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Coastal Wolf Project
Have you ever wanted to know more about the local coastal wolf population?
Michelle Hoang has been studying the distribution and ecology of sea wolves on the North coast using hair and scat samples. She will be presenting her findings at the Library.
Thursday, September 4th at 7pm.
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Games Night at the Library
Join us for a night of board games!
Play from the Library's collection of board games with local expert Mike Gruber. He'll be here to help teach new games as well as participate in the fun.
Wednesday, September 10th and Thursday, September 18th from 5:30-8:45 in the Library's Multipurpose Room.
Open to teens, adults, and children with caregivers.
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Author Reading!
Corinne George, author of Alha disnii : My Truth : Words from a Wet'suwet'en Woman, is coming to Prince Rupert! Join us at the Library for her author reading.
Saturday, September 20th at 2pm in the Multipurpose Room.
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Writer's Series
We are partnering with CMTN English professor Glenn Groulx for six free creative writing seminars! Each session will have a different subject. Choose the ones that interest you, or attend them all:
September 25th - Why write? Introduction to creative writing as a tool.
October 9th - Writing to learn for the classroom.
October 23rd - Writing to build and curate a professional portfolio.
November 6th - Writing to interact and connect.
November 20th - Writing to heal and grow.
December 4th - Writing to build a personal voice.
6-8pm in the Library's multipurpose room.
Attend in person or through zoom.
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Writer's Social
Join our casual drop-in writer's group at the library! Open to anyone interested in pursuing creativity through writing.
There will be the option of warm-up prompts, short exercises, or working on existing projects. Sharing your work will always be encouraged, but is never mandatory.
Saturday September 27th from 2-4 in the Library's Multipurpose Room.
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Tenant Rights and Income Security with Paul Lagace
We all know housing is a challenge, but did you know that a local Poverty Law Advocate/Coordinator comes to the Library once a month to answer any questions you have?
Paul Lagace of The Prince Rupert Unemployed Action Centre will be available to talk about Tenant Rights and Income Security as well as being able to answer questions regarding:
- Landlord tenant Laws
- Employment Insurance
- Income Assistance
- Human Rights
- Disability Assistance
- Employment Standards
- CPP
No appointment required! Come and talk to Paul,
Monday, September 29th, 1-3pm in the Library.
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Teen Book Club
Our Teen Book Club met to discuss their first read yesterday, The Maze Runner by James Dashner. Participants rated the book 4.5 stars and voted to continue in the same series with The Scorch Trials.
Congratulations to our door prize winner, we hope they enjoy their new copy of The Book Thief!
Any teens who are interested in joining can do so by:
Asking at the front desk,
Calling the Library at 250-627-1345,
or emailing circulation@princerupertlibrary.ca
Already read it? Come join for the discussion!
Tuesday, September 23rd. 3:30-4:30 in the Library's multipurpose room.
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We're hiring!
The Prince Rupert Library is looking for new staff. We're hiring in both part-time and casual staff. These are both union positions under the collective agreement between the Prince Rupert Public Library Board and CUPE Local 105-01.
The current listings close on September 12th and 13th respectively.
To learn more about these positions, click on the "We're Hiring" image below.
P.S.
We'll be looking for library pages (high school students in grades 10 or 11) soon too. Watch our social media to be notified when the positions are listed.
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Novel Ideas Auction!
So, it isn't exactly new, but it's back, and that's more than exciting enough!
Do you have a novel idea?
Have you ever been inspired by a book to create something magical? You could donate a creation, craft, or culinary delight to the Prince Rupert Library for our Novel Ideas fund raising Auction this fall.
There's plenty of time for an idea to strike.
Novel Idea Auction will be held Friday, November 7th, at 7pm at the Lester Centre. Doug Kydd will be the auctioneer.
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Children's Programs
Our usual Children's Programs are on hiatus at the moment. Sessions will resume in the fall, watch our social media to see what dates get announced.
Preschool Programs:
Babytime Rhymes, Tales for Twos, and Story Hour will require advance registration.
Create & Make will continue as a drop-in program on Thursdays when things start up again.
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Tech Time with Tye
Come and take advantage of Tech Time with Tye!
Twenty minute drop-in sessions are available Tuesdays 6-7pm, Wednesdays 10-11am, and Thursdays 2-3pm.
If those times don't work for you, or you think you'll a bit more time, one-on-one appointments are still available. Call the library to set one up, or email Tye directly.
250-627-1345
twatson@princerupertlibrary.ca
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Knit & Crochet Social
Every Thursday afternoon the Library hosts a cozy group of crafters. If you knit, crochet, or have a similarly portable textile based hobby, you should come and try it out.
This is a social event for self directed individuals to bring their personal projects.
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We are so glad to have had the help we did this summer!
Lily made for an amazing Summer Reading Club coordinator. She brought so much creativity and enthusiasm to the role. She ran lively SRC programs over six weeks and the kids loved her.
We also had a tech student diligently working behind the scenes this summer. Matthew spent his summer digitizing a portion of our archived The Daily News, adding to what is now available online.
Lily and Matthew are both heading back to school for September, but they'll be missed.
On a more material note, we have new library merch!
Introducing our library mugs, featuring our classic halibut logo designed by Henry Green. Mugs are available at the library for $15 (cash or cheque).
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Also, a big thank you to everyone who braved the weather with us to attend the Friendship House Block Party!
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Your Prince Rupert Library card also provides access to CELA, Libby, and Kanopy. If you have any questions about these available services please ask at the circulation desk.
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September 1st, Monday - Closed - Labour Day
September 2nd, Tuesday - Tech time with Tye 6-7pm
September 3rd, Wednesday - Tech Time with Tye 10-11am
September 4th, Thursday - Knit & Crochet Social 1pm
- Tech Time with Tye 2-3pm
- Coastal Wolf Presentation 7pm
September 8th, Monday - Friends of the Library Meeting 4pm
September 9th, Tuesday - Tech Time with Tye 6-7pm
- Friends of the Library Book Club 7pm
September 10th, Wednesday - Tech Time with Tye 10-11am
- Games Night 5:30-8:45pm
September 11th, Thursday - Knit & Crochet Social 1pm
- Tech Time with Tye 2-3pm
September 16th, Tuesday - Tech Time with Tye 6-7pm
September 17th, Wednesday - Tech Time with Tye 10-11am
September 18th, Thursday - Knit & Crochet Social 1pm
- Tech Time with Tye 2-3pm
- Games Night 5:30-8:45pm
September 20th, Saturday - Corinne George Author Reading 2pm
September 23rd, Tuesday - Teen Book Club 3:30-4:30pm
- Tech Time with Tye 6-7pm
September 24th, Wednesday - Tech Time with Tye 10-11am
September 25th, Thursday - Knit & Crochet Social 1pm
- Tech Time with Tye 2-3pm
- Writer's Seminar with Glenn Groulx 6-8pm
September 27th, Saturday - Writer's Social 2-4pm
September 29th, Monday - Talk Income Security and Tenant Rights with
Paul Lagace 1-3pm
September 30th, Tuesday - Closed - National Truth and Reconciliation Day
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Coastal Wolf Project
Have you ever wanted to know more about the local coastal wolf population?
Michelle Hoang has been studying the distribution and ecology of sea wolves on the North coast using hair and scat samples. She will be presenting her findings at the Library.
Thursday, September 4th at 7pm.
Games Night at the Library
Join us for a night of board games!
Play from the Library's collection of board games with local expert Mike Gruber. He'll be here to help teach new games as well as participate in the fun.
Wednesday, September 10th and Thursday, September 18th from 5:30-8:45 in the Library's Multipurpose Room.
Open to teens, adults, and children with caregivers.
Author Reading!
Corinne George, author of Alha disnii : My Truth : Words from a Wet'suwet'en Woman, is coming to Prince Rupert! Join us at the Library for her author reading.
Saturday, September 20th at 2pm in the Multipurpose Room.
Writer's Series
We are partnering with CMTN English professor Glenn Groulx for six free creative writing seminars! Each session will have a different subject. Choose the ones that interest you, or attend them all:
September 25th - Why write? Introduction to creative writing as a tool.
October 9th - Writing to learn for the classroom.
October 23rd - Writing to build and curate a professional portfolio.
November 6th - Writing to interact and connect.
November 20th - Writing to heal and grow.
December 4th - Writing to build a personal voice.
6-8pm in the Library's multipurpose room.
Attend in person or through zoom.
Writer's Social
Join our casual drop-in writer's group at the library! Open to anyone interested in pursuing creativity through writing.
There will be the option of warm-up prompts, short exercises, or working on existing projects. Sharing your work will always be encouraged, but is never mandatory.
Saturday September 27th from 2-4 in the Library's Multipurpose Room.
Talk Tenant Rights and Income Security with Paul Lagace!
We all know housing is a challenge, but did you know that a local Poverty Law Advocate/Coordinator comes to the Library once a month to answer any questions you have?
Paul Lagace will be at the Prince Rupert Library to discuss tenant rights and income security, as answer your questions and provide information on the following topics:
- Landlord Tenant laws
- Employment insurance
- Income assistance
- Human Rights
- Disability Assistance
- Employment standards
- CPP
Monday September 29th at the Library, 1 - 3 pm.
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Teen Book Club
Our Teen Book Club met to discuss their first read yesterday, The Maze Runner by James Dashner. Participants rated the book 4.5 stars and voted to continue in the same series with The Scorch Trials.
Congratulations to our door prize winner, we hope they enjoy their new copy of The Book Thief!
Any teens who are interested in joining can do so by:
Asking at the front desk,
Calling the Library at 250-627-1345,
or emailing circulation@princerupertlibrary.ca
Already read it? Come join for the discussion!
Tuesday, September 23rd. 3:30-4:30 in the Library's multipurpose room.
We're Hiring!
The Prince Rupert Library is looking for new staff. We're hiring in both part-time and casual staff. These are both union positions under the collective agreement between the Prince Rupert Public Library Board and CUPE Local 105-01.
The current listings close on September 12th and 13th respectively.
To learn more about these positions, click here!
P.S.
We'll be looking for library pages (high school students in grades 10 or 11) soon too. Watch our social media to be notified when the positions are listed.
Novel Ideas Auction!
So, it isn't exactly new, but it's back, and that's more than exciting enough.
Do you have a novel idea?
Have you ever been inspired by a book to create something magical? You could donate a creation, craft, or culinary delight to the Prince Rupert Library for the Novel Ideas Auction this fall.
There's plenty of time for an idea to strike.
Novel Idea Auction will be held Friday, November 7th, at 7pm at the Lester Centre. Doug Kydd will be the auctioneer.
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Children's Programs
Our usual Children's Programs are on hiatus at the moment. Sessions will resume in the fall, watch our social media to see what dates get announced.
Preschool Programs:
Babytime Rhymes, Tales for Twos, and Story Hour will require advance registration.
Create & Make will continue as a drop-in program on Thursdays when things start up again.
Tech Time with Tye!
Now with drop-in times:
Tuesdays 6 - 7 pm
Wednesdays 10 - 11 am
Thursdays 2 -3 pm
You can still book a one-on-one appointment with Tye. Whether you're finding technology overwhelming, or just want to brush up on your tech skills, Tye can help.
To request an appointment, ask for a form at the circulation desk or email Tye directly at twatson@princerupertlibrary.ca
Knit & Crochet Social
Every Thursday afternoon the Library hosts a cozy group of crafters. If you knit, crochet, or have a similarly portable textile based hobby, you should come and try it out.
This is a social event for self directed individuals to bring their personal projects.
Thursday afternoons, starting at 1pm
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We are so glad to have had the help we did this summer!
Lily made for an amazing Summer Reading Club coordinator. She brought so much creativity and enthusiasm to the role. She ran lively SRC programs over six weeks and the kids loved her.
We also had a tech student diligently working behind the scenes this summer. Matthew spent his summer digitizing a portion of our archived The Daily News, adding to what is now available online.
Lily and Matthew are both heading back to school for September, but they'll be missed.
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On a more material note, we have new library merch!
Introducing our library mugs, featuring our classic halibut logo designed by Henry Green. Mugs are available at the library for $15 (cash or cheque).
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Also, a big thank you to everyone who braved the weather with us to attend the Friendship House Block Party!
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A reminder that your Prince Rupert Library card also provides access to:
Libby (an app by overdrive) for e-books and audio books, Kanopy, a streaming app, and CELA (the Centre for Equitable Library Access).
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