Talks and Lectures

Free talks, lectures, author meetings and panels.

November 2026

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Freeyo illustration, not a photo of Young Authors Club at Brighouse Library (Tuesdays, Nov 10 to 24, 2026)

Young Authors Club at Brighouse Library (Tuesdays, Nov 10 to 24, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Do you like to write? Have a story to tell? It is a free Richmond Public Library program at Brighouse Library, every Tuesday from November 10 to November 24, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Tuesdays, Nov 10 to 24, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Free
Family Friendly Indoor
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Creative Writing: A Practical Course at Woodlawn Public Library (Saturdays, Nov 14 to 28, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

This Creative Writing Course is aimed at the beginner and intermediate fiction writer. During these sessions, we'll take a practical approach to some of the common challenges writers face when embarking on a short story or a novel. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Woodlawn Public Library, every Saturday from November 14 to November 28, 2026, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Saturdays, Nov 14 to 28, 2026, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Free
Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of Seeing is Believing: How the Telescope Changed Who We Are & What We Know at Keshen Goodman Public Library (Sundays, Nov 15 to 29, 2026)

Seeing is Believing: How the Telescope Changed Who We Are & What We Know at Keshen Goodman Public Library (Sundays, Nov 15 to 29, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Tony Schellinck presents the history of astronomy in this 4-part lecture series that will dive into an understanding and discovery of the universe, as seen through telescopes. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Keshen Goodman Public Library, every Sunday from November 15 to November 29, 2026, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Sundays, Nov 15 to 29, 2026, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Free
Indoor
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Youth Talk at Clareview Library (Mondays, Nov 9 to 30, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Practice your communication skills and gain familiarity with Canadian society and culture in this conversation-based class designed for newcomer youth. This in-person class is offered in partnership with Action for Healthy Communities. It is a free Edmonton Public Library program at Clareview Library, every Monday from November 9 to November 30, 2026, 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM.

Mondays, Nov 9 to 30, 2026, 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Free
Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of Youth Talk at Castle Downs Library (Thursdays, Nov 12 to 26, 2026)

Youth Talk at Castle Downs Library (Thursdays, Nov 12 to 26, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Practice your communication skills and gain familiarity with Canadian society and culture in this conversation-based class designed for newcomer youth. This class is offered in partnership with Action for Healthy Communities. It is a free Edmonton Public Library program at Castle Downs Library, every Thursday from November 12 to November 26, 2026, 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Thursdays, Nov 12 to 26, 2026, 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Free
Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of Youth Talk at Londonderry Library (Fridays, Nov 13 to 27, 2026)

Youth Talk at Londonderry Library (Fridays, Nov 13 to 27, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Practice your communication skills and gain familiarity with Canadian society and culture in this conversation-based class designed for newcomer youth. This in person class is offered in partnership with Action for Healthy Communities. It is a free Edmonton Public Library program at Londonderry Library, every Friday from November 13 to November 27, 2026, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Fridays, Nov 13 to 27, 2026, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Free
Indoor
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Talk: Using Artificial Intelligence Effectively (Robert-Lussier Library, Repentigny)

Talks and Lectures

Important: free, but you need to register for free first. On November 25 or December 10, 2026, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., at the Robert-Lussier Library in Repentigny. The same talk is given twice by librarian Annie Bonin. Free.

November 25 and December 10, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM (same talk twice)
Free
Indoor
Illustration: Les Mercredis de l'histoire, Free Local History Talks at Bibliothèque Chrystine-Brouillet (Loretteville)

Les Mercredis de l'histoire, Free Local History Talks at Bibliothèque Chrystine-Brouillet (Loretteville)

Talks and Lectures In-Person

Once a month, the Société d'histoire de La Haute-Saint-Charles hosts an interactive talk on local history, and you are welcome to share your own stories on the theme. Wednesdays at 7:30 PM: December 2, 2026, then February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5, 2027, about 90 minutes, in French, for adults. Free entry (entrée libre), no reservation needed.

Wed Dec 2, 2026; Wed Feb 3, Mar 3, Apr 7 and May 5, 2027; 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM Bibliothèque Chrystine-Brouillet
Free
Indoor