Read to a Dog
Library - Children's AreaCome meet Watson the dog and read him a story! All readers are welcome, whether you're new to reading, experienced, or struggling. Watson is non-judgmental and loves stories and pets. Read for 20 – 60 minutes by signing up for one or more timeslots below. Registration required. For children and youth age 18 and under […]
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Library Mainil RoomWednesdays @ 11:00 – 11:30 am Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. Recommended for children age 0-3 Free, drop-in program. If you require accessibility accommodations, please email progers@gibsonslibrary.ca
Philosophy Café
Library Mainil RoomWhat is the true meaning of "success" in life? What is a “good education”? Join the discussion as we talk about the eternal Big Questions, moderated by a trained philosopher. The moderator's aim is not to find winners and losers in a debate, but to use all viewpoints as clues to the puzzle that, if completed, […]
Take Control of Your Indoor Climate
Have you ever thought of your home as a climate zone? If not, it is time to start. Modern home design stresses energy efficiency, better insulation, and airtightness for more home comfort than ever. Energy Advisors evaluate each component of a home to create an energy model to better plan renovation and new building decisions. […]
Tech Help
Library PodDo you need assistance with : *using your smartphone or e-reader *accessing email *surfing the internet *posting to social media or other basic technology help... Call the library to make a 30 minute appointment. If your technology issue is beyond our scope, we are happy to refer you to other support resources in the community. […]
Family Storytime
Library Mainil RoomThursdays @ 10:30 -11:00 am Join us for songs, bounces, and stories for children age 0-5 and their caregivers. Connect with your child and with families in your community. Free, drop-in program. If you require accessibility accommodations, please email progers@gibsonslibrary.ca
Firefighter Storytime
Library Mainil RoomJoin us for a special FireSmart storytime featuring Ember the FireSmart Fox! Read stories and sing songs with a real fire fighter then take a tour on a real fire truck. Don’t miss out on this special storytime event. If you require accessibility accommodations, please email progers@gibsonslibrary.ca For children and their caregivers. Free, drop-in program.
Welcoming Communities
Library Mainil RoomThursdays Are you a newcomer to Canada? Would you like help getting settled, accessing services, learning skills, making connections in the community, or learning English? Sunshine Coast Welcoming Communities can help! Drop in to any session. For more information, call Olga at 604 – 212- 1938, email welcoming-communities@capilanou.ca, or visit www.welcoming-communities.ca If you require accessibility accommodations, please […]
Meet the Author: Kelly Yang
OnlineJoin us for a live online presentation with award-winning author Kelly Yang. Ms. Yang will share information about her journey to becoming an author, as well as writing tips. Ideal for grades 4-7 This program will be livestreamed to YouTube. Comments will be turned on for the Q&A and moderated by library staff. Watch below […]
Open Games Time
Library Mainil RoomFridays, 1:00 – 3:00 PM Bring a friend and play! Chess, Scrabble, and Bridge, are just a few examples. We provide the space and tables, you bring the friends! We have Scrabble, Chess sets, and playing cards available. Please bring any specific games you’d like to play. Drop-in. No registration required. If you require accessibility accommodations, please […]