The North Bay Public Library

10/15/2026

Join us on Tuesday October 20 from 6-8PM in the Board Room (lower 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 encouraged but not required.

Drop-ins welcome!

Register online, in person, or by calling 705-474-4830. https://northbaypl.librarycalendar.com/event/adult-colouring-night-9304

** 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.**

10/15/2026

Read, Sing, Play

Join us for a preschool program filled with music, stories, and crafts.

For ages 1-5 years with their parent/caregiver on Thursdays from 10:30 - 11AM in the Children's Storyroom.

This is a free, drop-in style program.

10/15/2026

Join us for a very special author event on Saturday November 7th from 1-3PM! The North Bay Public Library is very pleased to present an afternoon with award winning Canadian author Eden Robinson. She will speak about her forthcoming book The Sorceress of Sky Serpents and her experience as an Indigenous writer in Canada.

This is a ticketed event. Tickets are FREE, but everyone who attends MUST have a ticket. Tickets are only available at the main circulation desk starting October 1, 2026. Tickets will not be held.

Copies of Eden's books will be for sale at the event thanks to Allison the Bookman.

10/14/2026

Join us on Thursday, October 22nd from 6-8PM in the Auditorium for Sip + Stitch!


Bring a new project or a WIP to work on during this drop-in social-gathering style event. 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.

10/14/2026

It's time for Book Bingo!

Join us on Tuesday October 27 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. https://northbaypl.librarycalendar.com/event/program-booking-5853

** 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.**

10/13/2026

Devenez bénévole lecteur ou lectrice à North Bay!
Vous avez 50 ans ou plus et aimez lire en français? Partagez votre plaisir de lire avec des enfants de trois écoles francophones de la région de North Bay. Une formation spécialisée et un accompagnement seront offerts aux personnes bénévoles.
Ce projet intergénérationnel vise à créer des liens significatifs entre les générations, à transmettre l’amour de la lecture et à faire rayonner la francophonie dans la communauté.
Pour en savoir plus ou manifester votre intérêt :
[email protected] | 705 472-9842 | ppeontario.ca/northbay

10/13/2026

There are still spots available! Register at the adult desk while you still can!

Come stitch some creepy hungry plants with us on Thursday Oct. 22nd from 6-8PM in the Mezzanine Room!

Stundew by Noctiflora Designs is an intermediate cross stitch pattern featuring backstitching and beading. Not to worry if you’re new, there will be lots of help available.

This porgram is for ages 16+.

This is a ticketed program - registration is required in person.

Tickets are $10.00/person. Everyone wishing to participate MUST have a ticket. Tickets are non-refundable.

Space is limited. Please register by buying a ticket in advance.

Registration OPENS Oct. 1st!

Please visit the main circulation desk to purchase you ticket and sign up!

10/13/2026

Hello all! Due to the unforeseen unavailability of some of the performers, this event will be rescheduled to a future date. Stay tuned for a new date!

Join us for some Halloween stories at Drag Storytime with Switched On Productions on Saturday October 17th at 1PM in the Mezzanine Room (upper level of the library)!

Performers from Switched On Productions with read a selection of stories all chosen from the library's collection.

All ages are welcome to this Storytime.

This is a free, drop-in style program!

10/13/2026

Anne Bentley will lead a modified fun gentle yoga class, using the chair to assist you with postures, balance, and support. This class is designed for all body types, including people with mobility and physical limitations. Be prepared to feel energized, inspired, and elevated.

What you will need: wear comfortable clothes, a water bottle, and an exercise band or yoga strap with you.

This class will start on Wednesday Oct. 7th and run to Dec. 2nd, 2026 (excludes Nov. 11 for Remembrance Day).

This series of classes will have a different focus every two weeks as follows:

Week 1-2 Proper Breathing

Week 3-4 Mindful Movement

Week 5-6 Lengthen and Strengthen

Week 7-8 Build Balance

Space is limited. Please register in advance. YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS YOU WISH TO ATTEND.

Registration OPENS Sept. 16, 2026.

Register online, in person, or by calling the library at 705-474-4830. https://northbaypl.librarycalendar.com/event/program-booking-8190

If you cannot join in person, you can join us via Zoom using this link

10/13/2026

Make your own DIY Halloween terrarium!

Join us on Tuesday Oct. 13 from 6-7:30PM in the library Auditorium to create your very own Halloween terrarium filled with all kinds of creepy and cute things!

This program is for ages 10+. Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by an adult.

This is a ticketed event. Tickets are $5.00 per person. Everyone wanting to participate MUST register individually and have a ticket. Registration OPENS Sept. 15 at the main circ desk.

Register by visiting the main circ desk.