Adult Programs and Events
The Adult Department offers a variety of workshops and author readings.
April
Chair Yoga with Anne Bentley
Creating Community and Connection in an exciting way at the North Bay Public Library!
Begin the New Year, on the right foot with a weekly senior chair yoga class, that will invite more movement, flexibility and freedom into the body. The class will focus on alignment, body/mind awareness, breath work , balance and joint releasing.
Anne Bentley will lead a modified fun gentle yoga class, using the chair to assist you with postures and balance. This class is especially designed for all body types, including mobility people with physical limitations. Be prepared to feel energised and elevated as you leave class.
What you will need: wear comfortable clothes, a water bottle, and an exercise band or yoga strap with you.
Chair yoga will run weekly on Wednesday afternoons, 1-2PM in the library Auditorium until April 1, 2026.
You can also join us via Zoom by visiting the Event Calendar and clicking on the link provided.
Space is limited. Please register in advance. You must register for each date separately.
Register online, in person, or 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.**
Dungeons & Dragons: Lost Mine of Phandelver (ages 18+) - PROGRAM FULL!
Join your fellow adventurers in a thrilling sequence of Dungeons and Dragons quests! Defy goblins, locate maps, and uncover the secrets of a mine lost to time.
The Lost Mine of Phandelver is the official Starter Kit adventure for D&D 5e. It has a good balance of combat, exploration, and social interaction. It's one of the most played adventures of all time and a common touchstone for many players. Perfect for beginners and experienced players alike, it runs from level 1 to level 5.
A series of pre-generated characters will be provided. All experience levels are welcome!
This program will run biweekly on Thursdays starting on April 9th from 6-8:30pm.
The dates are as follows:
April 9, 23
May 7, 21
June 11, 25
Ages 18+ can sign up for this 6-session campaign! REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 14TH.
Space is limited. Please register in advance.
Register online, in person, or by calling 705-474-4830.
** If you register but cannot attend the program, please cancel your registration online or by calling 705-474-4830.**
Author Reading & Signing with John Levesque
Join us on Saturday April 11th at 1:30PM in the Mezzanine Room for a book reading and signing event with local author John Levesque, winner of the Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour.
John Levesque will read from and discuss his latest book of humour, Becoming Montaigne. In the book, John brings all his powers of cheerful doubt to the task of chronicling the 107 steps to patience of Michel de Montaigne, a sixteenth century gentleman philosopher.
John Levesque is the author of three novels, Rosseter’s Memory, Sometime Soon and Geneva Farewell, and two collections of humour, Waiting for Aquarius and Stranded on the Information Highway. Waiting for Aquarius won the Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour. Sometime Soon won the Hamilton Arts Council Award for fiction. Geneva Farewell was published in 2020 and acclaimed by Joseph Kertes as “a brilliant, beautiful book.”
This is a free, drop-in style event.
National Canadian Film Day Screening of "Away from Her"
For National Canadian Film Day on Wednesday, April 15th, we will be screening the film "Away from Her" starting at 6pm in the Library Auditorium!
Prior to the show we’ll have a brief discussion of some cool facts and context about the film!
This is a free event open to ages 18+. Snacks will be provided.
Space is limited. Please register in advance.
Register online, in person, or by calling 705-474-4830.
** If you register but cannot attend the program, please cancel your registration online or by calling 705-474-4830.**
Movie Matinee at the Library - Dial "M" for Murder
Movie Matinee at the Library!
Calling all cinema buffs! Join us on Saturday April 18 from 12:30-3PM in the Auditorium for an afternoon showing of the film Dial “M” for Murder!
Prior to the show we’ll have a brief discussion of some cool facts and context about the film!
This is a free event open to ages 16+. Snacks will be provided.
Space is limited. Please register in advance. An NBPL library card is REQUIRED to register for this program.
Register online, in person, or by calling 705-474-4830.
** If you register but cannot attend the program, please cancel your registration online or by calling 705-474-4830.**
Book Bingo!
It's time for Book Bingo!
Join us on Tuesday April 21 from 6-7PM in the library auditorium.
Play Bingo, win books! Come on out and see if you win!
This is a family friendly event. Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Space and supplies are limited. Please register in advance.
Register online, in person, or 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.**
Journal + Planner Night
f you love journalling, bullet journalling, art journalling, or doodling in planners, join us on Wednesday April 22nd from 6-8PM in the Mezzanine Room to work on your journal/planner using supplies provided by the library. Bring your own notebook/planner, and any supplies you might wish to share with others.
This program is for ages 18+.
This is a free, drop-in style program!
Sip + Stitch Craft Night
Join us on Thursday, April 16 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+.
Wills and Power of Attorneys Information Session
Join us on Tuesday April 28 from 6:30-7:30 PM for an information session on Wills and Power of Attorneys.
Learn about what goes into a Will, some common misconceptions, and some best practices.
Registration is required as space is limited. REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 1ST.
Register online, in person, or 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.**
Moose-t Reads Online Book Club Zoom Meeting
Join us for a virtual meeting of the Moose-t Reads online Book Club on Thursday April 30, 6-7PM via Zoom.
Led by library staff, chat with others and discuss this month's theme and picks.
NBPL's Moose-t Reads Online Book Club
Spice Club
Spice Club is a free monthly kit that comes with a portion of a Spice of the Month and a recipe brochure.
For more information and to see past recipes, click here.
Book Club
The Book Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month in the library boardroom.