Adult Programs and Events
The Adult Department offers a variety of workshops and author readings.
August
Bad Art Night - senior's edition!
Bad Art Night - for seniors!
Sign up to join us on Tuesday August 12 from 6-7:30 PM in the library auditorium. Art supplies and canvases will be provided - all you need to bring is your creativity!
This program is for ages 55+.
Supplies are limited. Everyone wishing to participate must register individually.
Registration is required. Sign up online, in person or over the phone 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.**
An Evening with Giles Blunt
Join us for a very special author event - An Evening with Giles Blunt!
Bestselling Canadian author Giles Blunt will be at the North Bay Public Library on Thursday August 14 at 6PM in the library auditorium to talk about his new book, Bad Juliet and enjoy a Q&A moderated by local author Allister Thompson.
This is a ticketed event for those aged 18+.
Tickets are $10.00 each, and are available at the main circulation desk starting June 21st. Tickets must be purchased in person. Tickets are not holdable and non-refundable.
Be sure to get your ticket so you don't miss out on this exciting event!
Book Bingo!
It's time for Book Bingo!
Join us on Tuesday August 19 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.**
Wills and Power of Attorneys Information Session
Join us on Tuesday August 21 from 6:30-7:30 PM in the Mezzanine Room (upper level of the library) for an information session on wills and power of attorneys with Michelle Lavigne Vezeau of Lavigne Vezeau Law Offices.
Learn about what goes into a will, some common misconceptions, and some best practices.
Registration is required as space is limited.
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.**
Retro Craft Club
Retro Craft Club
Retro Craft Club is a once a month crafting club where we try a craft from the past! Each month will feature a different craft from a different decade. The best part? You’ll receive a crafting merit badge just for attending – no need to finish the craft!
Join us on the last Saturday of the month from 1-3PM in the Mezzanine Room for some retro crafting (and snacks!).
Registration opens August 1st.
August Retro Craft: Decoupage
This free program is for ages 13 and up. All supplies are provided.
Registration is required. Space and supplies is very limited. Register in advance.
Please register in advance online, 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.**
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.