Public Library-Programs

Adults

Book a Librarian

Yellowknife Public Library offers a fast growing collection of online resources, including ebooks and audiobooks. We invite you to meet one-on-one with a librarian to learn how to download e-books, and Audiobooks from the library's collection onto your e-reader, mobile device, or laptop.

You can also learn how to use the library's other great digital resources including Rocket Languages and Freegal Music.

To book your session call 867-669-3401 to speak with our public services librarian. 

Colour Me Happy

Colouring is a great way to de-stress and have fun! Check out our selection of colouring sheets and supplies for adults & teens in the magazine area. Plus, you can submit your masterpiece for a chance to win a great prize!

Name That Tune Contest 

Try your hand at guessing the songs, artists, and hidden word on the contest form below. Return to the library by March 16, 2025 to enter for the draw! 

Please click here for entry form 

Clubs

Join one of our community clubs for a fun time learning new skills and meeting new people! Regular clubs include: Chess, Knitting, Board Games, Meditation, and Book Club!

Wednesday Story Time 2 - 4 years Drop In Program 

Story Time is a fun way to introduce your child to the joys of books and learning. Join us for stories, fun, and crafts in the library meeting room. We ask that a parent or caregiver attend with the child. Admission is free. Dayhomes are welcome.

Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  - No programs on Statutory Holidays or March Break 

Library Meeting Room

January 15 to June 18 

Thursday Baby Time 0 - 18 months Drop In Program 

Join us for a program that introduces you and your baby to the joy of music, rhyme, lap play, and more. This early childhood literacy program is for children aged 18 months and younger and their parent or caregiver. Siblings welcome. Admission is free.

Thursdays, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. (Last half hour is socialization time) - No programs on Statutory Holidays or March Break 

Library Meeting Room

January 16 to June 19 

Guess Your Favourite Storybook Character Contest 

How many famous Storybook Characters are you able to name from their pictures? The Yellowknife Public Library invites you to try your hand at this contest!

Drop by the Yellowknife Public Library to pick up your entry form or visit www.yellowknife.ca/ypl  children’s programs to obtain.  Program runs till March 16, 2025

Program open to children ages 3 to 8. Winner will be drawn from all entries that have the most correct answers. 

Click here for contest entry form 

Colour Me Happy

Colouring is a great way to de-stress and have fun! Check out our selection of colouring sheets and supplies for adults & teens in the magazine area. Plus, you can submit your masterpiece for a chance to win a great prize!

Colour Me Happy

Colouring is a great way to de-stress and have fun! Check out our selection of colouring sheets and supplies for adults & teens in the magazine area. Plus, you can submit your masterpiece for a chance to win a great prize!

Clubs

Join one of our community clubs for a fun time learning new skills and meeting new people! Regular clubs include: Chess, Knitting, Board Games, Meditation, and Book Club!

Puzzles and Games

Like to solve riddles, puzzles, brain teasers and more? Come work on one of our community puzzles, solve one of our mystery box riddles, or if you're feeling adventurous sign up for our next escape room challenge!