Do I need a library card to attend workshops at the Boucherville library?

Most workshops at the Bibliothèque régionale de Boucherville are free and open to all residents, though some specialized programs may require a valid library card for registration.

What types of workshops are offered at the Boucherville library during winter?

Winter programming typically includes digital literacy classes for seniors, children's storytime sessions, book clubs for adults, craft workshops, and author meet-and-greets with local Quebec writers.

How far in advance can I register for Boucherville library workshops?

Registration for most workshops opens two weeks before the event date and can be done online through the library's website, by phone, or in person at the front desk.

Boucherville Library's Free Winter Workshop Schedule for Residents

The Bibliothèque de Boucherville has released its winter workshop lineup — free sessions running January through March that cover everything from digital skills to local history. Here's what residents need to know to take advantage of these community resources.

What workshops does Boucherville Library offer this winter?

The library is hosting twelve different workshops across three main tracks: technology basics, creative arts, and Quebec heritage. Sessions run Tuesday and Thursday evenings, plus Saturday mornings at the main branch on Chemin du Lac.

Here's the thing — spots fill fast. Last year's genealogy workshop had a waitlist of thirty people. Registration opens two weeks before each session, and Boucherville residents get priority booking.

How do you register for Boucherville Library workshops?

Sign up happens online through the Bibliothèque de Boucherville portal or by phone at 450-449-6200. You'll need your library card number (free for all Boucherville residents) and proof of address.

The catch? Some workshops have prerequisites. The intermediate digital photography session requires completion of the intro course — or demonstrable experience. That said, most beginner sessions have no requirements beyond curiosity and a willingness to learn.

Which workshops are worth your time?

That depends on your interests — but three sessions stand out based on instructor quality and practical value:

Workshop	Date	Best For
Introduction to Genealogy Research	Jan 18, 10am	Family history buffs
Smartphone Photography Basics	Feb 6, 6:30pm	Social media content creators
Les Patriotes de 1837: Local Connections	Mar 2, 2pm	History enthusiasts

Worth noting: the genealogy workshop includes access to Ancestry.ca Library Edition — a subscription service that normally costs $30/month.

Practical details

All workshops take place at the Bibliothèque de Boucherville main location (1001 Chemin du Lac). Parking is free. The library also runs a book sale concurrent with workshop season — browse the shelves before or after your session.

For residents of neighbouring municipalities (Sainte-Julie, Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville), non-resident fees apply ($15 per workshop). But if you live in Boucherville proper? Everything's covered by your tax dollars — might as well use what you're already paying for.

Questions about accessibility or special accommodations? Call the library directly — they're surprisingly responsive (and bilingual, naturally).