Repair Café
Library Mainil RoomDon’t buy new. Fix the old! Repair Café is back! We’re excited to host the Repair Cafe again. Bring your small appliances and other items for free repairs. Volunteers will help you bring new life to your old appliances. In person only. Drop-in; space is limited; first come first served. If you require accessibility accommodations, please email outreach@gibsonslibrary.ca.
Art & Words Reunion Reading
Library Mainil RoomJoin us for a special reunion presentation by local artists and authors from this summer’s 3rd annual Art & Words Festival. The Sunshine Coast Writers’ and Editors’ Society matched artists and authors in a random draw to collaborate and inspire each other, resulting in breathtaking art and literary works. The final pieces were published in […]
Monday Morning Meditation
Library Mainil RoomMondays Using traditional Buddhist Dharma psychology to calm the mind and alleviate suffering, facilitator John Thompson will lead guided Dharma meditations for short and long term solutions, and discuss these modalities. No registration required, drop in to any session. No class on statutory holiday Mondays. If you require accessibility accommodations, please email outreach@gibsonslibrary.ca.
Canceled French Conversation Group
Library Mainil RoomMondays in-person only Do you wish you could practice your French with other friendly French language learners? Join our weekly French Conversation Group! No meetings in February.
Truth & Reconciliation Picture Book Giveaway
In recognition of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation the library is giving away free picture books. Drop by and pick up a picture book to read and reflect at home. One book per family. Books available Tuesday September 24th until supplies last.
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
Stuffie Sleepover
Drop-off: Wednesday September 25th and Thursday September 26th Pick-up: Saturday September 28th Drop off your favourite stuffed animal for overnight fun at the library! Your fluffy friend will sleepover at the library with a pile of new friends and get a behind-the-scenes look at the library. Don't worry, we'll take good care of them and […]
Truth & Reconciliation Picture Book Giveaway
In recognition of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation the library is giving away free picture books. Drop by and pick up a picture book to read and reflect at home. One book per family. Books available Tuesday September 24th until supplies last.
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