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iPhone for Beginners
2026-01-07 13:30:00 2026-01-07 15:30:00 America/New_York iPhone for Beginners 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+) County Park Library - Salon

Wednesday, January 07
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-07 13:30:00 2026-01-07 15:30:00 America/New_York iPhone for Beginners 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+) County Park Library - Salon

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+)

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Registered | Library and Computer Training |

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Phone: 807-345-8275
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County Park operates within County Fair Plaza. Visit us for kids' drop-in storytimes, beading sessions and amazing window-painting events!

Upcoming Events

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Play Day
Wed, Dec 24, 9:30am - 12:30pm
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.
Cancelled
Discovery Club
Wed, Dec 24, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Wed, Dec 24, 9:30am - 12:45pm
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
Wed, Dec 24, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Window Painting
Wed, Dec 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
County Park Library - Children's area
Drop in for a story and go wild painting our big windows. Let your creative self have some fun!
Discovery Club
Sat, Dec 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.
Discovery Club
Sat, Dec 27, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sat, Dec 27, 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, Dec 27, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
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.
Family Movie - Luca
Sat, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for tropical and sunshine-set children's films over the snowy wintery holiday!
Discovery Club
Sun, Dec 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, Dec 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!
Discovery Club
Sun, Dec 28, 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Play Day
Sun, Dec 28, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Need a break from the heat? Visit our air conditioned buildings for independent, self-guided free play with our toys and activities! Play is the work of childhood and helps kids develop many skills and literacies.
Family Movie - The Little Mermaid
Sun, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for tropical and sunshine-set children's films over the snowy wintery holiday!
Discovery Club
Mon, Dec 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Mon, Dec 29, 9:30am - 4:45pm
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, Dec 29, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Play Day
Mon, Dec 29, 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.
Family Movie Mornings - Moana
Mon, Dec 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for a tropical and sunshine-filled children's classic on a snowy winter day!
Discovery Club
Tue, Dec 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Tue, Dec 30, 9:30am - 4:45pm
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
Tue, Dec 30, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Play Day
Tue, Dec 30, 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.
Family Movie Mornings - Moana 2
Tue, Dec 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for a tropical and sunshine-filled children's classic on a snowy winter day!
Discovery Club
Wed, Dec 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
Wed, Dec 31, 9:30am - 4:45pm
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
Wed, Dec 31, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Play Day
Wed, Dec 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.
Family Movie Mornings - UP
Wed, Dec 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for a tropical and sunshine-filled children's classic on a snowy winter day!
Discovery Club
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Fri, Jan 02, 9:30am - 4:45pm
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!
Rescheduled
Play Day
Fri, Jan 02, 10:00am - 4:00pm
New date Friday, January 02, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Waverley Library
Visit 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.
Play Day
Fri, Jan 02, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Waverley Library
Visit 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.
Family Movie Mornings - Madagascar
Fri, Jan 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for a tropical and sunshine-filled children's classic on a snowy winter day!
Discovery Club
Sat, Jan 03, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Sat, Jan 03, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sat, Jan 03, 9:30am - 4:45pm
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, Jan 04, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Sun, Jan 04, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sun, Jan 04, 12:30pm - 4:45pm
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, Jan 05, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Baby and Me Storytime
Mon, Jan 05, 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.
2026 Vision Board Workshop - January 5 Session
Mon, Jan 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Transform your 2026 goals into an interactive bingo-inspired vision board! All workshops are identical- kindly register for one only to allow others the opportunity to attend.
Chess Club
Mon, Jan 05, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black - Fireside Seating
Join local chess enthusiasts for a welcoming, low-pressure drop-in Chess Club. Improve your concentration and problem-solving skills while enjoying friendly games with other players. All ages and skill levels; boards provided.
YOUth Action Council (YAC)
Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Join YAC!
Superior Seed Producers
Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for talks with Superior Seed Producers as they share tips, experience, and answer all your gardening questions. Whether you're a pro, a first-timer, or working with a tiny space, this series will give you the confidence to start planting!
Discovery Club
Tue, Jan 06, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Tue, Jan 06, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Tue, Jan 06, 12:00pm - 7:45pm
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!
Hip-Hop In The North
Tue, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Learn to write and produce your own hip hop music with songwriting and beat production specialist Nolan Schmerk (AKA Solomon) at weekly drop-in workshops where you’ll explore building beats, writing rhymes, sampling, deejaying, battling and more.
2026 Vision Board Workshop - January 6 Session
Tue, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Transform your 2026 goals into an interactive bingo-inspired vision board! All workshops are identical- kindly register for one only to allow others the opportunity to attend.
Discovery Club
Wed, Jan 07, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Wed, Jan 07, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
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, Jan 07, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
County Park Library - Salon
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+)
2026 Vision Board Workshop - January 7 Session
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Transform your 2026 goals into an interactive bingo-inspired vision board! All workshops are identical- kindly register for one only to allow others the opportunity to attend.
Discovery Club
Thu, Jan 08, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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, Jan 08, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Seniors' Coffee Chat
Thu, Jan 08, 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. Ages 55+
Play Day
Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
County Park Library - Children's area
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.
Wit Knits
Thu, Jan 08, 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.
Baby Prints
Thu, Jan 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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
Blissful Beading
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
County Park Library - Outreach Table
Drop in and relax while you create beaded trinkets, necklaces, keychains, and more!
Game On! with the interactive projector
Thu, Jan 08, 4:30pm - 7:45pm
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
Fri, Jan 09, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Fri, Jan 09, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Fri, Jan 09, 9:30am - 4:45pm
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
Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Visit 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
Sat, Jan 10, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Sat, Jan 10, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sat, Jan 10, 9:30am - 4:45pm
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!
Indigenous Painting Event: Art, Story, and Connection
Sat, Jan 10, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Join us for an inspiring Indigenous Paint Social - an afternoon of creativity, culture, and connection.
Registration opens Saturday, December 27 2025 at 9:30am
Discovery Club
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sun, Jan 11, 12:30pm - 4:45pm
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, Jan 12, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Baby and Me Storytime
Mon, Jan 12, 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.
Chess Club
Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black - Fireside Seating
Join local chess enthusiasts for a welcoming, low-pressure drop-in Chess Club. Improve your concentration and problem-solving skills while enjoying friendly games with other players. All ages and skill levels; boards provided.
Fandom Art Night
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Mary JL Black - Commons
Help us redecorate the youth area at MJLB by creating art based off of your favourite book, show, or video game. Grades 7-12
Discovery Club
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Tue, Jan 13, 12:00pm - 7:45pm
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!
Hip-Hop In The North
Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Learn to write and produce your own hip hop music with songwriting and beat production specialist Nolan Schmerk (AKA Solomon) at weekly drop-in workshops where you’ll explore building beats, writing rhymes, sampling, deejaying, battling and more.
Discovery Club
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Apple Express - Maps
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
County Park Library - Salon
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 opens Wednesday, December 31 2025 at 9:30am
Baby and Me Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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.
iPhone for Beginners
Wed, Jan 14, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
County Park Library - Salon
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+)
Discovery Club
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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, Jan 15, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Play Day
Thu, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
County Park Library - Children's area
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.
Wit Knits
Thu, Jan 15, 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.
Senior Social
Thu, Jan 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Looking to get out of the house and mingle? Enjoy refreshments and new friends! Event limited to adults 50+
Blissful Beading
Thu, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
County Park Library - Outreach Table
Drop in and relax while you create beaded trinkets, necklaces, keychains, and more!
Game On! with the interactive projector
Thu, Jan 15, 4:30pm - 7:45pm
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!
Drop In Beading
Thu, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Waverley Library - IKC
Join us for a welcoming and inclusive drop-in beading program celebrating Indigenous traditions and artistry.
Discovery Club
Fri, Jan 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Fri, Jan 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm
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
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sat, Jan 17, 9:30am - 4:45pm
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!
Thunder Bay Repair Café
Sat, Jan 17, 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 January 3 on tbayrepaircafe.org
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Discovery Club
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Sun, Jan 18, 12:30pm - 4:45pm
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, Jan 19, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jan 19, 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 opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 9:30am
Baby and Me Storytime
Mon, Jan 19, 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.
Afternoon at the Movies - Back to the Future
Mon, Jan 19, 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! Light snacks provided; bring your own chair cushion for extra comfort.
Chess Club
Mon, Jan 19, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black - Fireside Seating
Join local chess enthusiasts for a welcoming, low-pressure drop-in Chess Club. Improve your concentration and problem-solving skills while enjoying friendly games with other players. All ages and skill levels; boards provided.
Discovery Club
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Tales for Twos
Tue, Jan 20, 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 opens Tuesday, January 6 2026 at 9:30am
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Tue, Jan 20, 12:00pm - 7:45pm
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!
Hip-Hop In The North
Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Learn to write and produce your own hip hop music with songwriting and beat production specialist Nolan Schmerk (AKA Solomon) at weekly drop-in workshops where you’ll explore building beats, writing rhymes, sampling, deejaying, battling and more.
Travel Talks
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Join us for talks about travel from a different perspective: traveling as a solo senior female with Brigitte K, traveling for medical reasons with Chelsea M. and Noreen D., and travelling the far reaches of the Canadian north with John Dunn.
Spice Club
Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
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, Jan 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 opens Tuesday, January 6 2026 at 9:30am
Baby and Me Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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.
iPhone for Beginners
Wed, Jan 21, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
County Park Library - Salon
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+)
High School Musical 20th Anniversary Party
Wed, Jan 21, 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Mary JL Black - Community Program Room
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of High School Musical with us! Wear red and watch the movie (singing along encouraged) while making a personalized felt pennant flag. What team? Wildcats!!
Registration opens Wednesday, January 7 2026 at 9:30am
Adult Book Bags - Fantasy
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Available at all branches
Explore a world filled with dragons, fae, or magic with this fantasy-themed book bag! 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, January 8 2026 at 9:00am
Letter to my Future Self
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Available at all branches
A lot can happen in a year! Write a letter to yourself and have us mail it back to you in December 2026. Register starting Jan 2 at 9:30 am and pick up a packet from the branch of your choice between January 22 - 26.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 9:30am
Bedtime Kit for Kids
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Available at all branches
Got the winter blues? Make the long nights easier with Bedtime Kits for Kids! Enjoy books (signed out to your library card), activities, and a craft all about evenings & bedtime. For ages 2-10.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 9:30am
Discovery Club
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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, Jan 22, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 22, 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 opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 9:30am
Play Day
Thu, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
County Park Library - Children's area
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.
Wit Knits
Thu, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
County Park Library - Outreach Table
Drop in and relax while you create beaded trinkets, necklaces, keychains, and more!
Game On! with the interactive projector
Thu, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 7:45pm
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!
Indigenous Author Series: Lynda Banning & Lyne Soramaki
Thu, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Thanks to the K.M. Hunter Foundation, the Thunder Bay Public Library is excited to host Lynda Banning and Lyne Soramaki, who will be reading from their book Migizi and Giniw's important journey : niish migizi bimisewin.
Registration opens Thursday, January 8 2026 at 9:30am
Discovery Club
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Mary JL Black - Clubhouse
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
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Waverley Library - Children's area
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.
Family Storytime
Fri, Jan 23, 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.
Game On! with the interactive projector
Fri, Jan 23, 9:30am - 4:45pm
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
Fri, Jan 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waverley Library - Auditorium
Visit 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.
Drop in Beading
Fri, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Brodie Library - IKC
Drop in beading sessions! No experience necessary
Retirement Explorers
Fri, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mary JL Black
Drop-in. Retirement Explorers are a group of retirees who pursue active recreation options. Retirees and soon-to-be retirees are welcome to attend.  This program is offered in partnership with the City of Thunder Bay Recreation and Culture Division.
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