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Retirement Explorers
2025-10-03 13:00:00 2025-10-03 14:30:00 America/New_York Retirement Explorers 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. Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

Friday, October 03
1:00pm - 2:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-03 13:00:00 2025-10-03 14:30:00 America/New_York Retirement Explorers 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. Mary JL Black - Community Program Room

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.

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. This program is offered in partnership with the City of Thunder Bay Recreation and Culture Division. Find more details here.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Drop-in | Community Building |

Mary JL Black
comments@tbpl.ca
Phone: 807-345-8275
Hours

Today's hours

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

Mon, Sep 01 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 02 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 03 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 04 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 05 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 06 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 07 12:30PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Located in Westfort, Mary JL Black hosts programs for all ages and features sunny study tables, fireplace seating, and a reading garden.

Upcoming Events

Discovery Club
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
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!
Impromptu Play Day
Fri, Sep 05, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Add whenever auditorium space is made available during an unscheduled time.
Discovery Club
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.
Play Day
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
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!
Discovery Club
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.
Baby and Me Storytime
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
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
Family Storytime
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Family Storytime
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.
iPhone for Beginners
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
Baby and Me Storytime
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Seniors' Coffee Chat
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.
Baby Prints
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.
Alpha Court Walk-In
Thu, Sep 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Brodie Library - Study Room
Connect with resources for mental health, addictions and housing.
Play Day at County Park
Thu, Sep 11, 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, 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.
Blissful Beading
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!
TBPL Board Meeting
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.
Orange Medicine Pouch Workshop
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!
Discovery Club
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
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!
Orange Medicine Pouch Workshop
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
Discovery Club
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.
Tecky Brains: Chomp the Cheese - Game with Your Face!
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.
This event is full
Play Day
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.
Storytime with Mz Molly and Friendz
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!
Family Movie - Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
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!
Discovery Club
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
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!
Discovery Club
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.
Baby and Me Storytime
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
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!
Family Storytime
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.
Spice Club
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Family Storytime
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.
iPhone for Beginners
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
Baby and Me Storytime
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Play Day at County Park
Thu, Sep 18, 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, 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.
Blissful Beading
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!
Page Turners Volunteer Orientation
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
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!
Discovery Club
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.
Play Day
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
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!
Discovery Club
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.
Baby and Me Storytime
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
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!
Family Storytime
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.
Apple Express - Photos
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
Board Game Café
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.
Tea Club
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Family Storytime
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.
iPhone for Beginners
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
Discovery Club
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.
Pickup : Autumn Gratitude Kits for Kids
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Pickup for Adult Book Bags - Indigenous Stories
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
Seniors' Coffee Chat
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.
Play Day at County Park
Thu, Sep 25, 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, 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.
Blissful Beading
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!
Indigenous Author Series: Dr. Ma-Nee Chacaby
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
Discovery Club
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
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!
Harvest Hoedown
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!
Tremendous Trains Storytime
Fri, Sep 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
County Park Library - Children's area
Choo-choo! All aboard for this tremendous storytime & craft all about trains. (all ages)
Family Movie - Elio
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Thunder Bay Repair Café
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
Play Day
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
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!
Afternoon at the Movies - Thunderbolts*
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.
Discovery Club
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.
Baby and Me Storytime
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.
Discovery Club
Wed, Oct 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.
Play Morning at County Park
Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
iPhone for Beginners
Wed, Oct 01, 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
Baby and Me Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 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 01, 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.
TBPL Files: True Crime Edition
Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Fraud, bootlegging, robberies, hijackings and murder! The District of Thunder Bay has borne witness to many unique tales of crime. Join us for a special Fall drop-in session to delve into two gripping medical themed crime narratives from our past.
Youth Action Council (YAC)
Wed, Oct 01, 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, Oct 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.
Play Day at County Park
Thu, Oct 02, 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 02, 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 02, 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, Oct 02, 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 02, 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 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Fri, Oct 03, 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 03, 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 03, 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 03, 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, Oct 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.
Play Day
Sat, Oct 04, 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.
Play Day
Sat, Oct 04, 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 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sun, Oct 05, 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!
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