Programs
February Scavenger Hunt
Visit the Children's Dept. all month long to participate in our scavenger hunt!
Events
The Children's Department offers a variety of special events throughout the year. Please check the Online Events Calendar to see what is coming up this month!
February
Read, Sing, Play!
Read, Sing, Play
Join us for a preschool program filled with music, stories, and crafts.
For ages 1-5 years with their parent/caregiver on Thursdays from 10:30 - 11AM in the Children's Storyroom.
This is a free, drop-in style program.
Valentine Card Making!
Registration will open on January 20, 2026 @ 10:00am.
❤️ Valentine’s Card-Making! 💌✨
Love is in the air! and glue, glitter, and giggles are too! 💖 Join us for a crafty celebration where you can make your very own Valentine’s cards for someone special.
🎨 Supplies provided! you bring the creativity, we’ll bring the sparkles! ✂️✨
👩👩👧👦 All ages welcome! (An adult MUST accompany children under 12.)
📅 Date: Tuesday, February 10th
🕕 Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Library Auditorium
💘 Register in advance! Spots and supplies are limited! and we don’t want any broken hearts! 💔💕
Register online, in person, or by calling 705-474-4830.
❗If you register but can’t make it, please cancel your spot online or by phone so someone else can share the love! 💞
LEGO Robotics
LEGO Robotics Workshop - Please note that you are signing up for all 4 days.
Ages : 11-13
Dates: January -17th, 31st , February - 14th, 28th
Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Cost: $20 per ticket - In person only.
Join us for 4 sessions of the LEGO Robotics workshop, where young builders and aspiring engineers can explore the exciting world of robotics! Designed for ages 11 to 13, this hands-on workshop will cover the basics of building and programming LEGO robots. Participants will collaborate to create, test, and refine some robotic inventions.
Whether your child is a beginner or has some experience, this fun and educational workshop will ignite their creativity and enhance their problem-solving skills.
Limited spots are available—reserve yours today for just $20 in person only at the library.
NOTE FOR PARENTS: Your child will be partnered with other children, they MUST be able to share and work well with others.
NOTE FOR PARENTS: The North Bay Public Library ask to inform parents that young children/babies should not be in attendance as pieces are very small and are choking hazards.
Little Sprouts Stories
Registration will open on January 5, 2026 @ 10:00am.
🌱🌻 Little Sprout Stories 🌻 🌱
🤝 In partnership with Nipissing University's Community Leadership Experience.🤝
📅 February 24 • March 3, 10, 17 (Register for each date separately)
⏰ 4:30–5:00 pm
📍 Children's Story room
📝 Register in advance on our online calendar.
👧🧒 Ages 5–9
💵 Cost: Free
👨👩👧 An adult must accompany children 12 and under at all times.
🌟 This program will be led by a Nipissing University Community Leadership Experience student, bringing enthusiasm, creativity, and hands-on learning to every session.
Watch your child's imagination grow during Little Sprout Stories, a four-week storytime adventure all about the life cycle of a seed! Each week, children will enjoy a story told in sequential order—from Planting, to caring and companion Planting, to Harvesting, and finally to eating what they've grown.
After each story, little sprout-readers can dig into a fun, hands-on craft connected to the week's theme.🎨✂️ All crafting materials will be provided. 🌟
Join us for a blooming good time as we explore nature, nurture creativity, and watch curiosity take root! 🌿💚🌼🌻
March
International Women's Day Dray Storytime with Switched On Productions
The North Bay Public Library and Switched On Productions are celebrating International Women's Day with a special storytime!
This is a free, drop-in style event. All ages welcome!
Stop Motion Workshop with Digital Creator North Bay
The North Bay Public Library is excited to once again partner with Digital Creator North Bay for a stop motion workshop on Saturday March 14 from 1:00 - 3:00PM!
Registration for this program opens Saturday Feb. 21, 2026.
If you're looking for a fun and creative way to spend your weekend, look no further than Digital Creator North Bay’s Stop Motion Workshop!
This free event is open to ages 11-17, and will teach you everything you need to know to start creating digital stop motion videos. Not only is this a great opportunity to learn this fun and creative form of animation, but it's also a great way to make new friends with other fellow young creatives. We will provide all the necessary equipment, so all you need to bring is your creativity! Register now and we'll see you at the workshop in the Mezzanine Room!
Registration is required as space is very limited!
Register online, in-person at the main desk, or over the phone at 705-474-4830.
** If you register but cannot attend the program, please cancel your registration online or by calling 705-474-4830.**