Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for this high energy program. Come ready to dance, sing and play instruments! All ages. Mondays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035
Engaging activities specially formulated for you and your baby, followed by free play. Enjoy a tickle and some bouncing, lots of songs and some board books. Ages birth - 18 months. Mondays from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035.
Belleville Public Library's Adult Chess Club is for ages 18 and up. The club meets on Mondays at 5:30pm. Bring your own chess board or borrow one from the library and meet with fellow chess players for a friendly game. All skill levels are invited to this informal, self-led program. To register call (613) 968-6731 […]
Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, finger rhymes, felt stories, and music during this interactive program. Ages 19 months to 4 years. Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035
Join our French Conversation Circle and practice your French speaking skills. There is no registration for this free, drop in program. The French Conversation Circle meets in the second floor cookbook nook on Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm. For more information, please contact the Information Services Dept at 613-968-6731 x 2037 or email us at infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. Note - […]
New to computers? This beginner-friendly course is for you! Over 6 weeks, we will cover the basics, including an introduction to Windows, navigating files and folders, browsing the internet safely, and using Gmail. Weekly lessons build on each other and so participants are expected to attend every week. The spring course runs April 2 to May […]
Creative Fibres is a social circle for all fibre arts: knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, cross stich, embroidery, felt work, and more! Creative Fibres meets every Wednesday at 5:30pm in the second floor cookbook Reading Nook. To register call (613) 968-6731 ext. 2037 or email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. Drop ins are welcome, but we encourage you to register if you'd like notifications about any updates or […]
Join us for a bi-weekly evening of chess fun! Players of all skill levels are welcome. For children & youth aged 9 - 17. This is a drop-in program. Biweekly on Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Children 10 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Drop-in program. 1st Floor Children's Program Room.
The Collective meets every other Thursday in the Library’s 2nd floor Board Room. Join other writers to chat about your work, get ideas, and gain insight on how to improve your writing. Writers’ groups are a great place to encourage yourself and others to meet your writing goals, whether you’re writing fiction or nonfiction. Registration […]
Bring your creativity & supplies to this guided drawing session. You will be amazed at what you can create! Open to all skill levels. Guided workshop – admission is free! Space is limited so please register. To register: email gallery@bellevillelibrary.ca or call 613-968-6731 x2040
Looking for a great family hang out on a Saturday morning? Children of all ages can enjoy a fun art or science activity. Use our building materials and see what you can build! The Saturday Kids' Club runs every Saturday from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the 1st Floor Children’s Program Room. All ages. […]
Cultural Echoes Narratives for Cello and Piano performance by Luke Bell and Jaeyoung Chong sponsored by McDougall Insurance Saturday, May 3, 2025, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Gallery 1 – Doors will open at 1:30 p.m. FREE event – everyone welcome!
Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for this high energy program. Come ready to dance, sing and play instruments! All ages. Mondays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035
Engaging activities specially formulated for you and your baby, followed by free play. Enjoy a tickle and some bouncing, lots of songs and some board books. Ages birth - 18 months. Mondays from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035.
Belleville Public Library's Adult Chess Club is for ages 18 and up. The club meets on Mondays at 5:30pm. Bring your own chess board or borrow one from the library and meet with fellow chess players for a friendly game. All skill levels are invited to this informal, self-led program. To register call (613) 968-6731 […]
Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, finger rhymes, felt stories, and music during this interactive program. Ages 19 months to 4 years. Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035
“Create your own Tom Thompson” – acrylic on canvas, 12″x12″ This class is FULL While Tom Thompson was not officially part of the Group of Seven, having died before the group formed, he was very much a part of their early artistic explorations. In this workshop, we are inspired by his famous paintings of the […]
Join our French Conversation Circle and practice your French speaking skills. There is no registration for this free, drop in program. The French Conversation Circle meets in the second floor cookbook nook on Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm. For more information, please contact the Information Services Dept at 613-968-6731 x 2037 or email us at infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. Note - […]
New to computers? This beginner-friendly course is for you! Over 6 weeks, we will cover the basics, including an introduction to Windows, navigating files and folders, browsing the internet safely, and using Gmail. Weekly lessons build on each other and so participants are expected to attend every week. The spring course runs April 2 to May […]
Creative Fibres is a social circle for all fibre arts: knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, cross stich, embroidery, felt work, and more! Creative Fibres meets every Wednesday at 5:30pm in the second floor cookbook Reading Nook. To register call (613) 968-6731 ext. 2037 or email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. Drop ins are welcome, but we encourage you to register if you'd like notifications about any updates or […]
Wednesday, May 7, 6:30pm Belleville Public Library's Novel Nights Book Club meets on the first Wednesday evening of the month in the 2nd floor Board Room. At this meeting we will be discussing The Women by Kristin Hannah. Spaces are limited and registration is required. Please email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca to register.
*Queer Space* is an inclusive social gathering for members of the LGBTQ2SIA+ community taking place monthly at the Belleville Public Library. If you are over the age of 16 and looking to meet new people, make friends, ask questions, or simply spend an evening amongst other queer people, we’d love for you to join us. Don't […]
Looking for a great family hang out on a Saturday morning? Children of all ages can enjoy a fun art or science activity. Join us to make baskets for Mother's Day. Make some special gifts for a special person in your life. All ages. Drop-in program. Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1st Floor […]
At Belleville Public Library, we are happy to help secondary school students obtain their community hours. We try to accommodate as many teens as we can in helping them expand their professional experience through community aid. To learn more about our Teen Volunteer Program and to register for this volunteer session, visit our Teen Volunteer […]
Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for this high energy program. Come ready to dance, sing and play instruments! All ages. Mondays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035
Engaging activities specially formulated for you and your baby, followed by free play. Enjoy a tickle and some bouncing, lots of songs and some board books. Ages birth - 18 months. Mondays from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035.
Bring your smart phone, tablet, iPad, or laptop and your questions! No registration required. For more information call 613-968-6731 x 2037
Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, finger rhymes, felt stories, and music during this interactive program. Ages 19 months to 4 years. Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035
“Create your own Tom Thompson” – acrylic on canvas, 12″x12″ While Tom Thompson was not officially part of the Group of Seven, having died before the group formed, he was very much a part of their early artistic explorations. In this workshop, we are inspired by his famous paintings of the lakes, rocks, inlets and […]
Join our French Conversation Circle and practice your French speaking skills. There is no registration for this free, drop in program. The French Conversation Circle meets in the second floor cookbook nook on Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm. For more information, please contact the Information Services Dept at 613-968-6731 x 2037 or email us at infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. Note - […]
Pepper Children will read individually to a St. John Ambulance therapy dog (and her handler) in our 1st Floor Program Room where young readers can feel comfortable, confident — and have fun! After all, a dog will not correct you or make you feel awkward if you stumble. For Beginner/Reluctant Readers ages 5 and up. […]
Creative Fibres is a social circle for all fibre arts: knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, cross stich, embroidery, felt work, and more! Creative Fibres meets every Wednesday at 5:30pm in the second floor cookbook Reading Nook. To register call (613) 968-6731 ext. 2037 or email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. Drop ins are welcome, but we encourage you to register if you'd like notifications about any updates or […]
Over 4 weeks, learn basic coding and programming skills with Micro:Bit, a pocket sized computer! Ages 8-12. Led by a teen Science Fair winner and a Belleville Public Library staff member, this workshop runs over 4 weeks from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays May 14, 21, 28 and June 4. Registration is required. To […]
Ruby Children will read individually to a St. John Ambulance therapy dog (and her handler) in our 1st Floor Program Room where young readers can feel comfortable, confident — and have fun! After all, a dog will not correct you or make you feel awkward if you stumble. For Beginner/Reluctant Readers ages 5 and up. […]
Join us for a bi-weekly evening of chess fun! Players of all skill levels are welcome. For children & youth aged 9 - 17. This is a drop-in program. Biweekly on Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Children 10 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Drop-in program. 1st Floor Children's Program Room.
The Collective meets every other Thursday in the Library’s 2nd floor Board Room. Join other writers to chat about your work, get ideas, and gain insight on how to improve your writing. Writers’ groups are a great place to encourage yourself and others to meet your writing goals, whether you’re writing fiction or nonfiction. Registration […]
Join us for a special event with Bay of Quinte Pride! Come in and check out a living book—a real person with a real story. At this unique event, you’re invited to sit down, share space, and have an honest, one-on-one conversation about what it’s like to be queer in today’s world. This Living Library is part […]
Looking for a great family hang out on a Saturday morning? Children of all ages can enjoy a fun art or science activity. Create the things you find a garden, from plants to insect visitors. All ages. Drop-in program. Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1st Floor Children’s Program Room. For more information, click here or […]
Belleville Public Library and John M. Parrott Art Gallery will be closed on Monday, May 19, 2025 for Victoria Day.
Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, finger rhymes, felt stories, and music during this interactive program. Ages 19 months to 4 years. Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035
“Bug’s Eye View” – watercolour on paper, 8″x6″ From the branches of a serviceberry bush, we look out at the bright spring sun and smell the lovely, tiny white blossoms. Using masking fluid and some odd tools, we will create this pretty spring scene as we practice our brushstrokes and layering. Each 3-hour workshop, led […]
Angus Children will read individually to a St. John Ambulance therapy dog (and her handler) in our 1st Floor Program Room where young readers can feel comfortable, confident — and have fun! After all, a dog will not correct you or make you feel awkward if you stumble. For Beginner/Reluctant Readers ages 5 and up. […]
Creative Fibres is a social circle for all fibre arts: knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, cross stich, embroidery, felt work, and more! Creative Fibres meets every Wednesday at 5:30pm in the second […]
Over 4 weeks, learn basic coding and programming skills with Micro:Bit, a pocket sized computer! Ages 8-12. Led by a teen Science Fair winner and a Belleville Public Library staff member, this workshop runs over 4 weeks from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays May 14, 21, 28 and June 4. Registration is required. To […]
Looking for a great family hang out on a Saturday morning? Children of all ages can enjoy a fun art or science activity. Calling all junior paleontologists! Learn all about fossils through fun hands-on activities. All ages. Drop-in program. Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1st Floor Children’s Program Room. For more information, click here or […]
Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for this high energy program. Come ready to dance, sing and play instruments! All ages. Mondays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035
Engaging activities specially formulated for you and your baby, followed by free play. Enjoy a tickle and some bouncing, lots of songs and some board books. Ages birth - 18 months. Mondays from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035.
Belleville Public Library's Adult Chess Club is for ages 18 and up. The club meets on Mondays at 5:30pm. Bring your own chess board or borrow one from the library and meet with fellow chess players for a friendly game. All skill levels are invited to this informal, self-led program. To register call (613) 968-6731 […]
Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, finger rhymes, felt stories, and music during this interactive program. Ages 19 months to 4 years. Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. First Floor Children's Program Room. This is a drop-in program. For more information, click here or please call 613-968-6731 #2035
Tuesday, May 27, 2:00pm ***Wait List*** The Afternoon Book Club is the place to be for great books and plenty of lively discussion. We will be meeting in the Board Room on the second floor of the library. At this meeting we will be discussing In the Upper Country by Kai Thomas. Spaces are limited and registration […]
Join our French Conversation Circle and practice your French speaking skills. There is no registration for this free, drop in program. The French Conversation Circle meets in the second floor cookbook nook on Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm. For more information, please contact the Information Services Dept at 613-968-6731 x 2037 or email us at infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. Note - […]
Creative Fibres is a social circle for all fibre arts: knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, cross stich, embroidery, felt work, and more! Creative Fibres meets every Wednesday at 5:30pm in the second […]
Wednesday, May 28: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m Life Drawing from a Nude Model There will be no instructor at this workshop. We supply the model, you supply the drawing materials! Registration required - ages 18+ Suggested donations of $5 will be accepted and appreciated! Contact the Gallery for more information and to register: gallery@bellevillelibrary.ca 613-968-6731 […]
Over 4 weeks, learn basic coding and programming skills with Micro:Bit, a pocket sized computer! Ages 8-12. Led by a teen Science Fair winner and a Belleville Public Library staff member, this workshop runs over 4 weeks from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays May 14, 21, 28 and June 4. Registration is required. To […]
Join us for a bi-weekly evening of chess fun! Players of all skill levels are welcome. For children & youth aged 9 - 17. This is a drop-in program. Biweekly on Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Children 10 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Drop-in program. 1st Floor Children's Program Room.
The Collective meets every other Thursday in the Library’s 2nd floor Board Room. Join other writers to chat about your work, get ideas, and gain insight on how to improve your writing. Writers’ groups are a great place to encourage yourself and others to meet your writing goals, whether you’re writing fiction or nonfiction. Registration […]
Join us for a fun and fabulous morning with Drag Queen Betty Baker as we celebrate stories that celebrate inclusion, diversity, and respect. Registration required with a Belleville Library or Quinte West Library card — space is limited! To register, call 613-968-6731 x2035, email cys@bellevillelibrary.ca or register online here.
Looking for a great family hang out on a Saturday morning? Children of all ages can enjoy a fun art or science activity. Join us for nature learning fun! The Saturday Kids' Club runs every Saturday from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the 1st Floor Children’s Program Room. All ages. Drop-in program. For more […]
She'll be sharing stories, answering your questions about life as a drag performer - and beyond! Whether you're curious about makeup, performance, identity, or just want to hang out and have fun, this is your chance to connect in a safe, welcoming space. This event is free and open for youth ages 12-18. In partnership […]
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