Book Club
The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness & Healing in a Toxic Culture by Gabor Maté with Daniel Maté What is 'normal' when it comes to health? Chronic mental and physical illnesses are on the rise, yet health systems neglect the role that trauma exerts on our bodies and minds. Come discuss the latest nonfiction book by […]
Income Tax Help
It’s a free service for eligible clients. Income limits: Individual $40,000; Family $50,000 for two, plus $2,500 for each additional dependent. Couples must provide complete tax information for both spouses. The program does not serve clients with employment expenses, self-employment income, rental property income, or capital gains. Interest income must be less than $1000. Registration is required […]
Pelvic Floor Health
Bring your questions to this interactive discussion! With local panelists: Dr. Rayna Sivakova, Physician Amanda Reid, Midwife Maryla Podgajny, Pelvic Physiotherapist Melanie Graversen, Fitness Trainer When pelvic floor health is compromised, the internal organs are no longer fully supported and you may not be able to control urine, faeces or wind. Common causes of pelvic […]
Elin Jonsson Art Opening and Discussion
Local artist Elin Jonsson discusses how being a Highly Sensitive Person has affected her life, how she uses it in her art, and how emotional sensitivity can be a superpower. Her art will be on display at the Library through the month of May. Drop in, no registration. In person and live on Zoom.
Legal Aid and Info Drop In
Mondays, 12-2 pm. No sessions in July or Aug Have questions about how to get free legal advice, connect to legal information, and apply for free legal representation? Drop in to the Sunshine Coast Resource Centre's free Legal Aid & Information program. While our staff cannot provide legal advice, we can connect you to many […]
Knitting a Community
Library Mainil RoomDo you enjoy knitting and/or crocheting with others, and making useful items from donated yarn for local charities? Drop in to our weekly knitting group on Tuesday mornings. Knitters from beginners to experts are welcome. Host: Lynne Dyment Limited to 12 in-person participants, first-come first served. If you require accessibility accommodations, please email outreach@gibsonslibrary.ca.
Japanese Conversation
OnlineJapanese Conversation Group Are you curious about the Japanese language and culture? Join our weekly Japanese Conversation Group on Zoom. We meet every Tuesday from 1pm–2pm. All levels welcomed. Join us on Zoom here. Meeting ID: 938 2661 0670 Passcode: 705017
Bouncing Babies
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. Recommended for newborns to 18 months. Bouncing Babies is taking a break for the summer with the last program being June 14th. A special summer session for babies and toddlers will be held on July 12th at 10:30 am.
Open Microphone Night
First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 – 7:30 PM Calling all readers, performers, and writers! Join us to share your own original material, or your favourite work by someone else: novels, stories, poems, songs, plays, memoirs, creative nonfiction, etc. Come enjoy reading, performing, or just listening. Five minutes maximum per person, please. Teens, adults, and performers at all levels […]