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Discovery Club

2025-09-24 15:30:00 2025-09-24 17:00:00 America/New_York Discovery Club Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, coding activities, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up. Waverley Library - Auditorium

Wednesday, September 24
3:30pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-24 15:30:00 2025-09-24 17:00:00 America/New_York Discovery Club Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, coding activities, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up. Waverley Library - Auditorium

Waverley Library

Auditorium

Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, coding activities, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Drop-in |

Waverley Library

comments@tbpl.ca
Phone: 807-345-8275

Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:30AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Aug 25 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 30 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 31 Closed

About the branch

Located in Thunder Bay’s north core, Waverley Library offers drop-in and registered programs for all ages, as well as a large collection. 

Upcoming Events

Sat, Aug 30, All day
Available at all branches
Unsure of what to read next? Register for the Monthly Book Bag and a specially selected bag of books will be waiting for you to pick up. Choose your genre and location, and we'll do the rest. If no genre is noted we will surprise you!

Sat, Aug 30, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Need a break from the heat? Visit our air conditioned buildings for independent, self-guided free play with our toys and activities! Play is the work of childhood and helps kids develop many skills and literacies.

Sat, Aug 30, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium Back
Need a break from the heat? Visit our air conditioned buildings for independent, self-guided free play with our toys and activities! Play is the work of childhood and helps kids develop many skills and literacies.

Sat, Aug 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Waverley Library
An easy-going, non-structured meet up for kids and parents who want to support one another navigating modern technology.

Tue, Sep 02, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Wed, Sep 03, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
County Park Library - Children's area
Drop in for literacy-focused fun the whole family can enjoy! Children, parents, and caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play and socialization time. All ages welcome.

Thu, Sep 04, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Thu, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
County Park Library - Outreach Table
Drop in and relax while you create beaded trinkets, necklaces, keychains, and more!

Fri, Sep 05, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Fri, Sep 05, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Smash robots, play virtual soccer, or try one of the other games on the interactive projector. Get moving with physically engaging games that encourage hand-eye coordination, gross motor skill development, and socialization in one fun activity!

Sat, Sep 06, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Need a break from the heat or cold? Visit our air conditioned and heated buildings for independent, self-guided free play with our toys and activities! Play is the work of childhood and helps kids develop many skills and literacies.

Sun, Sep 07, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Sun, Sep 07, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Smash robots, play virtual soccer, or try one of the other games on the interactive projector. Get moving with physically engaging games that encourage hand-eye coordination, gross motor skill development, and socialization in one fun activity!

Mon, Sep 08, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Mon, Sep 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
County Park Library - Children's area
Drop in for fingerplays, bounces, stories, and songs followed by playtime and socializing with other parents and caregivers! Best for babies from birth through twelve months who are cuddling and crawling.

Tue, Sep 09, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Tue, Sep 09, 9:30am - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black
Smash robots, play virtual soccer, or try one of the other games on the interactive projector. Get moving with physically engaging games that encourage hand-eye coordination, gross motor skill development, and socialization in one fun activity!

Cancelled
Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary JL Black
Drop in for literacy-focused fun the whole family can enjoy! Children, parents, and caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play and socialization time. All ages welcome.

Wed, Sep 10, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
County Park Library - Children's area
Drop in for literacy-focused fun the whole family can enjoy! Children, parents, and caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play and socialization time. All ages welcome.

Wed, Sep 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
New to iPhone and want to master the basics? This five-week course will help you feel confident with the technology in no time! This class is for Apple iPhone users only (no Android, no iPad). (Ages 18+) Registration required.
This event is full

Cancelled
Wed, Sep 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Mary JL Black
Drop in for fingerplays, bounces, stories, and songs followed by playtime and socializing with other parents and caregivers! Best for babies from birth through twelve months who are cuddling and crawling.

Wed, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, coding activities, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Thu, Sep 11, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Come socialize at our relaxed, welcoming Seniors' Coffee Chat in partnership with Age Friendly Thunder Bay. Meet new people, engage in crafts and activities, and learn about resources in the community. Refreshments are provided.

Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Drop in and make a footprint or handprint craft with your baby! Stay for stories, songs, lap rhymes, and social time with other parents and caregivers. For babies 0-12 months.

Thu, Sep 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Brodie Library - Study Room
Connect with resources for mental health, addictions and housing.

Thu, Sep 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Drop-in. For new and experienced knitters aged 55+, you are welcome to join the Wit Knits. We gather weekly to knit (and crochet). Share stories and laughs with fellow group members while you work.

Thu, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
County Park Library - Outreach Table
Drop in and relax while you create beaded trinkets, necklaces, keychains, and more!

Thu, Sep 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Meetings begin at 5:15 pm. Please note these dates or locations may change. Contact 807-684-6803 if you would like confirmation of dates and locations.

Thu, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waverley Library - IKC
Join us in making orange medicine pouches to honour Residential School survivors, their families, and their communities. All supplies are provided so register today!

Fri, Sep 12, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Fri, Sep 12, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Smash robots, play virtual soccer, or try one of the other games on the interactive projector. Get moving with physically engaging games that encourage hand-eye coordination, gross motor skill development, and socialization in one fun activity!

Fri, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Brodie Library - IKC
Join us in making orange medicine pouches to honour Residential School survivors, their families, and their communities. All supplies are provided

Sat, Sep 13, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Make a fun and interactive cheese-chomping game where your face is the controller! We’ll use Scratch Lab (block-based coding) and face-tracking AI to bring your game to life. No experience needed! Presented by program partner Tecky Brains Canada.
Registration opens Saturday, August 30 2025 at 9:30am

Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Need a break from the heat or cold? Visit our air conditioned and heated buildings for independent, self-guided free play with our toys and activities! Play is the work of childhood and helps kids develop many skills and literacies.

Sat, Sep 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for an all-ages, family-friendly storytime and crafting session of wonder and whimsy with Mz Molly and Friendz!

Sat, Sep 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Join us for a free screening of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009, rated G). We’ll bring the popcorn!

Sun, Sep 14, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Sun, Sep 14, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Smash robots, play virtual soccer, or try one of the other games on the interactive projector. Get moving with physically engaging games that encourage hand-eye coordination, gross motor skill development, and socialization in one fun activity!

Mon, Sep 15, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Mon, Sep 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
County Park Library - Children's area
Drop in for fingerplays, bounces, stories, and songs followed by playtime and socializing with other parents and caregivers! Best for babies from birth through twelve months who are cuddling and crawling.

Tue, Sep 16, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black
Smash robots, play virtual soccer, or try one of the other games on the interactive projector. Get moving with physically engaging games that encourage hand-eye coordination, gross motor skill development, and socialization in one fun activity!

Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary JL Black
Drop in for literacy-focused fun the whole family can enjoy! Children, parents, and caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play and socialization time. All ages welcome.

Wed, Sep 17, All day
Available at all branches
Available on the third Wednesday of the month at all Library branches, Spice Club packages contain a spice sample and an information brochure with recipes and book recommendations! Pick up is first-come, first-served with a limit of one per person.

Wed, Sep 17, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
County Park Library - Children's area
Drop in for literacy-focused fun the whole family can enjoy! Children, parents, and caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play and socialization time. All ages welcome.

Wed, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
New to iPhone and want to master the basics? This five-week course will help you feel confident with the technology in no time! This class is for Apple iPhone users only (no Android, no iPad). (Ages 18+) Registration required.
This event is full

Wed, Sep 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Drop in for fingerplays, bounces, stories, and songs followed by playtime and socializing with other parents and caregivers! Best for babies from birth through twelve months who are cuddling and crawling.

Wed, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, coding activities, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Thu, Sep 18, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Thu, Sep 18, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Drop-in. For new and experienced knitters aged 55+, you are welcome to join the Wit Knits. We gather weekly to knit (and crochet). Share stories and laughs with fellow group members while you work.

Thu, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
County Park Library - Outreach Table
Drop in and relax while you create beaded trinkets, necklaces, keychains, and more!

Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Wanting to become more involved in your community? Or looking for volunteer opportunities to complete your community service hours needed for school? Come to TBPL and help young readers build confidence in their literacy skills.

Fri, Sep 19, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Smash robots, play virtual soccer, or try one of the other games on the interactive projector. Get moving with physically engaging games that encourage hand-eye coordination, gross motor skill development, and socialization in one fun activity!

Sat, Sep 20, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Need a break from the heat or cold? Visit our air conditioned and heated buildings for independent, self-guided free play with our toys and activities! Play is the work of childhood and helps kids develop many skills and literacies.

Sun, Sep 21, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Sun, Sep 21, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Smash robots, play virtual soccer, or try one of the other games on the interactive projector. Get moving with physically engaging games that encourage hand-eye coordination, gross motor skill development, and socialization in one fun activity!

Mon, Sep 22, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Mon, Sep 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
County Park Library - Children's area
Drop in for fingerplays, bounces, stories, and songs followed by playtime and socializing with other parents and caregivers! Best for babies from birth through twelve months who are cuddling and crawling.

Tue, Sep 23, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black
Smash robots, play virtual soccer, or try one of the other games on the interactive projector. Get moving with physically engaging games that encourage hand-eye coordination, gross motor skill development, and socialization in one fun activity!

Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary JL Black
Drop in for literacy-focused fun the whole family can enjoy! Children, parents, and caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play and socialization time. All ages welcome.

Tue, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Can’t commit to a five-week how-to-use-your-device course? Try a topic-specific mini course instead! Learning how to use these apps will make your Apple experience more valuable. iPhone and iPads welcomed. (Ages 18+) Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 9 2025 at 9:30am

Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Explore the Library’s board game collection during our Board Game Café! Challenge your friends (and make new ones) to a game of Bananagrams, Dutch Blitz, and more! Light snacks provided.

Wed, Sep 24, All day
Available at all branches
Available on the last Wednesday of the month at all Library branches, Tea Club packages contain a sample for a perfect cup of tea, an information brochure and book recommendations! Pick up is first-come, first-served with a limit of one per person.

Wed, Sep 24, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
County Park Library - Children's area
Drop in for literacy-focused fun the whole family can enjoy! Children, parents, and caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play and socialization time. All ages welcome.

Wed, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
New to iPhone and want to master the basics? This five-week course will help you feel confident with the technology in no time! This class is for Apple iPhone users only (no Android, no iPad). (Ages 18+) Registration required.
This event is full

Wed, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, coding activities, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Thu, Sep 25, All day
Available at all branches
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and it's the perfect time to reflect on the things we're thankful for. Register for this kit and enjoy books (signed out to your library card), activities, and a craft all about gratitude and autumn.
Registration opens Thursday, September 4 2025 at 9:30am

Thu, Sep 25, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Thu, Sep 25, All day
Available at all branches
Explore the books in our Indigenous Knowledge Centre collection! Select your book format and pickup branch and we’ll prepare a book bag with a selection of books that match the monthly theme.
Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 9:30am

Thu, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Come socialize at our relaxed, welcoming Seniors' Coffee Chat in partnership with Age Friendly Thunder Bay. Meet new people, engage in crafts and activities, and learn about resources in the community. Refreshments are provided.

Thu, Sep 25, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Drop-in. For new and experienced knitters aged 55+, you are welcome to join the Wit Knits. We gather weekly to knit (and crochet). Share stories and laughs with fellow group members while you work.

Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
County Park Library - Outreach Table
Drop in and relax while you create beaded trinkets, necklaces, keychains, and more!

Thu, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Join us for a reading from the Winner of the 2025 Canada Reads contest!
Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 9:30am

Fri, Sep 26, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Fri, Sep 26, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Smash robots, play virtual soccer, or try one of the other games on the interactive projector. Get moving with physically engaging games that encourage hand-eye coordination, gross motor skill development, and socialization in one fun activity!

Fri, Sep 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Join Kickin’ It Country with Lady T for line dancing lessons. Stay for barnyard games, rootin’ tootin’ tunes, crafts and more! Grab your cowboy boots and hat and giddy up for some fall farm fun. Yee-haw!

Fri, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for a free screening of Elio, Pixar's latest, plus an alien craft! We’ll bring the snacks.

Sat, Sep 27, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Need a break from the heat or cold? Visit our air conditioned and heated buildings for independent, self-guided free play with our toys and activities! Play is the work of childhood and helps kids develop many skills and literacies.

Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Toss it? No way! Do you have a broken household item? Our volunteer Fixers will show you how to fix it for free! We accept small appliances, electronics, clothes, jewelry, computers and more. Registration opens September 13 on tbayrepaircafe.org
Register

Sun, Sep 28, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Sun, Sep 28, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Smash robots, play virtual soccer, or try one of the other games on the interactive projector. Get moving with physically engaging games that encourage hand-eye coordination, gross motor skill development, and socialization in one fun activity!

Sun, Sep 28, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Bring a friend or meet new ones for an afternoon watching a great film on the big screen! Coffee, tea, and light snacks provided; bring your own chair cushion for extra comfort. Attendance guaranteed to the first 50 attendees.

Mon, Sep 29, All day
Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) concepts with robots, building challenges, and lots more. Equipment and activities are rated for children aged 4 and up.

Mon, Sep 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
County Park Library - Children's area
Drop in for fingerplays, bounces, stories, and songs followed by playtime and socializing with other parents and caregivers! Best for babies from birth through twelve months who are cuddling and crawling.