Adult Programs and Events
The Adult Department offers a variety of workshops and author readings.
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.
August
Service Canada In Person Clinic
Service Canada In-Person Clinic - August 10, 2026 10:30-3PM in the Mezzanine Room.
Book your time at the main desk to meet with a Service Canada agent to talk about the Canadian Dental Care Plan, Canada Pension Plan, and Old Age Security Benefits programs.
Individual time slots are available to reduce wait times. Please visit the main desk or call 705-474-4830 to reserve your time slot.
Sip + Stitch Craft Night! (August dates)
Sip + Stitch
Join us on the following Thursdays through August for Sip + Stitch from 6-8PM in the Board Room!
August 13
August 27
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.
Book Bingo!
It's time for Book Bingo!
Join us on Tuesday August 18 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.**
Adult Colouring Night
Adults colouring? Absolutely!
Join us on Wednesday August 19 from 6-8PM in the Mezzanine Room (upper level of the library).
Colouring sheets and supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own!
This program is for ages 18+.
Space and supplies are limited.
Registration is encourgaed but not required.
Drop-ins welcome!
Register online, in person, or by calling 705-474-4830.
Movie Matinee at the Library - Labyrinth
Calling all cinema buffs! Join us on Saturday August 22 from 12:30-3PM in the Mezzanine Room for an afternoon showing of the film Labyrinth!
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.You MUST register with your library card number.
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.**
"Shop" and Swap School Supplies
"Shop", swap, and drop off school supplies at the North Bay Public Library on August 29th from 1:00–3:00 pm in the Mezzanine room. Free entry and snacks provided! 🍎🥨
Help support students in our community who are continuing their education and may need an extra boost, or an extra pencil or two!
There’s something for everyone: pencils, paper, backpacks, and more!
Come share, take, and support, set our community up for success this school year 💙📓
Bringing items to swap is not required, but is highly encouraged!
📅 August 29th
⏰ 1:00 - 3:00 pm
📍 Library Mezzanine room.
📝 Registering is not required, drop in!
👧🧒: All school ages.
💵 Cost: Free
👨👩👧 An adult must accompany children 12 and under at all times.