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New Year Closure
New Year Closure
The library will be closed on Sunday, January 1st and Monday, January 2nd for New Year's holiday. We will re-open on Tuesday, January 3rd. Happy New Year!
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New Year Closure
New Year Closure
The library will be closed on Sunday, January 1st and Monday, January 2nd for New Year's holiday. We will re-open on Tuesday, January 3rd. Happy New Year!
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room. Toddlers and preschoolers and family members come discover the energy of words and pictures. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.
Knit Night
Knit Night
Join fellow knitting enthusiasts in the Friends of the Library Lounge for a drop-in knit night.
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room. Toddlers and preschoolers and family members come discover the energy of words and pictures. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.
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Write On
Write On
Write On is a fun, creative, and informal online space for writers. Participating writers will receive creativity-sparking prompts each week, and we will write for 20-25 minutes followed by discussion and time to share and celebrate writing. Write On meets virtually on Fridays from 2-3 pm. Registrants will receive a link by email each week for […]
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Quality of Life in Retirement
Quality of Life in Retirement
Join financial advisor Ian Currie for an insightful presentation on the four essential pillars of the new retirement that studies have shown impact quality of life. To Register mmerlino@prpl.ca
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room. Toddlers and preschoolers and family members come discover the energy of words and pictures. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.
Knit Night
Knit Night
Join fellow knitting enthusiasts in the Friends of the Library Lounge for a drop-in knit night.
1 event,
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room. Toddlers and preschoolers and family members come discover the energy of words and pictures. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.
2 events,
Write On
Write On
Write On is a fun, creative, and informal online space for writers. Participating writers will receive creativity-sparking prompts each week, and we will write for 20-25 minutes followed by discussion and time to share and celebrate writing. Write On meets virtually on Fridays from 2-3 pm. Registrants will receive a link by email each week for […]
Fun and fitness with your cell phone
Fun and fitness with your cell phone
Local outdoor fitness enthusiast Ean Jackson will present five free mobile apps that help you track your outdoor activities from walking and jogging to hiking and biking. For information contact Mark at mmerlino@prpl.ca
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Library Board Meeting
Library Board Meeting
Library Board Meetings are held at 4:00 pm on the second Monday of the month unless there is a holiday. Members of the public may request access to the meetings by emailing Chief Librarian, Rebecca Burbank, rburbank@prpl.ca.
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room. Toddlers and preschoolers and family members come discover the energy of words and pictures. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.
Knit Night
Knit Night
Join fellow knitting enthusiasts in the Friends of the Library Lounge for a drop-in knit night.
2 events,
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room. Toddlers and preschoolers and family members come discover the energy of words and pictures. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.
Poetry Circle
Poetry Circle
A shared creative space for poetry with Amira Abouelalla. A place for listening, connecting, and being inspired...and of course, POETRY! First Credit Union Community Room Every other week on Thursdays, 4:30-6:00 pm. Drop-in.
2 events,
Write On
Write On
Write On is a fun, creative, and informal online space for writers. Participating writers will receive creativity-sparking prompts each week, and we will write for 20-25 minutes followed by discussion and time to share and celebrate writing. Write On meets virtually on Fridays from 2-3 pm. Registrants will receive a link by email each week for […]
Write On
Write On
Get creative and share writing in a fun and informal group. Explore nonfiction, fiction or poetry. Writers will receive a writing prompt and will write for 20 minutes followed by discussion and time to share writing. A virtual event – weblink will be provided when you register. To register complete our ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM or contact […]
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My Magical Experiences as a Small Town Boy
My Magical Experiences as a Small Town Boy
Colin Eckstrand will share his entertaining and insightful new memoir about his life as a young athletic kid growing up in Powell River. For information contact Mark at mmerlino@prpl.ca
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Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Families with readers aged 9 and up, launch your reading to new heights during Family Literacy Week (January 22 to 29) with recommendations just for you. Fill out one online form for each young reader in your family and receive a custom tailored package (via email or library pickup) of reading commendations and resources. […]
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Did you welcome a soon-to-be reader into your household in 2022? If you did, come to the library service desk anytime during Family Literacy Week (January 22-29) and pick up a bag of first books for your baby courtesy of us!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Families with readers aged 9 and up, launch your reading to new heights during Family Literacy Week (January 22 to 29) with recommendations just for you. Fill out one online form for each young reader in your family and receive a custom tailored package (via email or library pickup) of reading commendations and resources. […]
3 events,
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Did you welcome a soon-to-be reader into your household in 2022? If you did, come to the library service desk anytime during Family Literacy Week (January 22-29) and pick up a bag of first books for your baby courtesy of us!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Families with readers aged 9 and up, launch your reading to new heights during Family Literacy Week (January 22 to 29) with recommendations just for you. Fill out one online form for each young reader in your family and receive a custom tailored package (via email or library pickup) of reading commendations and resources. […]
Friends of the Library Book Drive
Friends of the Library Book Drive
The Friends of the Library hold a Book Drive on the fourth Monday of every month from 3-5 pm at the Library to collect book donations from the community. These books are sold to raise funds for library services and initiatives. Please only bring books in good condition, and no textbooks. Thank you.
3 events,
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Did you welcome a soon-to-be reader into your household in 2022? If you did, come to the library service desk anytime during Family Literacy Week (January 22-29) and pick up a bag of first books for your baby courtesy of us!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Families with readers aged 9 and up, launch your reading to new heights during Family Literacy Week (January 22 to 29) with recommendations just for you. Fill out one online form for each young reader in your family and receive a custom tailored package (via email or library pickup) of reading commendations and resources. […]
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Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Did you welcome a soon-to-be reader into your household in 2022? If you did, come to the library service desk anytime during Family Literacy Week (January 22-29) and pick up a bag of first books for your baby courtesy of us!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Families with readers aged 9 and up, launch your reading to new heights during Family Literacy Week (January 22 to 29) with recommendations just for you. Fill out one online form for each young reader in your family and receive a custom tailored package (via email or library pickup) of reading commendations and resources. […]
Book the Stage: Community Storytime with special guest Isabelle Southcott
Book the Stage: Community Storytime with special guest Isabelle Southcott
Preschool storytime opens the story seat up to YOU on the last Wednesday of the month. This month, we welcome special guest Isabelle Southcott who will read from her book "Toller Tales: Jigs and Zunga Take a Trip!" followed by more stories, songs, and rhymes featuring dogs. Do you want to bring a favourite […]
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room. Toddlers and preschoolers and family members come discover the energy of words and pictures. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.
4 events,
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Did you welcome a soon-to-be reader into your household in 2022? If you did, come to the library service desk anytime during Family Literacy Week (January 22-29) and pick up a bag of first books for your baby courtesy of us!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Families with readers aged 9 and up, launch your reading to new heights during Family Literacy Week (January 22 to 29) with recommendations just for you. Fill out one online form for each young reader in your family and receive a custom tailored package (via email or library pickup) of reading commendations and resources. […]
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room. Toddlers and preschoolers and family members come discover the energy of words and pictures. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.
Print-a-Baby for Family Literacy Week
Print-a-Baby for Family Literacy Week
Using non-toxic inks on quality papers, replicate small hands and feet for your wee one's scrapbook. Take home some early literacy resources along with your prints. Coffee, tea, and treats provided.
4 events,
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Families with readers aged 9 and up, launch your reading to new heights during Family Literacy Week (January 22 to 29) with recommendations just for you. Fill out one online form for each young reader in your family and receive a custom tailored package (via email or library pickup) of reading commendations and resources. […]
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Did you welcome a soon-to-be reader into your household in 2022? If you did, come to the library service desk anytime during Family Literacy Week (January 22-29) and pick up a bag of first books for your baby courtesy of us!
Write On
Write On
Write On is a fun, creative, and informal online space for writers. Participating writers will receive creativity-sparking prompts each week, and we will write for 20-25 minutes followed by discussion and time to share and celebrate writing. Write On meets virtually on Fridays from 2-3 pm. Registrants will receive a link by email each week for […]
Story Forts & Read to Dogs for Family Literacy Day
Story Forts & Read to Dogs for Family Literacy Day
Caregivers and kids work together to build a fort! Throw a blanket on top, crawl inside and get cozy with a book. Keep your eyes open for a cameo from some of the library's furry, four-legged friends!
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Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Did you welcome a soon-to-be reader into your household in 2022? If you did, come to the library service desk anytime during Family Literacy Week (January 22-29) and pick up a bag of first books for your baby courtesy of us!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Families with readers aged 9 and up, launch your reading to new heights during Family Literacy Week (January 22 to 29) with recommendations just for you. Fill out one online form for each young reader in your family and receive a custom tailored package (via email or library pickup) of reading commendations and resources. […]
Mélange à Collage with local punk band Loose Tights
Mélange à Collage with local punk band Loose Tights
Saturday, January 28th, 2:00 pm, join local punk band Loose Tights and collage on the theme of courage. About Loose Tights Rising from the ashes of the Abbie Hoffman Society and the Women's Punk Rock Choir, it's the phoenix known as Loose Tights! The band is fueled by the courage to stand up and try […]
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Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Books for Babies for Family Literacy Week
Did you welcome a soon-to-be reader into your household in 2022? If you did, come to the library service desk anytime during Family Literacy Week (January 22-29) and pick up a bag of first books for your baby courtesy of us!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Family Literacy Week: NEXT READS ROCKET!
Families with readers aged 9 and up, launch your reading to new heights during Family Literacy Week (January 22 to 29) with recommendations just for you. Fill out one online form for each young reader in your family and receive a custom tailored package (via email or library pickup) of reading commendations and resources. […]
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading […]
Knit Night
Knit Night
Join fellow knitting enthusiasts in the Friends of the Library Lounge for a drop-in knit night.
2 events,
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading […]
Poetry Circle
Poetry Circle
A shared creative space for poetry with Amira Abouelalla. A place for listening, connecting, and being inspired...and of course, POETRY! First Credit Union Community Room Every other week on Thursdays, […]
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Learn about Psilocybin Mushrooms
Learn about Psilocybin Mushrooms
Local herbalist, author and Ayruveda practitioner Todd Caldecott will share his knowledge and experience with this group of fungi commonly known as magic mushrooms. Saturday February 4, 1:30pm at the […]
Crafternoons at PRPL
Crafternoons at PRPL
All ages are invited to drop in & join a CASUAL CRAFTERNOON with Jenny Allen Taves. Over the course of these ongoing crafternoons, Jenny will guide you in a variety of art and craft projects. You’ll get to play with paper, mark making, collage, and maybe even stamp carving, bookbinding, paper folding, and pop-up design! […]
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