We will be closed on Monday, May 19.
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This one's for teens, adults,
and newcomers to Nelson!
 
Wildlife Safety at Home
 
Learn about bear safety and wildlife attractant management with Lisa from WildSafeBC. WildSafe evolved out of the highly successful Bear Aware program and is  delivered by the British Columbia Conservation Foundation--a place to discover wild facts, safety advice and conflict reduction strategies for wildlife species in British Columbia. Join us:
Thursday, May 22
4:00 - 5:00 pm
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Intro to the Tech Hub – Digitization Station!
Come learn how to convert your vinyl records, video tapes, cassettes, slides, and negatives into digital form.
Thursday, May 1 @ 12:15 - 1:30pm
Thursday, May 15 @ 5:15 - 6:30pm
 
Intro to the Tech Hub – Recording Studio!
Come learn about how to record video, podcasts, music, and more in the library’s recording and photography studio. Lighting kit, green screen , and SLR camera included!
Wednesday, May 7 @ 5:15 - 6:30pm
Tuesday, May 20 @ 10:30 - 11:45am
 
Plus, always: Tech Drop-in happens every Thursday
from 1 - 2:30pm. Bring your device and your questions!
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Cookies and Conversation
Wednesdays, May 7 and 21, June 4 and 18
 
Practice your English skills at this drop-in program for newcomer adults. Bring your kids! Toys, games, and crafts available for children ages 0-5. Tea and cookies provided.
 
To register or learn more contact: Katherine Van der Veen, Settlement Worker, nelsonsettlement@cbal.org, or text 250-505-6047.
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Book Launch!

Author and artist Abby Wilson, who runs the popular website West Kootenay Hiking, has just published a brand new hiking book for the area. She’ll launch the guidebook West Kootenay Hiking with a multimedia presentation. Join us:
Saturday, May 31  
7:00pm
 
Otter books will be on hand with copies for sale.
 
Saturday Storytime Join us May 17
details here.
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Did you know that free children's events happen every week?
  • Every Tuesday at 10:30am is Book Babes- Bring your 0 to 18-month-olds for rhymes, songs & stories! A great way to meet other parents and caregivers, and enhance early literacy skills in a casual environment.
  • Every Thursday at 10:30am is Storytime - Sing your favourite songs and hear some great stories! All ages welcome. 
  • Every Tuesday at 3:30pm is Crafternoon - Crafts, LEGO, DatoDuo, STEAM stations & more! Every week is a bit different! Geared for 5-13 year olds.
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Author visit & performance!
 
Artist and storyteller Naomi Steinberg will share her new book, Goosefeather, using the unique Japanese storytelling form kamishibai. This free event  is ideal for ages six and up.The performance is followed by an interactive show-and-tell, with plenty of time for questions. Join us on
Saturday, May 31 at 11am 
 
in the Library’s downstairs programming room!
 
There are always good things in the Teen Scene
Plus comfy chairs, games, two computers, and more. We try to keep the Teen Scene well stocked with things teens need. Please spread the word about our
 
Period products call-out!
All done with menstrual products? Still have pads and tampons cluttering up your bathroom cabinets? NPL is seeking donations of period products for our Teen Wellness project. Questions? Contact emaconachie@yahoo.ca
 
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The Library stands in solidarity with the Moose Hide Campaign
Take action to end violence against women and children. Join the Walk to End Violence on
Thursday, May 15
noon
Nelson City Hall
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Nelson Public Library
 602 Stanley Street
Nelson, British Columbia V1L 1N4
250-352-6333
https://nelson.bc.libraries.coop/