Festivales y eventos

Teen Film Afternoon: a free program at San Diego County Library, Vista (700 Eucalyptus Avenue, Vista, CA 92084). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 3:45 PM to 5:45 PM. Join us for our weekly teen film afternoon program. For: Teens. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Sound Screenings Film and Discussion: The Man Who Came to Dinner (1941): a free program at Sno-Isle Libraries, Mukilteo Library (4675 Harbour Pointe Blvd, Mukilteo, WA 98275-4725). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Sound Screenings is an entirely admission-free series programmed and presented by Nate Beeler and Lizzy Palmer on behalf of Scarecrow Video. For: Adults. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

After the Fact: A Celebration of Female Folk Musicians: a free program at Sno-Isle Libraries, Langley Library (104 Second Street, Langley, WA 98260). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Join Joelle Berry, Ashley Eriksson, Camille Green, Annie Jesperson and Aria Peterman as they share the surprising stories and gorgeous songs of lesser known female folk music heroes. For: Adults. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Family Movie Night: a free program at Hennepin County Library, North Regional (1315 Lowry Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Kids and families. For: Families, Kids. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Theater Games: a free program at King County Library System, Renton Highlands (2801 NE 10th Street, Renton, WA 98056). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Step into the spotlight and explore theater through fun games, storytelling, movement, and improvisation while building confidence, creativity, and teamwork! For: Kids (Ages 6 to 8), Tweens (Ages 9 to 11). Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Preschool Dance Party: a free program at King County Library System, Tukwila (14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98168). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Get those wiggles out with fun music and dancing! For: Preschool (Ages 3 to 5). Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Movie Palaces and the Balaban and Katz Legacy: a free program at Chicago Public Library, Uptown (929 W. Buena Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613). When: Thursday, Dec 3, 2026, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Travel back in time to learn about the movie palace, a building type that holds many great memories for people coming of age in the early-mid 20 th century. For: Adults: 18 and up. Full details on the library's page.

As you stroll along 13th Avenue exploring the wonderful local shops and festive atmosphere, be sure to stop by Connaught Branch. We'll be open late on Thursday, December 3 for Light Up the Village! It is a free Regina Public Library program at Connaught Branch, on Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. About the Program Bring your coolest tiny treasures and swap them with other adults who love collecting fun little things! It is a free Waterloo Public Library program at Eastside Branch, on Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Non-branch location: Harbourview Lodge Continuing Care Centre, 22651 Highway 7, Sheet Harbour, NS B0J3B0 Drop by Harbourview Lodge Continuing Care Home for our Holiday Puppet Show! Enjoy a story, puppet show, and grab a treat bag from our special visitor. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Sheet Harbour Public Library, on Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Join us for a holiday film screening of A Christmas Carol (1951) The classic Dickens story about a bitter old man who's given a chance for redemption when three ghosts come to visit him on Christmas Eve. It is a free Toronto Public Library program at Mount Pleasant Library, on Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need a free ticket first. A free music event for everyone at Centre culturel et communautaire Henri-Lemieux (LaSalle), Montreal, on Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The full description (in French) is on the City of Montréal page.