Prince Rupert Library - December 2025

In this newsletter:

December Events
Ongoing Programs

November Catch-up

Accessibility Version 

 

December Events

 



 

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, December 1st, 1-3 pm in the Library.
 



Digitization Workshops with Jeremy Pahl


Got tapes? Let's digitize them! 

We have the equipment to digitize cassettes, VHS, and DVDs, come learn how to use it!

Jeremy will be teaching patrons how to use the equipment. Once a patron has been through the training, they may sign up for a one hour time slot to digitize their materials. Jeremy will be on hand for to support individuals through this process.

Limited availability, register in person or call 250-627-1345.
Saturday, December 6th and 13th.



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.
 

Thursday, December 11th and 18th 5:30 - 8:30 pm.
Open to teens, adults, and children with caregivers.

 

Ongoing Programs 

 



 

Teen Book Club


We have finished reading Animal Farm by George Orwell, and our next book will be Hatchet by Gary Paulsen.

Any teens interested in joining should reach out to the library to request a copy. We can be contacted by phone, email, or visiting in person.
If you've already read it, come join the discussion.

250-627-1345 or circulation@princerupertlibrary.ca 

Tuesday, December 16th 3:30-4:30 pm.

 



Artist Meet-Up
 
Free drop-in art sessions are for anyone interested in creating art. All skill levels and mediums are welcome. 
Bring your project, inspiration, supplies, and some recent works to share!

1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month.

Next sessions
December 3rd and 17th 6:30-9 pm at the Prince Rupert Library
 
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. - Done!
October 9th - Writing to learn for the classroom. Done!
October 23rd - Writing to build and curate a professional portfolio. Cancelled.
November 6th - Writing to interact and connect. Done!
November 20th - Writing to heal and grow. Done!
December 4th - Writing to build a personal voice.

6-8pm in the Library's multipurpose room.
 



 

Create & Make


Our free drop-in afterschool program is up and running again! We've got LEGOS, games, and arts and crafts to keep kids entertained. This program is for children grade one and up. Kindergarteners are welcome with an adult caregiver. 

Thursdays 3:15 - 4:30 in the multipurpose room.

 





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.

 
 

November Catch-up

 
Early November was incredibly busy for us at the library. We wrapped up the annual book sale on November 2nd and had our Novel Idea Auction on the 7th. Thank you so much to all our patrons and the Friends of the Library for many hours of volunteer work.

So many patrons stepped up and donated beautiful and uniquely hand-crafted items to be featured in our auction. If you're wondering what sort of things were auctioned off, you can still check out the online gallery.

Things have calmed down for us after the auction, and we have been blown away by the generosity of our community. Thank you again to everyone who contributed and came out in support of our library.
 
We are also, of course, pleased to report that our salmon eggs are looking great. We look forward to watching them progress throughout the winter.


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.
 

Accessibility Version

 
December Events
Ongoing Programs
November Catch-up


December Events
December 1st, Monday         - Income Security and Tenant Rights 1-3 pm
December 2nd, Tuesday       - Babytime Rhymes 10:15-10:45 am
                                              - Tales for Twos 11:15-11:45 am
                                               - FoPRL Library book club 7 pm
December 3rd, Wednesday   - Tales for Twos 10:15-10:45 am
                                               - Babytime Rhymes 11:15-11:45 am
                                               - Story Hour 1:30-2:30 pm
                                               - Artist Meet-up 6:30-9 pm 
December 4th, Thursday       - Knit & Crochet Social 1 pm
                                               - Create & Make 3:15-4:30 pm
                                               - Writer's Seminar with Glenn Groulx 6-8 pm
December 6th, Saturday        - Digitization Workshop with Jeremy 
December 9th, Tuesday         - Babytime Rhymes 10:15-10:45 am
                                               - Tales for Twos 11:15-11:45 am
December 10th, Wednesday - Tales for Twos 10:15-10:45 am
                                               - Babytime Rhymes 11:14-11:45
                                               - Story Hour 1:30-2:30 pm
December 11th, Thursday      - Story Hour 10:30-11:30 am
                                               - Knit & Crochet Social 1 pm
                                               - Create & Make 3:15-4:30 pm
                                               - Games Night with Mike 5:30-8:30 pm
December 13th, Saturday     - Digitization Workshop with Jeremy
December 16th, Tuesday      -Teen Book Club 3:30-4:30 pm
December 17th, Wednesday - Artist Meet-up 6:30-9 pm
December 18th, Thursday     - Knit & Crochet Social 1 pm
                                              - Create & Make 3:15-4:30 pm
December 20th, Saturday     - Writer's Social 2-4 pm
December 24th, Wednesday - Library open 10 am - 12:30 pm
December 25th, Thursday     - Closed
December 26th, Friday          - Closed
December 27th, Saturday     - Closed
December 28th, Sunday       - Closed
December 31st, Wednesday - Library open 10 am - 12:30 pm
January 1st, Thursday          - Closed
 

Tech Time with Tye drop in times:
Tuesday 6-7 pm, Wednesdays 10-11 am, and Thursdays 2-3 pm





                                     

 
 
 
 
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, December 1st, 1-3 pm in the Library.

 

 
Digitization Workshops with Jeremy Pahl

Got tapes? Let's digitize them! 

We have the equipment to digitize cassettes, VHS, and DVDs, come learn how to use it!

Jeremy will be teaching patrons how to use the equipment. Once a patron has been through the training, they may sign up for a one hour time slot to digitize their materials. Jeremy will be on hand for to support individuals through this process.

Limited availability, register in person or call 250-627-1345.
Saturday, December 6th and 13th.

 

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.

Thursday, December 11th & 18th 5:30 - 8:30 pm.
Open to teens, adults, and children with caregivers.

 
 
Ongoing Programs



Teen Book Club
 

We have finished reading Animal Farm by George Orwell, and our next book will be Hatchet by Gary Paulsen.

Any teens interested in joining should reach out to the library to request a copy. We can be contacted by phone, email, or visiting in person.
If you've already read it, come join the discussion.

250-627-1345 or circulation@princerupertlibrary.ca 

Tuesday, December 16th 3:30-4:30 pm.
 

 

Artist Meet-Up
 
Free drop-in art sessions are for anyone interested in creating art. All skill levels and mediums are welcome. 
Bring your project, inspiration, supplies, and some recent works to share!

1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month.

Next sessions
December 3rd & 17th 6:30-9 pm at the Prince Rupert Library



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. - Done!
October 9th - Writing to learn for the classroom. - Done!
October 23rd - Writing to build and curate a professional portfolio. - Cancelled.
November 6th - Writing to interact and connect.  - Done!
November 20th - Writing to heal and grow.  - Done!
December 4th - Writing to build a personal voice.

6-8pm in the Library's multipurpose room.
 

Create & Make
 
Our free drop-in afterschool program is up and running again! We've got LEGOS, games, and arts and crafts to keep kids entertained. This program is for children grade one and up. Kindergarteners are welcome with an adult caregiver. 

Thursdays 3:15 - 4:30 in the multipurpose room.
No session December 4th.
 


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
 
November Catch-up
Early November was incredibly busy for us at the library. We wrapped up the annual book sale on November 2nd and had our Novel Idea Auction on the 7th. Thank you so much to all our patrons and the Friends of the Library for many hours of volunteer work.

So many patrons stepped up and donated beautiful and uniquely hand-crafted items to be featured in our auction. If you're wondering what sort of things were auctioned off, you can still check out the online gallery.

Things have calmed down for us after the auction, and we have been blown away by the generosity of our community. Thank you again to everyone who contributed and came out in support of our library.

We are also, of course, pleased to report that our salmon eggs are looking great. We look forward to watching them progress throughout the winter.
 
 
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).