Programs
June 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!
June
P.D. Day LEGO Day!
🧱✨ LEGO DAY – A Day of Creativity and Fun! ✨🧱
Calling all young builders and aspiring architects! The North Bay Public Library is thrilled to invite children aged 5 to 12 to a spectacular LEGO Building Day in our auditorium! 🏗️🎉
On June 5th, bring your imagination to life as we dive into a world of colourful bricks, endless possibilities, and creative fun! Build anything you can dream up—whether it's a towering skyscraper, a race car, or a magical castle. The sky's the limit!
🕑Date: June 5th
🕑 When: 11:00 - 12:30 pm
📍 Where: Auditorium
💵 Cost: FREE
👦👧 Ages: 5 – 12 (Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times)
Build, create, and have a blast at this LEGO-filled adventure! We can't wait to see what you come up with.
Ocean Week Movies!
"Follow an Alaskan professor as he raises and studies an octopus in his home, making discoveries about its extraordinary intelligence, personality and skills. Octopuses are able to recognize faces and interact with other individuals."
📅 June 5th
⏰ 3:00pm (53min film)
📍 Library Auditorium
📝 Registering required, you MUST HAVE A LIBRARY CARD
👧🧒: All ages. The film is rated PG
💵 Cost: Free/ You must have a library card
👨👩👧 An adult must accompany children 12 and under at all times.
"Explore the paradise in Australia that is home to a large diversity of species including turtles, colorful fish and coral reefs. Accompany underwater cinematographers on their journey through this miracle of nature."
📅 June 6th
⏰ 1:00pm (53min film)
📍 Library Auditorium
📝 Registering required, you MUST HAVE A LIBRARY CARD
👧🧒: All ages. The film is rated TV-G
💵 Cost: Free/ You must have a library card
👨👩👧 An adult must accompany children 12 and under at all times.
Drag Storytime - PRIDE Edition!
Drag Storytime - PRIDE Edition!
Join us for a very special PRIDE edition of Drag Storytime with Switched On Prodctions on Saturday June 13 at 1PM in the library Auditorium!
Performers from Switched On Productions with read a selection of stories celebrating Pride and inclusivity, all chosen from the library's collection.
All ages are welcome to this storytime.
This is a free, drop-in style program!
Father's Day Card Making!
⚠️ Please note that if you are registering for a child and you are accompanying them/participating in making a craft, you must also register a spot for yourself.
Please also note that each person that is attending MUST have their own separate registration, we need a name for each person. Having a guardian registered and then adding in a note that they are bringing extra children is not an acceptable registration for each child. Spaces are limited due to fire codes, exact numbers are required. The only exception is for an infant that would be in a carrier.⚠️
🧔💙 Father's Day Card Making 💙🧔
Celebrate the dads, grandfathers, and special father figures in your life with a handmade card made from the heart! Join us on June 16th, from 6:00-7:30 pm in the Auditorium for a fun, relaxed, and creative crafting program for all ages.
Participants will explore a wide variety of craft supplies, including cardstock, decorative paper, stamps, stickers, markers, and more, to design unique Father's Day cards 🎨✂️ Whether you're going for funny, sporty, classic, or heartfelt, there will be plenty of materials to help bring your ideas to life.
💙 This program is a great way to get creative and show appreciation with a thoughtful, handmade gift dads will love.
✨ No crafting experience is needed—friendly staff will be available to offer help and inspiration.
✨ All ages are welcome! Please note: An adult must accompany children 12 and under.
🎁 This is a free event, and all supplies are provided, but quantities are limited, so be sure to register in advance to reserve your spot.
📍 Location: Library Auditorium
📅 How to register: Sign up online, in person at the library, or by calling 705-474-4830.
Can't make it after registering? Please cancel your spot online or by phone so someone else can attend.
Rainbow Craft Day!
⚠️ Please note that if you are registering for a child and you are accompanying them/participating in making a craft, you must also register a spot for yourself.
Please also note that each person that is attending MUST have their own separate registration, we need a name for each person. Having a guardian registered and then adding in a note that they are bringing extra children is not an acceptable registration for each child. Spaces are limited due to fire codes, exact numbers are required. The only exception is for an infant that would be in a carrier.⚠️
🌈 Celebrate Pride with creativity and colour! Join us for a fun and welcoming Rainbow Craft Session, where you can make Pride-themed crafts for yourself or a loved one. We’ll have a variety of craft options available, including Pride buttons and more! 🏳️🌈💖
The crafts will be:
- Rainbow Heart Wands
- Rainbow Wind Dancers
- Air dry Clay Hearts
- Pride Buttons
- Beaded Pride Keychains
- Mini Sensory Sticks
📅 Date: June 20
⏰ Time: 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Location: Library Auditorium
✨ No crafting experience needed—our friendly staff will be on hand to offer help and inspiration!
👨👩👧 All ages are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
🎁 This is a free event! All supplies are provided, but quantities are limited, so registration is required to reserve your spot.
📝 How to register:
• Sign up online
• Register in person at the library
• Call 705-474-4830
Come craft, create, and celebrate Pride with us! 🌈🎉
Book Bingo!
It's time for Book Bingo!
Join us on Tuesday June 23 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.**
Board Game Day with North Bay Games & Hobbies
The North Bay Public Library and North Bay Games and Hobbies are partnering to bring you Family Board Game Day!
- Family Friendly - open to ages 8+
- All Skills Welcome
Come Play!
Fast, fun 15-minute games curated by us and sponsored by North Bay Games and Hobbies. Try lots of games, meet new people, and enjoy a playful afternoon. Rules can be adapted for younger players. Fun comes first!
Why Join Us
- Competitive and cooperative games
- Easy, quick, and beginner-friendly
- Make new friends
- Create meaningful family moments
Registration is required as space is limited.
Please register in advance.
Register online, in person, or by calling 705-474-4830.