April 2026 @ Your Library!

April is packed with activities for all ages at the library! We hope you’ll join us for a fun and exciting month of programs and events.

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East Ferris Community

Flea Market

When: Saturday May 2nd, 2026

8:00am - 2:00pm

Where: Indoor event at the East Ferris Community Centre

Sellers, craftspeople, artisans and artists welcome.

Reserve Your Table

Adult Craft Night!

Project: Steampunk Jewellery

Mon, April 13th at 6:00pm

Come craft, create, and enjoy a fun night out!

We’ll provide all the materials you need, but you’re welcome to bring special items to personalize your design.

Free to attend.

Limited spots - registration required.

RSVP

Alzheimer Society Presentation:

Introduction to Dementia

Mon, April 27th at 3:00pm

This presentation provides general knowledge and awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, communication tips as well as the programs and services offered by the Alzheimer Society.

Coffee and cookies provided.

Free to attend. Advance registration encouraged; walk-ins also welcome!

RSVP

Board Game Social!

Tuesday, April 21st at 1:00pm

Spend a fun-filled afternoon playing the locally made game Tripped!

Enjoy coffee, cookies, and popcorn while you play!

We’ll have multiple copies available so everyone can join in. No experience necessary.

Tripped is a fun, fast-paced, light strategy game that’s easy to learn and enjoyable for all skill levels.

Free drop-in, no sign up required.

Crafting with Neighbours!

Project: Bookbinding Journals

Wed, April 15th at 2:00pm

Join us at the library for a hands-on session where you’ll create your own bound journal from start to finish using recycled books.

Free to attend.

Limited spots - registration required.

RSVP

Cook Book - Book Club

Monday, April 20th at 5:30 pm

Bring a dish - taste a dish! A great way to try new recipes.

This month’s theme is “Crêpe Expectations" featuring your favourite crepe recipes.

Contact the library for more info.

French Conversation Café

Mondays at 1:00pm

Looking to improve your French language skills? Join our Conversation Group!

All levels welcome.

Meet new people, practice and have fun!

Free drop-in, no signup required.

PJ Night - Soirée Pyjama

Bilingual Program

Wednesday, April 1st

From 6:00pm - 7pm

Join us for storytime, egg decotating, and an egg hunt!

All ages welcome.

Free drop-in - no sign up required.

Children under 10 years must be accompanied by a caregiver 12 years or older.

Kid's Craft Night!

Wednesday, April 8th

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Design your own custom buttons!

All ages welcome.

Free drop-in, no sign up required.

Children under 10 years must be accompanied by a caregiver 12 years or older.

Kid's Karaoke Night!

Tuesday, April 14th

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us for some karaoke and DIY bookmarks!

All ages welcome.

Free drop-in, no sign up required.

Children under 10 years must be accompanied by a caregiver 12 years or older.

Early Learners' Playgroup!

Bilingual Program

Wednesday, April 22nd

(4th Wednesday of every month)

11:15am - 12:15pm

Join us every month for daytime stories and activities!

This month’s activity:

Rock Painting!

All ages welcome.

Free drop-in, no sign up required.

Youth Afterschool Drop-In!

For Youth 10+

Wednesday, April 29th

3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Come hang out at the lounge for some video games, friendship bracelets & snacks!

Free drop-in, no sign up required.

"Start Your Next Chapter Here"

Remember That Day by Mary Balogh

A soldier and a pacifist make the unlikeliest of pairs, but when passion sparks, there’s nothing that can prevent their love from igniting.

The Crossroads by C.J. Box

Game warden Joe Pickett fights for his life as his daughters try to uncover who shot him and left him for dead in this riveting new novel from #1 New York Times bestseller C. J. Box.

The Shop on Hidden Lane by Jayne Ann Krentz

New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz dives into an enthralling new romantic suspense novel filled with deeply entrenched grudges, psychic dangers, and a conspiracy that threatens not only two families but also the entire paranormal community.

Meet Libby!

The one-tap reading app from your library.

Libby allows you to borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more from your local library for Free!

Try Libby on your phone or tablet.

Check out our Library of Things - Free items to borrow with your library card!

Family pass to Ingenium, Canada's Museums of Science and Innovation in Ottawa now available with your library card!

Bake something fun! The library has lots of cake pans to borrow for birthdays, parties, and special occasions.

Family pass to the North Bay Museum now available with your library card!

Click here to check out more items from our Library of Things!

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Free Tech Help

Cick the button below to book a free tech lesson here at the library.

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Mango Languages

*FREE with your East Ferris Library card!

Mango Languages is an online learning platform with self-paced, interactive courses in 70+ languages including American Sign Language. Click the button below for more info.

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Cricut Cutter Lessons

Learn to use the cricut cutter for all sorts of projects!

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Ancestry Available!

Did you know you can access Ancestry at the library? Come discover your family tree today free of charge. Visit the library and use one of our computers or your own device to access ancestry and start discovering your past.

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