Play Day

Sat, Oct 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.

Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

Beyond the Grave Rave

Sat, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Do the Monster Mash to spooky Halloween tunes, shriek with delight at our fun craft, and so much more during this Halloween themed rave! Costumes encouraged. Ages 0-11

This event is full

Sun, Oct 12, All day

Mary JL Black

Sun, Oct 12, 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!

Tue, Oct 14, All day

Mary JL Black

Tue, Oct 14, 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

Tue, Oct 14, 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.

Tue, Oct 14, 12:00pm - 7:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

Spice Club

Wed, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, All day

Mary JL Black

Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

County Park Library - Children's area

Wed, Oct 15, 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

Wed, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 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.

Chat with the Chief

Wed, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

Join us for a town hall-style discussion with Chief Darcy Fleury of Thunder Bay Police Service, who will share current information and answer questions from community members. Everyone is welcome, no registration necessary.

Thu, Oct 16, All day

Mary JL Black

Thu, Oct 16, 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

Thu, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

County Park Library - Children's area

Candle Decorating Workshops - October 16 Workshop

Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

Embrace the spooky season and decorate a candle using melted wax! Both workshops are identical- kindly register for one only to allow others the opportunity to attend.

This event is full

Indigenous Author Series: Sandi Boucher

Thu, Oct 16, 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 16, 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.

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Waverley Library

Sandi Boucher went from being an Indigenous woman desperately searching for safe spaces to one who creates them for others.

Fri, Oct 17, All day

Mary JL Black

Fri, Oct 17, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

Fri, Oct 17, 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.

Fri, Oct 17, 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.

Indigenous Bracelet Making Workshop

Fri, Oct 17, 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.

Fri, Oct 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Brodie Library - IKC

Join us for an enriching workshop where you'll delve into the art of crafting Indigenous bracelets.

This event is full

Sat, Oct 18, All day

Mary JL Black

Afternoon at the Movies - Twisters

Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

Sat, Oct 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.

Storytime with Mz Molly and Friendz

Sat, Oct 18, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Join us for an all-ages, family-friendly storytime and crafting session of wonder and whimsy with Mz Molly and Friendz!

Sun, Oct 19, All day

Mary JL Black

Sun, Oct 19, 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

Mon, Oct 20, All day

Mary JL Black

Mon, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Registration is now closed

Japanese Four-Hole Binding Workshop - With Folly Temple Bindery

Mon, Oct 20, 11:15am - 11:45am

County Park Library - Children's area

Mon, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

Join Folly Temple Bindery for this workshop where you'll use traditional Japanese papers and methods to recreate one of these iconic Japanese four-hole bindings. No bookbinding experience needed. All materials and tools will be provided.

This event is full

Family Movie - Halloweentown (1998)

Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Join us for a free screening of the Disney Channel classic Halloweentown (1998). We’ll bring the popcorn!

Tue, Oct 21, All day

Mary JL Black

Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Brodie Library - Outreach Table

Join us for Member Appreciation Day (We’re having cake!) Come and see the latest developments at your favourite branch, enjoy a slice of cake and fill out a ballot to win a gift card from a business in the neighbourhood!

Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 4:00pm

County Park Library - Outreach Table

Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 7:00pm

Mary JL Black - Outreach Table

Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 7:00pm

Waverley Library - Outreach Table

Tue, Oct 21, 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

Tue, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

Candle Decorating Workshops - October 21 Workshop

Tue, Oct 21, 12:00pm - 7:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

Apple Express - Photos

Tue, Oct 21, 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.

Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

Embrace the spooky season and decorate a candle using melted wax! Both workshops are identical- kindly register for one only to allow others the opportunity to attend.

This event is full

Wed, Oct 22, All day

Mary JL Black

Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

County Park Library - Children's area

Wed, Oct 22, 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

Wed, Oct 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

Adulting 101 - Decluttering by Kelly

Wed, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Wed, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

Drawing on over 20 years as a nurse in our community and her expertise in chronic disorganization and ADHD, Kelly Noonan understands the emotional and physical challenges of downsizing.

Indigenous Author Series: Dr. Juan Martinez

Wed, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Thunder Bay Public Library

Pickup: Gross-out Kits for Kids

Thu, Oct 23, All day

Available at all branches

Explore all things goopy and oozy! From foul facts about the human body to creepy crawlies, this kit is sure to make you squirm! Kits will contain books (signed out to your library card), activities, and a craft all about gross and creepy stuff.

This event is full

Pickup for Adult Book Bags - Thrillers

Thu, Oct 23, All day

Mary JL Black

Thu, Oct 23, All day

Available at all branches

Thrills, chills, and suspense perfect for spooky season! Select your book format and pickup branch and we’ll prepare a book bag with a selection of books that match the monthly theme.

Thu, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Registration is now closed

Seniors' Coffee Chat

Thu, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Waverley Library

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, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

County Park Library - Children's area

Thu, Oct 23, 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.

Drop in Beading - Indigenous Beading

Thu, Oct 23, 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 23, 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.

Thu, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 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

Fri, Oct 24, All day

Mary JL Black

Fri, Oct 24, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

Fri, Oct 24, 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.

Fri, Oct 24, 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.

Fri, Oct 24, 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.

Tecky Brains: AI-Generated Images - Turn Words into Art

Sat, Oct 25, All day

Mary JL Black

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 opens Saturday, October 11 2025 at 9:30am

Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

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.

Sun, Oct 26, All day

Mary JL Black

Sun, Oct 26, 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

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!

Mon, Oct 27, All day

Mary JL Black

Mon, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Registration is now closed

Mon, Oct 27, 11:15am - 11:45am

County Park Library - Children's area

Tue, Oct 28, All day

Mary JL Black

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

Tue, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

Cookbook Club - Fall 2025 Session

Tue, Oct 28, 12:00pm - 7:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

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.

Wed, Oct 29, All day

Mary JL Black

Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

County Park Library - Children's area

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

Wed, Oct 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

Adulting 101 - Eating Well on a Budget

Wed, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Waverley Library - Auditorium

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.

Thu, Oct 30, All day

Mary JL Black

Thu, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Registration is now closed

Thu, Oct 30, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

County Park Library - Children's area

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.

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

Fri, Oct 31, All day

Mary JL Black

Fri, Oct 31, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

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.

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.

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.

Sat, Nov 01, All day

Mary JL Black

Sat, Nov 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

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.

Sun, Nov 02, 12:00am - 10:59pm

Mary JL Black

Sun, Nov 02, 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

Mon, Nov 03, All day

Mary JL Black

Mon, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Registration is now closed

Learn to Paint Leaves with Watercolours - with the Thunder Bay Art Gallery

Mon, Nov 03, 11:15am - 11:45am

County Park Library - Children's area

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.

Registration opens Monday, October 20 2025 at 9:30am

Tue, Nov 04, All day

Mary JL Black

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

Tue, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

Drop In Beading - Indigenous Beading

Tue, Nov 04, 12:00pm - 7:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

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.

Wed, Nov 05, All day

Mary JL Black

Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

County Park Library - Children's area

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

Wed, Nov 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

Youth Action Council (YAC)

Wed, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Waverley Library - Auditorium

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.

Thu, Nov 06, All day

Mary JL Black

Afternoon at the Movies - Won't You Be My Neighbor?

Thu, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Registration is now closed

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.

Thu, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

County Park Library - Children's area

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.

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

Fri, Nov 07, All day

Mary JL Black

Fri, Nov 07, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

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.

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.

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.

Sat, Nov 08, All day

Mary JL Black

Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

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.

Sun, Nov 09, All day

Mary JL Black

Mini-Tikinagan Making Workshop

Sun, Nov 09, 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Mary JL Black - Commons

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

Mon, Nov 10, All day

Mary JL Black

Mon, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Waverley Library - Auditorium

Registration is now closed