Teen Programs

The North Bay Public Library offers a number of programs and events for those aged 13 - 17 including our Teen Advisory Group and Teen Summer Book Club.

Please check our Event Calendar for our most up-to-date programming.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

Our Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is a volunteer opportunity for teens who use the library. By joining this group, teens earn volunteer hours by helping to develop the library's collection (both physical and digital), help plan programs, and give input on library space.

Next meeting: Thursday November 26, 6-7PM in the Board Room (lower level of the library)

This will be an in person meeting. Meet and chat with others and help make your library better!

November

Holiday Card Making for Seniors

⚠️❗ This Program is specifically for making cards for seniors in North Bay; all cards will be given to the care homes in North Bay!

THERE IS ANOTHER CARD-MAKING SESSION ON NOVEMBER 24!⚠️❗

⚠️ 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.⚠️

Join us for a cozy evening of creativity in the library auditorium on Wednesday, November 10, from 6:00–7:30 pm.

For the past few years, the North Bay Public Library has hosted a Holiday Card for Seniors program. In this initiative, we collect handmade cards from the community and deliver them to care homes in December. This year, we are excited to announce that we will also hold a card-making session for anyone who would like to create cards for seniors.

We will provide a variety of supplies, including cardstock, decorative paper, stamps, stickers, markers, and more, to help you design unique and heartfelt holiday cards. No experience is required! Just bring your creativity and holiday spirit!

Come craft with us and add a personal touch for the seniors of North Bay!

🗓 Event Details

📅 Date: November 10
⏰ Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
📍 Location: Library Auditorium
👦👧 Ages: All Ages

🎉 Additional Info

💵 Cost: This is a free event,
✨ We'll provide all the supplies and tools you need, and guidance and examples on how to decorate
🎁 Quantities are limited, so be sure to register in advance to reserve your spot.
⚠️ Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

📝 How to Register

📍 Sign up online, in person at the Library, or by calling 705-474-4830.
🎟️ Ticket names must match on the day of the event.
❗ Can't make it after registering? Please cancel your spot online or by phone so someone else can attend.

Christmas Decor Swap!

Are you looking to refresh your indoor Christmas decorations this holiday season? We invite you to participate in a festive decoration swap event!

Join us on Saturday, November 14, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the library auditorium, where you can either swap or donate your gently used Christmas decorations.

This is a great opportunity to declutter your space while also finding new treasures for your home!

Here's how it works: 🎄🔔

Please bring your decorations in good, reusable condition, neatly organized in bags or containers. We kindly ask that all items be suitable for indoor use and ready to find a new home.

For every five items you bring, you will receive up to five tickets. These tickets will allow you to browse and select new decor items from those brought in by fellow participants.

It's a fun and eco-friendly way to refresh your holiday cheer! To make the event even more enjoyable, we will provide a variety of snacks and refreshments for everyone to enjoy while they swap and mingle.

Mark your calendars and join us for an afternoon of festive fun and community spirit! We look forward to seeing you there!

Book Bingo!

It's time for Book Bingo!

Join us on Tuesday November 17 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.

** 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.**

Button Making Drop In

Drop in to the Mezzanine Room between 6-8PM on November 19th to make pin-back buttons with our button maker!

This program is for ages 6 and up! (Yes, grownups too!) Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by an adult.

All supplies provided! Just bring your creativity! Each person can make up to three buttons.

This is a free, drop-in style event!

Holiday Card Making

Get into the festive spirit and make your season a little more special with handmade holiday cards! Whether you're crafting for family, friends, or just for fun, join us for a cozy evening of creativity in the library auditorium on Tuesday, November 24, from 6:00–7:30 pm.

We'll provide a variety of supplies, including cardstock, decorative paper, stamps, stickers, markers, and more, to help you design unique and heartfelt holiday cards. No experience needed! Just bring your imagination and holiday cheer!

Come craft with us and add a personal touch to your holiday season!