All ages
Squamish Stories with Kung Jaadee
In her live storytelling performance, Kung Jaadee will share her telling of Squamish legends popularized by Indigenous activist and poet E. Pauline Johnson’s book, “Legends of Vancouver.” Kung Jaadee (Roberta Kennedy) is a professional storyteller, educator and published author belonging to the X̱aayda (Haida), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) First Nations. Her Haida name, Kung Jaadee, means ‘Moon […]
Scrabble and Chess Drop-in
Come play Scrabble or Chess! Games provided. All ages, drop-in. Last session of the fall; look for it again in winter.
Mid-Autumn Festival
Come celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival at the Library! Lanterns, moon cake tasting, calligraphy, music and dance performances, and more. All ages welcome. Performances start at 1:30. Gu Zheng performance 古筝演奏 Meg (10 yrs) Violin performance 小提琴演奏 Henry (13yrs) Gu Zheng and Cello duo 古筝大提琴协奏 Meg (10yr) & Alina (9yrs) Calligraphy 书法 Mr. Xie 谢老师 Chinese Poetry […]
Meet the Candidates
You are invited to meet informally with the candidates running for election in the Gibsons and District Public Library region: Gibsons Roberts Creek Elphinstone West Howe Sound No presentations– just a chance to speak directly. The candidates that have already won by acclamation will also be there to listen to your concerns. Monday, October 3rd […]
Halloween Block Party
The Lower Gibsons Halloween Block Party is back! The Sunshine Coast Museum & Archives, Arts Building, Gibsons & District Public Library, and Driftwood Players are hosting a family-friendly Halloween Celebration, featuring the new hilarious skit, “A Beetlejuicy Halloween.” Spooky museum tours and readings, First Nations storytelling, lantern garden, ghostly technology, photo booth, music, food and drink – fun for all […]
Guitar Concert – Bradley Wells
Local musician Bradley Wells will treat us to an exquisite hour of Spanish-influenced flamenco and classical guitar music, with some classic rock covers. Born in St. John’s Newfoundland, Bradley grew up between both coasts before settling in Gibsons, BC. At the age of 19 he started teaching himself how to play guitar, and has been […]
Learn to Juggle
Learn the basics of juggling with Common Ground Circus and take part in making your own props. Adults & children welcome. No previous experience necessary. For more information visit www.commongroundcircus.org Fridays, December 2nd, 9th, 16th @ 2:00 – 4:00 pm All ages Drop-in
Singalong Christmas Carols
Come raise some holiday spirit by singing along with traditional and favourite Christmas Carols. Lyrics will be provided, and songs will be led and accompanied on keyboard so we will sound glorious together. Not a performance, just having fun in our own indoor “winter wonderland”. All ages, all heritages, and all voices welcome. Young and old, divas and shower […]
Learn to Juggle
Learn the basics of juggling with Common Ground Circus and take part in making your own props. Adults & children welcome. No previous experience necessary. For more information visit www.commongroundcircus.org Fridays, December 2nd, 9th, 16th @ 2:00 – 4:00 pm All ages Drop-in
Mr. Doug Book Launch
Join us for songs and poems with local musician and author Mr. Doug. Mr. Doug's second children's book A Home for Poems is equal parts humour and heart, reminiscent of classic works from Shel Silverstein and Fred Rogers. A fun and insightful read for both parents and kids alike! Mr. Doug will also be playing […]