Programs & Events

• Library Events
  
• Children's Programs
• Room Bookings
• Past Events
• Recorded Events
• Exam Proctoring

PRL hosts visiting authors in order to give its patrons the chance to meet and learn from some of the people who create the books we enjoy reading. Author readings have taken place at the library as well as other locations in the community, such as schools and the Lester Centre.

Our Multi-Purpose Room is available for booking for your event.

The room capacity is approximately 50 people (i.e. Speaker/Audience event or for a small meeting with tables and chairs).

We are currently limiting occupancy to 30 persons. Masks are mandatory, and event organizers are responsible for adhering to any proof-of-vaccination requirements that may apply.

Meeting Room Fees:

*** 24 hour cancellation policy for all bookings.


Non-profit groups:
$15 for Half Day (up to 4 hours)
$30 for Full Day (8 hours)
*** Fees may be waived for programs directed at the community.

Commercial and Government groups:
$120 for Full Day (8 hours)
$70 for Half Day (4 hours or less)
*** $20 for 1st hour after Half Day rate; $10 successive (for 5, 6, or 7 hours)

Rental Rates for Equipment:
* Overhead Projector: $10 per session
* Computer Projector: $10 per session
* Flip Chart Rental: $5 per session

While we do have a Bluetooth / 3.5mm speaker available, we recommend that users with advanced requirements make their own arrangements for audio.

The library loans equipment to individuals and organizations at its discretion. In such cases, the Projector Loan Agreement is to be used. Our rental unit supports analogue video: composite, S-Video, and VGA. If your device only supports digital outputs, a converter adapter will be required.

Those wishing to cancel existing bookings are requested to provide greater than 24 hours' notice, or else the full booking fees will still apply.

To enquire further or to book the room, please call us during open hours at 250-627-1345 or send us an email

Children's Programs @ the Prince Rupert Library
Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer.

SUMMER READING CLUB 2023: Journey Through Time
The Prince Rupert Library invites children currently in Kindergarten - Grade 7 to join in the fun this summer!

Sign up starts June 19th at the Library. Pick up your SRC Club Kit and start recording what your read, or have read to you.

Starting July 10th, and running until August 18th, drop off your Reading Log each week, choose new activity sheets and enter our prize draw.

You can also sign up for one of our weekly classes, where we will explore different themes through stories, crafts, games and other activities.

NOTE: Children may sign up for ONE class to start and go on the wait list for any others they are interested in attending. We will call the day before to confirm spots.

Kindergarten Summer Reading Club

Week 1 – Camping
Wednesday, July 12, 2023 10:30 – 11:30 am
This program is for children who have just finished Kindergarten.

Week 2 – Dinosaurs
Wednesday, July 19, 2023 10:30 – 11:30 am
This program is for children who have just finished Kindergarten.

Week 3 – Pirates
Wednesday, July 26, 2023 10:30 – 11:30 am
This program is for children who have just finished Kindergarten.

Week 4 – Space
Wednesday, August 2, 2023 10:30 – 11:30 am
This program is for children who have just finished Kindergarten.

Finishing Grades 1-3 Summer Reading Club

Week 1 – Pirate Palooza
Tuesday, July 11, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Wednesday, July 12, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Join us for some pirate-themed fun!

Week 2 – Dinosaur Days
Tuesday, July 18, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Wednesday, July 19, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Dig into the world of dinosaurs with us!

Week 3 – Time Travelers
Tuesday, July 25, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Wednesday, July 26, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Help us build a time machine for the Library and make a time capsule for yourself!

Week 4 – Space Explorers
Tuesday, August 2, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Wednesday, August 3, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Come aboard as we explore the great beyond!

Finishing Grades 4 – 7 Summer Reading Club

Week 1 – Vikings
Thursday, July 13, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Friday, July 14, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Take a voyage with us to the world of Vikings!

Week 2 – Beautiful Builds
Thursday, July 20, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Friday, July 21, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Our world has many beautiful buildings from throughout history. Let’s make some of our own!

Week 3 – Time Travelers
Thursday, July 27, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Friday, July 28, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Fasten your seat belt! We’re making a time machine to take you wherever you want to go!

Week 4 – Space
Thursday, August 3, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Friday, August 4, 2023 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Shoot off into space to see what the future may bring!

Drop in or call the Library for more information or to register, 250-627-1345.

Tales for Twos:
This program will resume in the fall.

Story Hour:
This program will resume in the fall.

All programs run for 8 weeks and are free of charge. Please pre-register by signing up at the library or call us (during open hours) at 250-627-1345.

Check the home page for announcements for specific instances of these programs.