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Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.

  • Thursday Dec 28, 2023 at 10:30am
    60 minutes

    Let your creativity flow with Pop-up Painters. Transform a blank canvas into a majestic snowy trees painting! Guided tutorial and supplies will be provided. Ages 8-17. Registration is required.

    Please note this is a repeat program that was offered on Saturday December 16.

  • virtual reality play

    Wednesday Jan 03, 2024 at 2:00pm
    90 minutes

    Drop by to play some of the many games on our Oculus Rift system! Explore mountains or deep seas, ride roller coasters, soar as an eagle, challenge your agility with Beat Saber or Fruit Ninja, defend your castle as an archer or your spaceship with a laser, and many more! 

    All games are single-player with English dialogue/text.

    Safety tip: to prevent falls, wear closed flat shoes, not flip-flops or heels

    Ages: 10 to Adult (headset may be too large to fit smaller players)

  • Mario

    Tuesdays, Jan 09, 2024 - Mar 05, 2024
    3:00pm
    60 minutes

    9 sessions remaining

    Drop-in to play video games on our PS4 and WiiU. For ages 13-18. Drop-in. 

  • Tuesdays, Jan 09, 2024 - Jun 11, 2024
    5:30pm
    150 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Bring your friends & family in for exciting card & board games! We have many to choose from including Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, King of Tokyo, Dutch Blitz, Bananagrams, Trivial Pursuit, Scrabble, Chess, & more! You are also welcome to bring your own games. 

    Second Tuesday evening of each month

    Drop-in

  • Tuesdays, Jan 09, 2024 - Jun 11, 2024
    7:00pm
    60 minutes

    23 sessions remaining

    Practice English and meet new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment. 

    Margaret is an accredited teacher of English as a Second Language with more than 8 years experience in teaching adults who are new to Canada. Margaret endeavours to assist English learners strengthen their language skills through engaging conversations and discussions of some of the practical and cultural intricacies of living in Canada. 

  • Wednesday Jan 10, 2024 at 3:30pm
    120 minutes

    Quack... quack... quack... QUACK! 

    GOLDBERG!

    Ducks never say die!

    Join us for a free screening of The Mighty Ducks, the movie that launched an NHL franchise and Joshua Jackson's career! Come for the popcorn, stay for the amazing quotes. 

  • Banner reading "Job Search Workshop" on top of a photo of people waiting to be interviewed.

    Thursday Jan 11, 2024 at 3:00pm
    120 minutes

    Looking to start in a new position, apply for your first job, or jump back into the workplace? The Community Employment Resource Centre (CERC) is here to offer you tips, tricks, and get you started on your job search. Join us for an informative afternoon with a presenter from CERC that will have you one step closer to finding your dream job

  • Mondays, Jan 15, 2024 - Jan 30, 2024
    3:00pm
    120 minutes

    11 sessions remaining

    Teens! Are you looking for a quiet study space during exams? We have you covered! We have reserved our meeting room as an extra quiet study space just for teens (although you are always welcome to study at the library anytime during opening hours).

    Les ados! Cherchez-vous un espace d'étude silencieux pendant les examens? Nous avons ce qu’il vous faut! Nous avons réservé notre salle de réunion en tant qu'espace d'étude particulièrement silencieux pour les ados (bien que vous êtes toujours le bienvenu à la bibliothèque à tout moment pendant les heures d'ouverture).

  • Monday Jan 22, 2024 at 7:30pm
    60 minutes

    Calling all trivia fans, game show enthusiasts, and people who know a lot of random facts! Join us for a trivia night at the Beaverbrook Branch where you'll tackle questions from a wide range of categories (not just about books!) to win a prize and the respect of the trivia community. Enjoy a fun atmosphere, good music, questions for teens and older adults alike, and refreshments!

  • Wednesday Feb 07, 2024 at 3:30pm
    120 minutes

    Do you ever feel like a flamingo in a flock of pigeons? Do you dream of escaping to the big city and living your dreams? Do you enjoy cheesy but ultimately sweet and fun movies? If so, Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen is the movie for you!

    Popcorn will be provided!