Magazine Drive Month 
Magazines remain a favourite at the Nelson Public Library, with readers enjoying a diverse collection of titles covering everything from news and gardening to fashion and finance. March is Magazine Drive Month, inviting individuals, organizations, and businesses to support the magazine collection through donations that help keep it current and accessible for everyone. To learn more or contribute, visit the Library, call 250-352-6333, or email library@nelson.ca.
Friends of the Library: Spring Clean Out Sale!
The Friends are cleaning out their old stock to make room for new books! Come on down to the lower level of the library to buy a bag of books for one dollar or by donation. Lots of kids books available!
Friday, March 6: 12-5 pm
Saturday, March 7: 10-5 pm
Sunday, March 8: 1-3:30 pm

Digital Detox Series - Boots and Books Line Dancing
Join NPL and and Fabiola Gascon from Tapatia Collective for a rousing evening of line dancing in the library. No dancing experience necessary!
Friday, March 27th
7:00 - 9:00 pm

Slocan Park Mobile Library 
Our mobile library will be at Slocan Park Community Hall the last Tuesday of every month until the end of May. Stop by to peruse books or get a library card! 
Tech Drop In
Drop by on Thursday afternoons to ask general technology questions, get assistance with your devices, and a helping hand with troubleshooting issues.
Every Thursday
1:00 - 2:30 pm

Therese DesCamp Book Launch
Local Author Therese DesCamp will be launching her new collection of essays Hands Like Roots: Notes on an Entangled Contemplative Life. Join us as she discusses her new book, and answers your questions!
Saturday, March 21st
7:00 - 9:00 pm

 🐛 Kids Programs in March 🐛
 
Tuesdays 10:30 – 11 am | Book Babes
Rhymes, songs & stories for little ones from 0 to 18 months and their caregivers. Meet other families and enhance early literacy skills in a casual environment. *no Book Babes on March 17th 
 
Tuesdays 3:30 – 4:30 pm | Crafternoon
A weekly creative after-school hangout. Quick, fun craft projects for kids aged 5-13. Every week is a bit different. We’ve got the supplies – all you need to bring is your imagination! *no Crafternoon on March 17th 
 
Wednesday 3:30 – 4:30 pm | Drop-in Reading Buddies
For school-aged kids who would like to practice reading with a teen volunteer. Drop by on Wednesday afternoons! (Cancelled March 18 and 25 for Spring Break!)
 
Thursdays 10:30 – 11 am | Family Storytime
Drop by the library on Thursday mornings to share some favourite songs, rhymes and stories! Kids of all ages welcome for this happy half hour.

Tween Karaoke Party
If you’re between 10 and 14 and love singing your favourite songs, this monthly karaoke party is for you! Bring yourself, your voice, and your ears, and get ready to try out our karaoke machine.  
Monday, March 2nd 
3:30 to 4:30 pm

Saturday Storytime at the Mall!
Storytime is on tour! Join Emily to sing our favourite songs and hear some great stories at the Chahko Mika Mall.
Saturday, March 14th
10:30 - 11:00 am

Spring Break Special Event! Author Storytime and Craft with Rhonda Kirby
Join local author Rhonda Kirby to celebrate her latest children’s picture book Katie and Shine. Rhonda will share her book with us, and we will make a fun dog-themed craft! 
Thursday, March 26th
10:30 - 11:00 am
Snacks in the Stacks 🍎
Hungry? Learn how to make simple and nutritious snacks, and refuel after the school-day. Free for teens at NPL.
Thursday, March 5th and 12th
3:30 - 4:30 pm

Spring Break Specials for Teens!
 
Spring Break Fibre Lab
In this three-session workshop with West Kootenay Fibreshed, teens will learn to reclaim fibre by unraveling thrifted wool sweaters and preparing the yarn for reuse. Participants will learn basic knitting or crochet skills, and create a small finished project.
Tuesday, March 17: 1-3 pm
Friday and Saturday, March 20 and 21: 10-12 pm
Registration Preferred!
 
Spring Break Staycation Packs
Cozy up over Spring Break with a Library Staycation Pack! Kits include books, CDs, DVDs, microwave popcorn, and a drink.
March 23-29th
While supplies last!

Nelson Public Library
 602 Stanley Street
Nelson, British Columbia V1L 1N4
250-352-6333
https://nelson.bc.libraries.coop/