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The City of Yellowknife acknowledges that we are located in Chief Drygeese territory. From time immemorial, it has been the traditional land of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation, and more recently, the homeland of the North Slave Métis Alliance. We respect the histories, languages, and cultures of First Nations, Metis, Inuit, and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

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 The library is happy to offer the following programs for adults, children, and teens.

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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 the library at 920-5642. 

 

Monthly Book Club

Join us each month to read and discuss the book of the month with fellow local readers. Call or email the library to register and request a copy of the current book.

 

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!

Children (birth to 12 years old)

Take Home Escape Room (ages 8-12)

Borrow one of our Nahanni themed take home escape rooms and test your wits. Record your time to complete the puzzles and let us know how long it took you, when you return the package for a chance to win a prize!

 

Tuesday Toddler Time  18-36 months 

Let your toddler explore the world through stories, rhymes, finger plays and songs that reinforce language development and learning. This lively and interactive program offers special one-on-one time for children and their caregivers. Admission is free.  Dayhomes are welcome.

Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Library Meeting Room

 May 31 to June 21  

Wednesday Pre-School Story Time 3 - 5 years 

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. - 11:00 a.m. (craft is from 10:30 to 11 am -  patrons may stay to work on or take home) 

Library Meeting Room

 June 1 to June 22 

 

Thursday Baby Time 0 - 18 months 

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 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Library Meeting Room

June 2 to June 23  

 

Teens (12-18 years old)

Themed Monthly Artistic Contests

The library hosts a variety of artistically themed contests to promote the arts and encourage creativity and skill development. Contact us to find out what contests are currently running and upcoming. See some examples of our past contest winners below!

 

 

Outdoors Family Book Bingo 2021 Winners

Congratulations to Emma Wheeler for winning the Family Book Bingo grand prize draw! Congratulations also to Aisha Benning and Elaine Weng for winning the runner up prizes!

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2021 Summer Family Book Bingo!

June, 2021 YPL Photography Contest Submissions

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April, 2021 YPL Poetry Contest Winners

Thank you to all of the local poets who participated in our Poetry Month Contest. Please see below for the winning entries. 

  • Adult Winner: Dissolving by Elaine Gillespie 
  • Older Children Winner: Untitled by Clara Hazenberg
  • Younger Children Winner: I Wish I Live in a Library by Sebastian Bernabe

March, 2021 YPL Textile Arts Contest Winners

Thank you to all of the talented individuals who shared their textile crafts with us this month. It is amazing to see the skills in our community! 

  • Junior Winner: Annika Atkins "Lighthouse" embroidery
  • Clothing Winner: Alicia Stawnichy "Ukrainian shirt and mask"
  • Quilting Winner: Hazel Wainwright "Northern Lights"
  • "Other" Category Winner: Emma Borger "The Owl" felt piece  

February, 2021 YPL Visual Arts Contest Winners

Thank you to everyone who submitted artwork for our visual arts contest!

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  • Adult Winner: Kalem Loomis 
  • Youth Winner: Sarephine Connell
  • Older Children Winner: Annika Halstead
  • Younger Children Winner: Sebastian Bernabe

January, 2021 YPL Short Story Competition Winners

Thank you to everyone who submitted short stories for our writing competition. Our judges were blown away by the talent of our Yellowknife writers. The winning stories are available here for everyone to enjoy!

Adult Category

The Feast by Amber Henry

Teen Category

Raided by Zach Chung

Child Category

Stuck in LA by Pontiac Mace

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