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Tales for Twos
2025-11-12 10:30:00 2025-11-12 11:30:00 America/New_York Tales for Twos This program is for children ages 24 months up to 3 years of age with a caregiver. There will be stories, songs and rhymes, crafts and other activities, with time for play and socialization. Waverley Library - Auditorium

Wednesday, November 12
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2025-11-12 10:30:00 2025-11-12 11:30:00 America/New_York Tales for Twos This program is for children ages 24 months up to 3 years of age with a caregiver. There will be stories, songs and rhymes, crafts and other activities, with time for play and socialization. Waverley Library - Auditorium

Waverley Library

Auditorium

This program is for children ages 24 months up to 3 years of age with a caregiver. There will be stories, songs and rhymes, crafts and other activities, with time for play and socialization.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Registered | Early Literacy |

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Phone: 807-345-8275
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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

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Discovery Club
Sat, Oct 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.
Tecky Brains: AI-Generated Images - Turn Words into Art
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Discover how Artificial Intelligence can create pictures from your ideas. Write a prompt, click a button, and watch your words become art in this creative, hands-on session. Presented by program partner Tecky Brains Canada.
Registration is now closed
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 4:00pm
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!
Play Day
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium Back
Join us 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.
Discovery Club
Sun, Oct 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sun, Oct 26, 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!
An Addams Family Party
Sun, Oct 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
For ages 7+ Calling all creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky! Make Merry the macabre celebration of Wednesday Addams belated birthday! Concoct dangerous brews, play wicked games & make a frightening craft, it's all in fun. Don’t be left in the Lurch!
Discovery Club
Mon, Oct 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
A school readiness program for children ages 3 and 4 to attend on their own while caregivers remain nearby in the Library. Caregiver participation is required for the craft and play portions of the program.
Registration is now closed
Baby and Me Storytime
Mon, Oct 27, 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.
Discovery Club
Tue, Oct 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.
Tales for Twos
Tue, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
This program is for children ages 24 months up to 3 years of age with a caregiver. There will be stories, songs and rhymes, crafts and other activities, with time for play and socialization.
Registration is now closed
Family Storytime
Tue, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
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.
Cookbook Club - Fall 2025 Session
Tue, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for our monthly Cookbook Club! Register and pick up a cookbook on that month’s theme. Try a few of the recipes and share your review at our meeting! Light refreshments will be served.
Registration is now closed
Tea Club
Wed, Oct 29, 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.
Discovery Club
Wed, Oct 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 29, 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.
Tales for Twos
Wed, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
This program is for children ages 24 months up to 3 years of age with a caregiver. There will be stories, songs and rhymes, crafts and other activities, with time for play and socialization.
Registration is now closed
Baby and Me Storytime
Wed, Oct 29, 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.
Discovery Club
Wed, Oct 29, 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.
Adulting 101 - Eating Well on a Budget
Wed, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Presented by the Thunder Bay Health Unit. Food is getting more and more difficult to afford. This has negative consequences for the health of individuals, communities and society as a whole.
Discovery Club
Thu, Oct 30, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
A school readiness program for children ages 3 and 4 to attend on their own while caregivers remain nearby in the Library. Caregiver participation is required for the craft and play portions of the program.
Registration is now closed
Play Day at County Park
Thu, Oct 30, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
County Park Library - Children's area
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.
Wit Knits
Thu, Oct 30, 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.
Blissful Beading
Thu, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
County Park Library - Outreach Table
Drop in and relax while you create beaded trinkets, necklaces, keychains, and more!
Cancelled
Rec Room
Thu, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black
Join us for always changing activities including anime, Mario Kart, Minecraft and more! Our excitable and inclusive group of friends would love to meet you.
Page Turners
Thu, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Developing readers are invited to drop in to practice reading skills with a screened volunteer during a fifteen minute session followed by family game time with our collection of literacy-based activities. Email pageturners@tbpl.ca for details
Discovery Club
Fri, Oct 31, 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Fri, Oct 31, 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!
Family Storytime
Fri, Oct 31, 9:30am - 10:00am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
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.
Play Day
Fri, Oct 31, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Visit our 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.
Retirement Explorers
Fri, Oct 31, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Drop-in. Retirement Explorers is a free, drop-in program for retirees who love to learn, explore new ideas, deepen their knowledge, engage in meaningful discussions, and connect with friends.
Discovery Club
Sat, Nov 01, 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sat, Nov 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm
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!
Play Day
Sat, Nov 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium Back
Join us 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.
Discovery Club
Sun, Nov 02, 12:00am - 10:59pm
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sun, Nov 02, 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!
Discovery Club
Mon, Nov 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
A school readiness program for children ages 3 and 4 to attend on their own while caregivers remain nearby in the Library. Caregiver participation is required for the craft and play portions of the program.
Registration is now closed
Baby and Me Storytime
Mon, Nov 03, 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.
Learn to Paint Leaves with Watercolours - with the Thunder Bay Art Gallery
Mon, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join the Thunder Bay Art Gallery’s Community Engagement Educator for a free, fun, and welcoming art session at your local library. This workshop explores the flexible medium of watercolour pencils, developing both drawing and painting techniques.
This event is full
Discovery Club
Tue, Nov 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.
Tales for Twos
Tue, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
This program is for children ages 24 months up to 3 years of age with a caregiver. There will be stories, songs and rhymes, crafts and other activities, with time for play and socialization.
Registration is now closed
Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
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.
Drop In Beading - Indigenous Beading
Tue, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Brodie Library - IKC
Join us for a welcoming and inclusive drop-in beading program celebrating Indigenous traditions and artistry
Board Game Café
Tue, Nov 04, 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.
Discovery Club
Wed, Nov 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 05, 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.
Tales for Twos
Wed, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
This program is for children ages 24 months up to 3 years of age with a caregiver. There will be stories, songs and rhymes, crafts and other activities, with time for play and socialization.
Registration is now closed
Baby and Me Storytime
Wed, Nov 05, 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.
Discovery Club
Wed, Nov 05, 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.
Youth Action Council (YAC)
Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
The YOUth Action Council meets monthly to discuss changes to the Library, suggest programs, and buy young adult books. Earn volunteer hours and develop your event planning and teamwork skills.
Register
Discovery Club
Thu, Nov 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
A school readiness program for children ages 3 and 4 to attend on their own while caregivers remain nearby in the Library. Caregiver participation is required for the craft and play portions of the program.
Registration is now closed
Afternoon at the Movies - Won't You Be My Neighbor?
Thu, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Bring a friend or meet new ones for an afternoon watching a great film on the big screen! Stick around after the film to chat about classic films and the books that inspired them.
Play Day at County Park
Thu, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
County Park Library - Children's area
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.
Wit Knits
Thu, Nov 06, 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.
Blissful Beading
Thu, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
County Park Library - Outreach Table
Drop in and relax while you create beaded trinkets, necklaces, keychains, and more!
Page Turners
Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Developing readers are invited to drop in to practice reading skills with a screened volunteer during a fifteen minute session followed by family game time with our collection of literacy-based activities. Email pageturners@tbpl.ca for details
Discovery Club
Fri, Nov 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Fri, Nov 07, 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!
Family Storytime
Fri, Nov 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
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.
Play Day
Fri, Nov 07, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Visit our 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.
Retirement Explorers
Fri, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Drop-in. Retirement Explorers is a free, drop-in program for retirees who love to learn, explore new ideas, deepen their knowledge, engage in meaningful discussions, and connect with friends.
Discovery Club
Sat, Nov 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
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!
Play Day
Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium Back
Join us 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.
Discovery Club
Sun, Nov 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sun, Nov 09, 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!
Mini-Tikinagan Making Workshop
Sun, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Step into the rich cultural heritage of Indigenous communities with our immersive Mini-Tikinagan Workshop. This program offers participants a unique opportunity to learn about the traditional Indigenous cradleboard.
Registration opens Sunday, October 26 2025 at 9:30am
Discovery Club
Mon, Nov 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
A school readiness program for children ages 3 and 4 to attend on their own while caregivers remain nearby in the Library. Caregiver participation is required for the craft and play portions of the program.
Registration is now closed
Baby and Me Storytime
Mon, Nov 10, 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.
Longstitch Notebook Workshop - with Folly Temple Bindery
Mon, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Longstitch bindings have a simple structure with endless design opportunities! Join Folly Temple Bindery and learn how to make a leather-bound longstitch notebook from scratch. No bookbinding experience needed. All materials and tools provided.
Registration opens Monday, October 27 2025 at 9:30am
Discovery Club
Wed, Nov 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 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.
Tales for Twos
Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
This program is for children ages 24 months up to 3 years of age with a caregiver. There will be stories, songs and rhymes, crafts and other activities, with time for play and socialization.
Registration is now closed
Baby and Me Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 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.
Indigenous Author Series: Niigaan Sinclair
Wed, Nov 12, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Waverley Library - Main Floor
Join us for a amazing event brought to you by the K.M. Hunter Charitable Foundation.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 29 2025 at 9:30am
Discovery Club
Wed, Nov 12, 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.
Discovery Club
Thu, Nov 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.
Seniors' Coffee Chat
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
A school readiness program for children ages 3 and 4 to attend on their own while caregivers remain nearby in the Library. Caregiver participation is required for the craft and play portions of the program.
Registration is now closed
Alpha Court Walk-In
Thu, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Brodie Library - Study Room
Connect with resources for mental health, addictions and housing.
Play Day at County Park
Thu, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
County Park Library - Children's area
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.
Wit Knits
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Blissful Beading
Thu, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
County Park Library - Outreach Table
Drop in and relax while you create beaded trinkets, necklaces, keychains, and more!
Cancelled
Rec Room
Thu, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black
Join us for always changing activities including anime, Mario Kart, Minecraft and more! Our excitable and inclusive group of friends would love to meet you.
TBPL Board Meeting
Thu, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Brodie Library - IKC
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.
Drop in Beading - Indigenous Beading
Thu, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Waverley Library - IKC
Join us for a welcoming and inclusive drop-in beading program celebrating Indigenous traditions and artistry.
Page Turners
Thu, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Developing readers are invited to drop in to practice reading skills with a screened volunteer during a fifteen minute session followed by family game time with our collection of literacy-based activities. Email pageturners@tbpl.ca for details
Discovery Club
Fri, Nov 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Fri, Nov 14, 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!
Countdown Calendar for Kids
Fri, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
County Park Library - Mall Space
Make waiting for your favourite holiday more exciting by creating a 12-day count-down calendar with treats and goodies for each day! **ALLERGY ALERT** Ages 4+ . Register starting Friday October 31 at 9:30am
Registration opens Friday, October 31 2025 at 9:30am
Puppet Show: Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
Fri, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Watch the puppet show Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer and stay for a craft. Play Day to follow.
Play Day
Fri, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Visit our 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.
Family Movie - Abominable
Fri, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for a free screening of Abominable (2019, rated PG) and a yeti monster craft. We’ll bring the snacks! The Game on! projector will also be on all day.
Discovery Club
Sat, Nov 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sat, Nov 15, 10:00am - 4:00pm
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!
Play Day
Sat, Nov 15, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium Back
Join us 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.
Storytime with Mz Molly and Friendz
Sat, Nov 15, 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!
Discovery Club
Sun, Nov 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sun, Nov 16, 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!
Family Board Game Cafe
Sun, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Looking for an afternoon activity to do with the family? Come in and explore the board game collection TBPL has to offer. Perhaps you will find the next greatest hit for your family!
Discovery Club
Mon, Nov 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
A school readiness program for children ages 3 and 4 to attend on their own while caregivers remain nearby in the Library. Caregiver participation is required for the craft and play portions of the program.
Registration is now closed
Baby and Me Storytime
Mon, Nov 17, 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.
Discovery Club
Tue, Nov 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.
Tales for Twos
Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
This program is for children ages 24 months up to 3 years of age with a caregiver. There will be stories, songs and rhymes, crafts and other activities, with time for play and socialization.
Registration is now closed
Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
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.
Afternoon at the Movies - Now You See Me
Tue, Nov 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
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.
Family Movie - Wild Robot
Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Join us for a free screening of Wild Robot (2024). We’ll bring the popcorn!
Spice Club
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Discovery Club
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Tales for Twos
Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
This program is for children ages 24 months up to 3 years of age with a caregiver. There will be stories, songs and rhymes, crafts and other activities, with time for play and socialization.
Registration is now closed
iPad for beginners
Wed, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
New to iPad 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 iPad users only (no Android, no iPhone). (Ages 18+) Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 5 2025 at 9:30am
Baby and Me Storytime
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Discovery Club
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Discovery Club
Thu, Nov 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
A school readiness program for children ages 3 and 4 to attend on their own while caregivers remain nearby in the Library. Caregiver participation is required for the craft and play portions of the program.
Registration is now closed
Play Day at County Park
Thu, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
County Park Library - Children's area
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.
Wit Knits
Thu, Nov 20, 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.
Blissful Beading
Thu, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
County Park Library - Outreach Table
Drop in and relax while you create beaded trinkets, necklaces, keychains, and more!
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Rec Room
Thu, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black
Join us for always changing activities including anime, Mario Kart, Minecraft and more! Our excitable and inclusive group of friends would love to meet you.
Page Turners
Thu, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Developing readers are invited to drop in to practice reading skills with a screened volunteer during a fifteen minute session followed by family game time with our collection of literacy-based activities. Email pageturners@tbpl.ca for details
Discovery Club
Fri, Nov 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Fri, Nov 21, 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!
Family Storytime
Fri, Nov 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
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.
Play Day
Fri, Nov 21, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Visit our 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.
Retirement Explorers
Fri, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Drop-in. Retirement Explorers is a free, drop-in program for retirees who love to learn, explore new ideas, deepen their knowledge, engage in meaningful discussions, and connect with friends.
Discovery Club
Sat, Nov 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.
Thunder Bay Repair Café
Sat, Nov 22, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
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 November 8 on tbayrepaircafe.org
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Game On! with the interactive projector
Sat, Nov 22, 10:00am - 4:00pm
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!
Discovery Club
Sun, Nov 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sun, Nov 23, 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!
Discovery Club
Mon, Nov 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Waverley Library - Auditorium
A school readiness program for children ages 3 and 4 to attend on their own while caregivers remain nearby in the Library. Caregiver participation is required for the craft and play portions of the program.
Registration is now closed
Baby and Me Storytime
Mon, Nov 24, 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.
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