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.
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
Lego Builders Club
Library Mainil RoomCalling all Lego maniacs! Join us at the library for a theme-based building bonanza. We’ve got tubs of Lego to dive into as you stretch your imagination and meet like-minded kids. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. For ages 4-18 Free, drop-in program. If you require accessibility accommodations, please email progers@gibsonslibrary.ca
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
Write On: Quiet Writing Time
Library Mainil RoomYou’re invited to come Write On for some quiet writing time here at the Library on the third Wednesday of the month. No instruction or critique, just quiet time and space to write. Work on any writing you wish, in the company of your fellow writers. Facilitator: Cathalynn (Cindy) Labonte-Smith Drop in, no registration required. […]
Book Club: Bad Cree
Library Mainil RoomCome join our discussion of Bad Cree, the debut thriller by author Jessica Johns. Tinged with supernatural horror, a millennial Cree woman's dreams lead her on a perilous journey of self-discovery that ultimately forces her to confront the toll of a legacy of violence on her family, her community and the land they call home. […]
Living with Dying Conversations -Those That Are Left Behind
Library Mainil RoomThose That Are Left Behind: Wednesday, Nov 20, 6:30-7:30 pm The Living with Dying Conversation Series is inspired by the video series and documentary produced by Sunshine Coast Hospice which offers an intimate glimpse into the experience of facing a life-limiting illness, caregiving, and grieving a loved one's death. Through honest and tender conversations that […]
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. […]