Coffee & Conversation Senior's Programs

Coffee & Conversation Senior's Community Grant Programs

Thanks to the Government of Ontario's 2025-26 Senior's Community Grant, the North Bay Public Library is launching our Coffee & Conversation program series. These programs aim to provide North Bay and area seniors with opportunites to learn about different topics including online safety, accessing digital library services, mindfulness techniques, and Wills and power of attorneys. Social activities such as a Sip + Stitch craft night, Bad Art Night, and special editions of Book Bingo are also included to provide more opportunities for socializing.

January

Sip + Stitch Craft Night

Join us on Thursday, January 8th from 6-8PM in the Mezzanine Room for Sip + Stitch! 
 

Bring a new project or a WIP to work on during this drop-in social-gathering style event. We will have snacks and music! This is a free drop-in style event. All crafts are welcome!

No supplies will be provided, please bring your own craft to work on. 

For ages 18+. 

This program is part of the Seniors Community Grant Coffee & Conversation series. 

This program is funded by the Government of Ontario. Financé par le gouvernement de l'Ontario.

Experiece the Joys and Rewards of Volunteering with the Nipssing Branch of Ontario Ancestors

Experience the Joys and Rewards of Volunteering

Discover the Joy of Volunteering with Nipissing Branch, Ontario Genealogical Society!
Connect with a passionate genealogy community, sharpen your research skills, and help others uncover their family stories. From learning new techniques like transcribing to preserving local history, volunteering offers personal satisfaction and valuable experience.

✨ Hear from our amazing volunteers and explore the opportunities waiting for you!
📅 January 22, 2026, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and/or 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
📍 Barbara Moore Memorial Library, downstairs, North Bay Public Library

👉 Join us and make a difference! 

This is a free drop-in event! Snacks will be provided!

This program is part of the Seniors Community Grant Coffee & Conversation series. 

This program is funded by the Government of Ontario. Financé par le gouvernement de l'Ontario.

February

Decluttering 101 with Hello Darlene

Join us on Thursday February 5th at 6PM in the Mezzanine Room (upper level of the library) for a talk with Darlene Tripp of Hello Darlene.

Darlene is a Professional Organizer and Chronic Disorganization Specialist who also specializes in Senior Move & Relocation Management and ADHD strategies. Darlene Tripp will talk about strategies and tips for clearing the clutter from your home.

This event is free to attend.

Registration is required.

Please register in advance through our online calendar, in person, or over the phone by calling 705-474-4830.

** If you register but cannot attend the program, please cancel your registration online or by calling 705-474-4830 as there is a waitlist for this program.**

Cell Phone Basics

Have questions about your cell phone and how it works?

Bring your phone and a couple of questions to this hands-on learning session.

This session will cover both Andriod and iPhone basics such as:

  • settings
  • text messaging
  • putting apps on your phone
  • taking pictures and accessing them afterward

This program is for ages 18+.

Registration is required. Space is limited. Please register in advance.

Register online, in person, or by calling 705-474-4830.

This program is funded by the Government of Ontario. Financé par le gouvernement de l'Ontario.

** If you register but cannot attend the program, please cancel your registration online or by calling 705-474-4830 as there is a waitlist for this program.**