children must be two years old by the time the session begins. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 – 11 a.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom Registration is required and will begin on Monday, September 23 at 9:30 a.m., either by phone at 705-474-4830, or in person at the Children’s desk. Registration is limited. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Science Sleuth
Oct, 24 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department and Frontier College will be hosting Science Sleuth, a kid-friendly experiment-based program on Thursday evenings starting October 24th from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Investigate our world and many of the materials in it through a series of kid-friendly experiments. When: Thursday evenings starting October 24th through to November 28th, 2019 Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom Every week, participants will be introduced to a different experiment and will follow the scientific process to learn about everything from chemical reactions to different forms of energy and force. Children can test out their own hypotheses and will take the lead in the experiment set up and clean up. No burners, matches or lit flames will be used, though children will handle a variety of materials (everything from white clue to vegetable oil to yeast to food colour) and should be prepared to get a little dirty. This program is suitable for scientists ages 6-12. Registration will begin on Monday, September 23 at 9:30 a.m., either by phone at 705-474-4830, or in person at the Children’s desk.
Drag Story Time
Oct, 26 2019 2:30 AM
Amelia Rising Sexual Assault Centre of Nipissing & North Bay Public Library present Drag Story Time on Saturday, October 26, from 2:30 – 3:15 p.m.in the Children’s Storyroom. Drag Story Time teaches children and their families about boundaries, consent and inclusion through storytelling, dress-up, and fun. This is a free event for children (ages 5 – 10) and their caregivers. To register for this event, contact info@ameliarising.ca or call 705-840-2403.
Music for Toddlers
Oct, 29 2019 10:00 AM
The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Music for Toddlers, a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on October 22 through December 3, 2019. This program involves action songs and the use of basic rhythm instruments such as drums and shakers. When: Tuesday mornings Time: 10 - 10:30 a.m. Where: Children's Storyroom
Junior Book Club
Oct, 29 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department will be hosting Junior Book Club with Frontier College on Wednesday evenings starting Tuesday, October 22nd from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Children ages 6-12 are invited to explore different themes through games, activities and stories with Frontier College tutors. When: Tuesday evenings, October 22 through to December 3, 2019 Time: 6 – 7 p.m. Where: In the Children’s Storyroom The program is free and the fun is guaranteed. Junior Book Club is a great way for kids to learn about diverse subjects of interest in a hands-on way. Each weekly session introduces a new theme for kids and volunteers to explore (anything from volcanos and earthquakes to family pets). Theme pack kits include books (fiction and non-fiction, storybooks, chapter books, graphic novels, and more) and games, crafts, activity or experiment, and a variety of activity sheets. The materials included in each kit are all variations of the same theme, and participants are encouraged to do a bit of reading and writing each week by exploring the themes from their own perspective.
Author Talk featuring Dieter K. Buse and Graeme S. Mount
Oct, 29 2019 6:00 PM
Join us for an Author Talk featuring Dieter K. Buse and Graeme S. Mount, authors of the second volume of Untold: Northeastern Ontario’s Military Past, World War II to Peacekeeping. In this second volume, the authors present many topics including internment, prisoner of war camps in northeastern Ontario, and participating in the Second World War. Through archival research, military documents, newspapers, diaries and personal letters, the stories reveal the sacrifices and challenges, how military activities and service impacted families and communities in northeastern Ontario. This event will be followed by a Q&A session with the authors. Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2019. Time: 6:30 – 8 p.m. Place: The Board Room, North Bay Public Library This is a free event. Limited space – registration required. Visit the Main Desk or call (705) 474-4830 to reserve your spot today.
Author Talk featuring Dieter K. Buse and Graeme S. Mount
Oct, 29 2019 6:30 PM
Join us for an Author Talk featuring Dieter K. Buse and Graeme S. Mount, authors of the second volume of Untold: Northeastern Ontario’s Military Past, World War II to Peacekeeping. In this second volume, the authors present many topics including internment, prisoner of war camps in northeastern Ontario, and participating in the Second World War. Through archival research, military documents, newspapers, diaries and personal letters, the stories reveal the sacrifices and challenges, how military activities and service impacted families and communities in northeastern Ontario. This event will be followed by a Q&A session with the authors. Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2019. Time: 6:30 – 8 p.m. Place: The Board Room, North Bay Public Library This is a free event. Limited space – registration required. Visit the Main Desk or call (705) 474-4830 to reserve your spot today.
Game Night!
Oct, 30 2019 6:00 PM
Drop in to the North Bay Public Library for an evening of board games and snacks! Bring your own game and play an old favourite or learn a new game, and socialize. This event is for all ages. Families are welcome.
Preschool Storytime
Oct, 31 2019 10:30 AM
The Children’s Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. starting October 24 through to December 5, 2019. Children must be two years old by the time the session begins. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 – 11 a.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom
Music for Toddlers
Nov, 5 2019 10:00 AM
The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Music for Toddlers, a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on October 22 through December 3, 2019. This program involves action songs and the use of basic rhythm instruments such as drums and shakers. When: Tuesday mornings Time: 10 - 10:30 a.m. Where: Children's Storyroom
Junior Book Club
Nov, 5 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department will be hosting Junior Book Club with Frontier College on Wednesday evenings starting Tuesday, October 22nd from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Children ages 6-12 are invited to explore different themes through games, activities and stories with Frontier College tutors. When: Tuesday evenings, October 22 through to December 3, 2019 Time: 6 – 7 p.m. Where: In the Children’s Storyroom The program is free and the fun is guaranteed. Junior Book Club is a great way for kids to learn about diverse subjects of interest in a hands-on way. Each weekly session introduces a new theme for kids and volunteers to explore (anything from volcanos and earthquakes to family pets). Theme pack kits include books (fiction and non-fiction, storybooks, chapter books, graphic novels, and more) and games, crafts, activity or experiment, and a variety of activity sheets. The materials included in each kit are all variations of the same theme, and participants are encouraged to do a bit of reading and writing each week by exploring the themes from their own perspective.
Preschool Storytime
Nov, 7 2019 10:30 AM
The Children’s Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. starting October 24 through to December 5, 2019. Children must be two years old by the time the session begins. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 – 11 a.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom
Science Sleuth
Nov, 7 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department and Frontier College will be hosting Science Sleuth, a kid-friendly experiment-based program on Thursday evenings starting October 24th from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Investigate our world and many of the materials in it through a series of kid-friendly experiments. When: Thursday evenings starting October 24th through to November 28th, 2019 Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom Every week, participants will be introduced to a different experiment and will follow the scientific process to learn about everything from chemical reactions to different forms of energy and force. Children can test out their own hypotheses and will take the lead in the experiment set up and clean up. No burners, matches or lit flames will be used, though children will handle a variety of materials (everything from white clue to vegetable oil to yeast to food colour) and should be prepared to get a little dirty. This program is suitable for scientists ages 6-12.
Music for Toddlers
Nov, 12 2019 10:00 AM
The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Music for Toddlers, a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on October 22 through December 3, 2019. This program involves action songs and the use of basic rhythm instruments such as drums and shakers. When: Tuesday mornings Time: 10 - 10:30 a.m. Where: Children's Storyroom
Junior Book Club
Nov, 12 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department will be hosting Junior Book Club with Frontier College on Wednesday evenings starting Tuesday, October 22nd from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Children ages 6-12 are invited to explore different themes through games, activities and stories with Frontier College tutors. When: Tuesday evenings, October 22 through to December 3, 2019 Time: 6 – 7 p.m. Where: In the Children’s Storyroom The program is free and the fun is guaranteed. Junior Book Club is a great way for kids to learn about diverse subjects of interest in a hands-on way. Each weekly session introduces a new theme for kids and volunteers to explore (anything from volcanos and earthquakes to family pets). Theme pack kits include books (fiction and non-fiction, storybooks, chapter books, graphic novels, and more) and games, crafts, activity or experiment, and a variety of activity sheets. The materials included in each kit are all variations of the same theme, and participants are encouraged to do a bit of reading and writing each week by exploring the themes from their own perspective.
Preschool Storytime
Nov, 14 2019 10:30 AM
The Children’s Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. starting October 24 through to December 5, 2019. Children must be two years old by the time the session begins. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 – 11 a.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom
Science Sleuth
Nov, 14 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department and Frontier College will be hosting Science Sleuth, a kid-friendly experiment-based program on Thursday evenings starting October 24th from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Investigate our world and many of the materials in it through a series of kid-friendly experiments. When: Thursday evenings starting October 24th through to November 28th, 2019 Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom Every week, participants will be introduced to a different experiment and will follow the scientific process to learn about everything from chemical reactions to different forms of energy and force. Children can test out their own hypotheses and will take the lead in the experiment set up and clean up. No burners, matches or lit flames will be used, though children will handle a variety of materials (everything from white clue to vegetable oil to yeast to food colour) and should be prepared to get a little dirty. This program is suitable for scientists ages 6-12.
Music for Toddlers
Nov, 19 2019 10:00 AM
The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Music for Toddlers, a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on October 22 through December 3, 2019. This program involves action songs and the use of basic rhythm instruments such as drums and shakers. When: Tuesday mornings Time: 10 - 10:30 a.m. Where: Children's Storyroom
Junior Book Club
Nov, 19 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department will be hosting Junior Book Club with Frontier College on Wednesday evenings starting Tuesday, October 22nd from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Children ages 6-12 are invited to explore different themes through games, activities and stories with Frontier College tutors. When: Tuesday evenings, October 22 through to December 3, 2019 Time: 6 – 7 p.m. Where: In the Children’s Storyroom The program is free and the fun is guaranteed. Junior Book Club is a great way for kids to learn about diverse subjects of interest in a hands-on way. Each weekly session introduces a new theme for kids and volunteers to explore (anything from volcanos and earthquakes to family pets). Theme pack kits include books (fiction and non-fiction, storybooks, chapter books, graphic novels, and more) and games, crafts, activity or experiment, and a variety of activity sheets. The materials included in each kit are all variations of the same theme, and participants are encouraged to do a bit of reading and writing each week by exploring the themes from their own perspective.
Preschool Storytime
Nov, 21 2019 10:30 AM
The Children’s Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. starting October 24 through to December 5, 2019. Children must be two years old by the time the session begins. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 – 11 a.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom
Science Sleuth
Nov, 21 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department and Frontier College will be hosting Science Sleuth, a kid-friendly experiment-based program on Thursday evenings starting October 24th from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Investigate our world and many of the materials in it through a series of kid-friendly experiments. When: Thursday evenings starting October 24th through to November 28th, 2019 Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom Every week, participants will be introduced to a different experiment and will follow the scientific process to learn about everything from chemical reactions to different forms of energy and force. Children can test out their own hypotheses and will take the lead in the experiment set up and clean up. No burners, matches or lit flames will be used, though children will handle a variety of materials (everything from white clue to vegetable oil to yeast to food colour) and should be prepared to get a little dirty. This program is suitable for scientists ages 6-12.
Author Talk featuring Kelly S. Thompson
Nov, 25 2019 6:30 PM
Join us for an Author Talk featuring Kelly S. Thompson, author of Girls Need Not Apply, on Monday, November 25, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Thompson will speak about her book, a memoir that chronicles her experiences as a female captain serving in the Canadian Armed Forces, and her journey to make space for herself in a traditionally masculine world. This event will be followed by a Q&A session with the Author. Date: Monday, November 25, 2019 Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m. Place: the Children's Storyroom, North Bay Public Library This is a free event. Limited space - registration required. Visit the Main Desk or call (705)474 4830.
Author Talk feat. Kelly S Thompson
Nov, 25 2019 6:30 PM
Join us for an Author Talk featuring Kelly S. Thompson, author of Girls Need Not Apply, on Monday, November 25, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Thompson will speak about her book, a memoir that chronicles her experiences as a female captain serving in the Canadian Armed Forces, and her journey to make space for herself in a traditionally masculine world. This event will be followed by a Q&A session with the Author. Date: Monday, November 25, 2019 Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m. Place: the Children's Storyroom, North Bay Public Library This is a free event. Limited space - registration required. Visit the Main Desk or call (705)474 4830.
Music for Toddlers
Nov, 26 2019 10:00 AM
The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Music for Toddlers, a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on October 22 through December 3, 2019. This program involves action songs and the use of basic rhythm instruments such as drums and shakers. When: Tuesday mornings Time: 10 - 10:30 a.m. Where: Children's Storyroom
Junior Book Club
Nov, 26 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department will be hosting Junior Book Club with Frontier College on Wednesday evenings starting Tuesday, October 22nd from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Children ages 6-12 are invited to explore different themes through games, activities and stories with Frontier College tutors. When: Tuesday evenings, October 22 through to December 3, 2019 Time: 6 – 7 p.m. Where: In the Children’s Storyroom The program is free and the fun is guaranteed. Junior Book Club is a great way for kids to learn about diverse subjects of interest in a hands-on way. Each weekly session introduces a new theme for kids and volunteers to explore (anything from volcanos and earthquakes to family pets). Theme pack kits include books (fiction and non-fiction, storybooks, chapter books, graphic novels, and more) and games, crafts, activity or experiment, and a variety of activity sheets. The materials included in each kit are all variations of the same theme, and participants are encouraged to do a bit of reading and writing each week by exploring the themes from their own perspective.
Preschool Storytime
Nov, 28 2019 10:30 AM
The Children’s Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. starting October 24 through to December 5, 2019. Children must be two years old by the time the session begins. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 – 11 a.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom
Science Sleuth
Nov, 28 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department and Frontier College will be hosting Science Sleuth, a kid-friendly experiment-based program on Thursday evenings starting October 24th from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Investigate our world and many of the materials in it through a series of kid-friendly experiments. When: Thursday evenings starting October 24th through to November 28th, 2019 Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom Every week, participants will be introduced to a different experiment and will follow the scientific process to learn about everything from chemical reactions to different forms of energy and force. Children can test out their own hypotheses and will take the lead in the experiment set up and clean up. No burners, matches or lit flames will be used, though children will handle a variety of materials (everything from white clue to vegetable oil to yeast to food colour) and should be prepared to get a little dirty. This program is suitable for scientists ages 6-12.
Music for Toddlers
Dec, 3 2019 10:00 AM
The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Music for Toddlers, a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on October 22 through December 3, 2019. This program involves action songs and the use of basic rhythm instruments such as drums and shakers. When: Tuesday mornings Time: 10 - 10:30 a.m. Where: Children's Storyroom
Junior Book Club
Dec, 3 2019 6:00 PM
The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department will be hosting Junior Book Club with Frontier College on Wednesday evenings starting Tuesday, October 22nd from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Children’s Storyroom. Children ages 6-12 are invited to explore different themes through games, activities and stories with Frontier College tutors. When: Tuesday evenings, October 22 through to December 3, 2019 Time: 6 – 7 p.m. Where: In the Children’s Storyroom The program is free and the fun is guaranteed. Junior Book Club is a great way for kids to learn about diverse subjects of interest in a hands-on way. Each weekly session introduces a new theme for kids and volunteers to explore (anything from volcanos and earthquakes to family pets). Theme pack kits include books (fiction and non-fiction, storybooks, chapter books, graphic novels, and more) and games, crafts, activity or experiment, and a variety of activity sheets. The materials included in each kit are all variations of the same theme, and participants are encouraged to do a bit of reading and writing each week by exploring the themes from their own perspective.
Preschool Storytime
Dec, 5 2019 10:30 AM
The Children’s Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting the fall session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. starting October 24 through to December 5, 2019. Children must be two years old by the time the session begins. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 – 11 a.m. Where: Children’s Storyroom