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Children's Programs

The Children's Department offers a variety of programs on a regular basis, including Pre-School Story​time and Music for Toddlers.

Events

Preschool Storytime

Apr, 25 2019 10:30 AM

The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department is hosting the winter session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings starting April 11 through to May 30, 2019. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 - 11 a.m. Place: Children's Storyroom

Music for Toddlers

Apr, 30 2019 10:00 AM

The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on April 9 through May 28, 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

Music for Toddlers

Apr, 30 2019 10:00 AM

The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on April 9 through May 28, 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

Preschool Storytime

May, 2 2019 10:30 AM

The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department is hosting the winter session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings starting April 11 through to May 30, 2019. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 - 11 a.m. Place: Children's Storyroom

Music for Toddlers

May, 7 2019 10:00 AM

The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on April 9 through May 28, 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

“Back to Basics – Canadian Census Records”

May, 7 2019 7:00 PM

On Tuesday, May 7th, the Nipissing District Branch of Ontario Ancestors, the Ontario Genealogical Society, will be hosting a talk on the Censuses of Canada, where to find them and how to use these records in our genealogical research.  The presentation will be given by Ann Smith in Nipissing Branch’s genealogical library on the upstairs mezzanine at the North Bay Public Library (271 Worthington Street East) from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  For more information, please call (705)474-4830, extension 2833.   All are welcome!

Spinning Yarns: Social Knitting Circle

May, 8 2019 2:00 PM

Drop in for Spinning Yarns: Social Knitting Circle on every other Wednesday afternoon from 2 – 4 p.m. in the OGS room at the North Bay Public Library. This is a drop in event. No instruction, just social. Tea and coffee will be served. All stitchers welcome! When: every other Wednesday afternoon - please check calendar for dates Time: 2 – 4 p.m. Where: OGS room at the North Bay Public Library

Preschool Storytime

May, 9 2019 10:30 AM

The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department is hosting the winter session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings starting April 11 through to May 30, 2019. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 - 11 a.m. Place: Children's Storyroom

Author Talk - Brian Mitchell

May, 9 2019 6:00 PM

Join us for an Author Talk featuring Brian Mitchell, author of OBLITERATION, on Thursday, May 9 from 7 - 8:30 p.m. in the Children's Storyroom. Mitchell will be reading from his debut novel novel which takes place in the fictional town of Matamiskamin. Ojibwa Elder Mary Laronde will join Mitchell for a conversation about the issues raised in the story and to engage the audience in discussion. This is a free event. Space is limited - registration required. Visit the Main Desk or call (705)474-4830.

Making A Will: Info Session

May, 13 2019 10:00 AM

Join us for "Making A Will: Information Sessions" with Michelle Lavigne Vezeau on Monday, May 13 from 10 - 11 a.m. in the OGS Room. This event will provide a general overview of Wills and Powers of Attorneys. Discussions will include: - Why anyone over 18 should have a will - General misconceptions about wills - Why Powers of Attorney are important This is a free event. Registration is available at the Main Desk or by calling (705) 474-4830. Space is limited. This session is informational only and does not include legal advice.

Music for Toddlers

May, 14 2019 10:00 AM

The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on April 9 through May 28, 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

Preschool Storytime

May, 16 2019 10:30 AM

The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department is hosting the winter session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings starting April 11 through to May 30, 2019. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 - 11 a.m. Place: Children's Storyroom

Music for Toddlers

May, 21 2019 10:00 AM

The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on April 9 through May 28, 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

Spinning Yarns: Social Knitting Circle

May, 22 2019 2:00 PM

Drop in for Spinning Yarns: Social Knitting Circle on every other Wednesday afternoon from 2 – 4 p.m. in the OGS room at the North Bay Public Library. This is a drop in event. No instruction, just social. Tea and coffee will be served. All stitchers welcome! When: every other Wednesday afternoon - please check calendar for dates Time: 2 – 4 p.m. Where: OGS room at the North Bay Public Library

Preschool Storytime

May, 23 2019 10:30 AM

The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department is hosting the winter session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings starting April 11 through to May 30, 2019. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 - 11 a.m. Place: Children's Storyroom

Music for Toddlers

May, 28 2019 10:00 AM

The Children's Department of the North Bay Public Library is hosting a music program for toddlers (Ages 1 and 2) and their parents/caregivers on Tuesday Mornings at 10 a.m. starting on April 9 through May 28, 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

Preschool Storytime

May, 30 2019 10:30 AM

The North Bay Public Library Children’s Department is hosting the winter session of Preschool Storytime, an interactive program of stories, songs and fingerplays for ages two and up on Thursday mornings starting April 11 through to May 30, 2019. When: Thursday mornings Time: 10:30 - 11 a.m. Place: Children's Storyroom

Seedlings Storytime

May, 30 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Jun, 6 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Jun, 13 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Jun, 20 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Jun, 27 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Jul, 4 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Jul, 11 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Jul, 18 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Jul, 25 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Aug, 1 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Aug, 8 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Aug, 15 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Aug, 22 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.

Seedlings Storytime

Aug, 29 2019 6:30 PM

The Gathering Place and the North Bay Public Library presents Seedlings Storytime, a program of stories and hands-on activity relating to plants and gardening for ages 6 and up happening Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. starting May 30 through August 29, 2019. This event takes place either at the Children’s Storyroom, Sweetman Garden, or at the Gathering Place garden. Registration will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. in person at the Children’s Desk. Registration is $45.00, with $40.00 for each additional sibling in a family. Enrollment is LIMITED to 16 children. For questions regarding registration call the Children’s Desk (705)474-4830.