Dungeons & Dragons (Wednesdays)
Library - Main AreaNew campaign for April! April 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th @ 6:00 – 7:30 pm Immerse yourself in a 4 week long D&D game campaign. Humans, elves, and wizards welcome! Registration is for a four week campaign that runs for the month. For ages 9-18 Registration required
Group Poetry Reading: Poets Abounding!
Library Mainil RoomCelebrate National Poetry Month's “Weather ” theme with original interpretations by local poets: Fran Bourassa, Jane Covernton, Monica Davis, Jon Eriksson, Atma Frans, Maggie Guzzi & David Phillips, Heidi Greco, Ross Harry, Rosella Leslie, Catherine McNeil, Anne Miles, Rosa Reid, Edith & Sheila Weaver. Free but in-person space is limited; register below. Also accessible live […]
Family Storytime Puppet Show
Library Mainil RoomA special family storytime with puppets! Come listen to a story, enjoy a puppet show, and take home a simple craft with children and families in your community. Recommended for children age 0-5 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 […]
Word Whips—Creative Writing Workshops with Fran Bourassa
Library Mainil RoomMonthly on Thursdays, 3:00-5:00 pm Jan 18, Feb 29, Mar 21, Apr 18, May 16, June 20 Calling all poets, writers, and would-be writers of all ages and experience levels! Bypass your inner “editor” to find your authentic voice. Practice “free writing” short pieces from “word whip” prompts, that elicit memories, emotions, and powerful ideas […]
Free Income Tax Clinics for Eligible Clients
Library Mainil RoomFridays 10:00 am - 4:00 pm by appointment March 1 through April 26 (no appointments Mar 29) Are you eligible for a free 30 minute income tax help appointment? Eligible income limits: Individual up to $45,000; Family up to $55,000 per couple, plus $2,500 for each additional dependent. Couples must provide complete tax information for both […]
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. […]
The Myrtle Sisters: Same Same Different
Library - Main AreaThe Myrtle Sisters present Same Same Different a three part harmony, tap and swing dance spectacle about self-expression and celebrating differences. Through original and historic live music and dance, The Myrtle Sisters embrace their individuality and learn to work together. Expect plenty of charm, shenanigans, surprises and mishaps in this outrageously fun and insightful experience. […]
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.
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 on statutory holidays when the library is closed.