Upcoming Events

Carstairs Public Library

Summer Employment Opportunity

Mar 29, 2018 to May 19, 2018

Summer Student position available at the library to facilitate the TD Summer Reading Club progam. Please review the attached poster before submitting an application.

Carstairs Public Library Engagement Site

Introduction to Yoga

Apr 11, 2018 to May 2, 2018

Join us at the library for this FREE Yoga series with Jen Begin of Carstairs Jazzercise. Find out the benefits of Yoga and learn the various types of Yoga Poses and breathing techniques.

Community Engagement Site at the Carstairs Public Library

Community Connections Afternoon at the Movies

Apr 11, 2018 to Jun 30, 2018
1:00

Join us for a FREE movie presentation on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Movie starts at 1:00 and complimentary popcorn and juice or tea are provided.

Carstairs Public Library

Carstairs Library Board Meeting

Apr 17, 2018 to Nov 20, 2018
Third Tuesday of each month, 7:00 PM

Board meetings are open to the public.

Carstairs Public Library

Needle Crafters Group

Apr 19, 2018 to Jun 14, 2018
Thursday afternoons, 1:00 - 4:00 PM

Join us Thursdays if you have a passion for needle crafts: knit, crochet, or embroidery. Everyone welcome and bring your current needle project.

Carstairs Public Library

Discover With Me

Apr 19, 2018 to Dec 27, 2018
Thursdays at 10:30 AM

Discover With Me! Preschoolers and their grown up will enjoy stories and interactive activities together. Thursday mornings starting at 10:30 AM Drop-in and join us!

Carstairs Public Library

Story Time and Crafts

Apr 19, 2018 to Dec 27, 2018
Thursday evenings, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

Stories, crafts, and games for children ages 3+ Check out this month's activities poster!

Carstairs Public Library

The Teen Scene

Apr 21, 2018 to Jun 16, 2018
1:00 PM

For Teens only...bring your friends and hang out at the library doing a different activity on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Follow us on Facebook to see the monthly activities. FREE but registration preferred but drop-ins also welcome.

Carstairs Public Library

Rhyme Time

Apr 24, 2018 to May 29, 2018
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Spring Session of Rhyme Time starts on April 24. Register early to avoid disappointment as space is limited and it fills up quickly! Register with MVCALS online at: https://mvcals.org/

Carstairs Public Library

Introduction to Hypnosis

Apr 25, 2018

Join Carstairs’ own Robin Popowich, Clinical Hypnotherapist & Certified Meditation Instructor for this entertaining and educational FREE Seminar. Learn how it can help over-come a variety of conditions improving and changing lives.

Carstairs Public Library

Book Clubs for Adults

Apr 25, 2018 to May 22, 2018
2:00 PM and 7:00 PM

Join us on the 4th Wednesday of each month for Book Club discussions in the afternoon or evening (or both). Open to everyone.

Carstairs Public Library

Community Connections Arts and Crafts

Apr 25, 2018 to May 23, 2018

Join us on the 4th Wednesday evening of each month for an adult Arts & Crafts evening. FREE but registration is required.

Carstairs Public Library Engagement Site

HEART Group

May 2, 2018 to May 23, 2018

HEART (Healing, Expression, Art, Respect and Transformation) This is a FREE 4 week guided session to self love for women and children presented by Mountain View Emergency Shelter Society. Contact Sharman at 403-586-4765 to register.

Carstairs Public Library

May The 4th Be With You

May 4, 2018

Join us for a full day of Star Wars fun! All ages, drop in activities 10:30-Noon. Showing of Star Wars the Force Awakens 1:00-3:00 PM PG 13 Events are FREE Registration NOT required.

Carstairs Public Library

FREE Comic Book Day

May 5, 2018

May 5 is National Comic Book Day so be sure to come into the Library to get a FREE comic book! Wear a costume and be sure to stay for the fun activities planned from Noon - 2:30. FREE- Drop-In All Ages Welcome

Carstairs Public Library Community Engagement Site

4 Success Series

May 10, 2018 to May 24, 2018

Sign up for this FREE 3-week session to learn how to set and achieve your goals and learn how to avoid the common road blocks to success. Registration early as space is limited: www.mcvals.org

Carstairs Public Library Community Engagement Site

Job Search Bootcamp

Jun 6, 2018
6:00 - 8:00 pm

This FREE workshop will help you stand out from the crowd when seeking employment. Only 10 spots are available so register early! www.mvcals.org

Didsbury Municipal Library

After School Game Club

Aug 31, 2017 to Jun 28, 2018
Every Thursday, 3 - 6 pm

No charge, no registration required, but there are only 2 xbox controllers and 6 laptops.

Didsbury Municipal Library

Genealogy Club

Sep 14, 2017 to Jun 14, 2018
Second Thursday of the month, 1:30 pm

Share stories and strategies with other amateur genealogists.

Didsbury Municipal Library

Writer's club

Dec 7, 2017 to Dec 1, 2018
First Saturday of Every Month, 2:00 - 4:30 pm

Reach your next writing goal and have fun while you're doing it! Beginners welcome.

Didsbury Municipal Library

Storytime

Jan 19, 2018 to May 25, 2018
Fridays, 10:00 am

Enjoy stories, songs and crafts with Rachel

Didsbury Municipal Library

Didsbury District Stamp Club

Jan 27, 2018 to Nov 24, 2018
Last Saturday of the month @ 1:30 pm

For more information contact Mark Fischer 403-335-4128

Didsbury Municipal Library

Money Mondays

Mar 12, 2018 to May 28, 2018
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Learn Financial Literacy - March 12, March 26, April 9, April 23, May 7, May 28. Registration Required

Didsbury Municipal Library

Who Picked This Book?Club

Apr 18, 2018 to Nov 21, 2018
Third Wednesday, 2:00 - 3:30 pm

April choice: People Of The Book, by Geraldine Brooks

Didsbury Municipal Library

Plunger Mania: Book Launch

May 5, 2018
2:00 pm

Plunger Mania by Tatie Punkinhead

Olds Municipal Library

3D Certification Tutorial

Dec 1, 2017 to Dec 1, 2018

Learn how to use our MakerBot 3D printer, load filament, level the build plate, care for the extruder, upload and print a file, and create your own designs,

Olds Municipal Library

Cyber Seniors

Jan 1, 2018 to Dec 31, 2018

Its never too late to learn about computers. This program won the 2017 Minister's Awards for Excellence in Public Library Service.

Olds Municipal Library

Literary Scavenger Hunt

Jan 4, 2018 to Dec 31, 2018

Love to treasure hunt for new books? Join us as we scavenge through books on a quest to find our 2018 items.

Olds Municipal Library

Lego Club Age 6 plus

Jan 11, 2018 to Jun 28, 2018
Thursdays 3:30-4:30

New day for 2018 Lego Club is now on THURSDAY Love Lego? We provide the Lego, and you provide the creativity!

Olds Municipal Library

Tween Tuesdays Age 9 to 13

Jan 16, 2018 to Jun 26, 2018
Tuesdays 3:30-5:00

Need something to do between school and supper? Come to the library and do something creative or interesting with us.

Olds Municipal Library

Genealogy Help

Jan 17, 2018 to Jun 27, 2018
Wednesdays 10:00-11:00

Program returns this January. Find your roots at Olds Municipal Library. Meet Marion, our Genealogy volunteer & explore your family history.

Olds Municipal Library

Mastering Math

Jan 24, 2018 to Jun 20, 2018
Wednesdays 4:00PM

Students in Grades 8 and up can connect with one of our local volunteers and get help and instruction with their math homework. Students should have specific needs and questions when they attend.

Olds Municipal Library

3D Printing

Jan 24, 2018 to Jun 30, 2018

Print from our 3D Makerbot

Olds Municipal Library

Story Hour Age 3 to 5

Apr 3, 2018 to May 23, 2018
Tuesday 11:00-Noon or Wednesday 11:00-Noon

Children have fun at the library & learn pre-reading skills in this story time with songs, crafts and creative movement. Now free! Registration Opens March 15.

Olds Municipal Library

Bouncing Baby Infant Program

Apr 3, 2018 to May 22, 2018
Tuesdays 9:30-10:30

Focus on Infants from zero to 18 months. Share nursery rhymes, songs & simple stories together in this lap-sit story time for caregiver & child. Now free! Registration Opens March 15.

Olds Municipal Library

Minecraft Mayhem

Apr 4, 2018 to Apr 26, 2018
3:30-4:30 Wednesdays Age 6-7 | Thursdays Age 8+

New day for 2018! Play Minecraft on Wednesdays or Thursdays during our month long sessions. Registration required. Free.

Olds Municipal Library

Wiggleworms Toddler Program

Apr 4, 2018 to May 23, 2018
Wednesdays 9:30-10:30

Focus on Toddlers from 18 months to 3 years. Interactive parent & toddler time featuring read-aloud books, songs, and movement activities. Now free! Registration Opens March 15.

Olds Municipal Library

Tots and Titles

Apr 7, 2018 to May 26, 2018
Saturdays 1:00-2:00

Drop in and join us for a non-registration family storytime.

Olds Municipal Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Apr 26, 2018
Thursday 11:00-Noon

It's never too early to start reading. NEW 1 HOUR story-time and check in for families. Meet with us to celebrate your journey through 1,000 books with your child before Kindergarten. Free prizes every time you read 100 books.

Olds Municipal Library

Cover to Cover

Apr 27, 2018
Friday 10:00-Noon

April 27 - The Only Cafe

Olds Municipal Library

Saturday Matinee

Apr 28, 2018
Saturday 3:00

Bring the family to the library to enjoy an afternoon film. April Feature: "Coco" check out the rest of the lineup here.

Olds Municipal Library

Tasty Pages

May 3, 2018
Thursday 7:00 pm

Join us as we talk about recipes at Tasty Pages book club. This month's theme: Russian/Eastern European

Olds Municipal Library

Friday Night Films

May 4, 2018
Friday Night Films - 6:30 pm

May 4th "Star Wars The Last Jedi" at our 2018 start time. The rest of our spring lineup is here! Hope to see you at Friday Night Films.

Olds Municipal Library

Free Comic Book Day

May 5, 2018
Doors Open at Noon

Pick up your free comic book while supplies last. Enjoy our themed events all day long.

Olds Municipal Library

Bonding Over Books

May 17, 2018
Thursday 7:00-8:30 pm

May: To the Hilt by Dick Francis

Bowden Public Library

Neighbourhood Coffee Time

Jan 31, 2018 to Jun 30, 2018
Every Tuesday, 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Come join us for coffee on Tuesday afternoons, 1:30-3p.m. and catch up on the neighbourhood buzz!

Sundre Municipal Library

CyberSeniors

Feb 27, 2018 to May 31, 2018

Seniors learning about computers and the internet, with help from high-school student mentors.

Sundre Municipal Library

Sundre Seed Library

Apr 3, 2018 to May 31, 2018

Garden seeds for everyone! Come with your Library card, and take your pick from edibles and ornamentals, sure to grow in your garden!

Sundre Municipal Library

Game Day for Seniors and Students

Apr 24, 2018
12:45-1:45pm at the Library

Spend some quality time with a teen! Games, snacks and conversation with students from the Sundre High School Leadership Class.

Sundre Municipal Library

The Flowers of Glenbow Ranch

May 2, 2018
6:30-8:00pm at the Library

Come enjoy a presentation about the flowers and other plants native to Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, located near Cochrane on the Bow River. Presenter Shirley Huchcroft is a member of the Stewards' Herbarium Project at the park.

Innisfail Public Library

Adult Reading Bingo

Jul 19, 2017 to May 31, 2018
On going

Play Adult Bingo by reading a variety of book categories. Ending with a prize draw in May!

Innisfail Public Library

Tasty Trials Cookbook Categories

Sep 26, 2017 to Jun 26, 2018
Every 4th Tuesday of the month, 6:30-7:30pm

Enjoy cooking? come and look at new recipes and categories of your choosing.

Innisfail Public Library

Colors and/or More

Oct 4, 2017 to May 2, 2018
1st Wednesday of every month between 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Bring your own materials color, doodle, or perhaps scrap book! Join others who while you enjoy the creative process!

Innisfail Public Library

Knit and Knat

Oct 7, 2017 to May 19, 2018
Every Saturday, 1:00 - 2:30 pm

Come and knit and knat! Enjoy creating, learning, and sharing with other knitters. Also open to those who crochets, embroidery, or tatter.

Innisfail Public Library

StoryTime

Oct 11, 2017 to Jun 13, 2018
Every Wednesday, 10:15 - 11:15 am

Come for crafts, and stories at the library

Innisfail Public Library

Creation Wednesdays

Oct 11, 2017 to May 9, 2018
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 4:30 - 6:00 pm

Join your friends and make new ones while experiencing the adventure of art, its process and outcomes!

Innisfail Public Library

Mucky Madness

Oct 13, 2017 to Jun 15, 2018
Every Friday Morning, 10:15 - 11:15 am

Come and let your kids get mucky and we will clean up the mess.

Innisfail Public Library

Books Before Lunch

Oct 17, 2017 to Oct 17, 2018
Tuesday Mornings at 11:00 am

After playing at CHIPS join us for stories before going home for lunch.

Innisfail Public Library

Family Fun Night

Jan 31, 2018 to May 15, 2018
Every 3rd Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 pm

Take time to bring your family (one parent, two parent, grandparent and grandchild "family") and enjoy a surprise activity together!

Innisfail Public Library

Leap Pad Now Available!

Feb 27, 2018 to Apr 30, 2018

We now have a Leap Pad plus books and cartridges to borrow at the library.

Innisfail Public Library

Spanish Class

Mar 6, 2018 to Apr 26, 2018
March 8,15, 19; April 5,12,19, 2018

Learn some Spanish for your trip South! or just to enjoy the beautiful Spanish language!

Innisfail Public Library

OLDIES AND GOODIES MONDAYS

Mar 6, 2018 to Jun 25, 2018
Every 3rd Monday of the month 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Come and watch an oldie but goodie movie on the 3rd Monday afternoon of each month. The best of the past will be shown with our comfy chairs with popcorn.

Innisfail Public Library

Oldies & Goodies

Mar 6, 2018 to Jun 25, 2018
Every 2nd Saturday from 12:30 - 2:30 pm

Come watch some OLDIES and GOODIES movies! For those who enjoy the best movies of the past, join us and bring a friend. Sign up and we will have the popcorn ready!

Innisfail Public Library

Art & More

Mar 6, 2018 to Jun 19, 2018
1st Wednesday of the month 4:30 - 5:30pm

Fun for ages 8 and up! Parents optional! Come create an art piece based on a famous or not so famous artist!

Innisfail Public Library

CULTURAL ARTS FILM GUEST

Mar 22, 2018 to Jul 1, 2018
6:00 - 7:30 pm

Meet Dennis Allen, Inuit National Film Board filmmaker, writer, director and musician, as he presents one film each month, about the North and its people. Age 16+

Innisfail Public Library

Armchair Travel

Apr 25, 2018
1:30 - 3:30 pm

Get ready and travel to the Galapagos Islands on April 24 starting at 1:20. No need to bring a swim suit, sunscreen, or sunglasses! Come as you are!

Innisfail Public Library

Evening Book Club

May 1, 2018
Tuesday Evening - 6:30 pm

The selection for May is: A Harvest of Thorns by Corban Addison

Innisfail Public Library

Afternoon Book Club

May 2, 2018
Wednesday Afternoon, 2:00 pm

The selection for May is: Every Last One by Anna Quindlen

Spruce View Community Library

Lego

Mar 7, 2018 to May 16, 2018
Mar. 7 & 14, Apr. 4, May 2 &16 | 3:15 - 5:00 pm

This program runs from 3:15 to 5:00 in the library. Ages 6 and up

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Amnesty Week

Apr 22, 2018 to Apr 28, 2018
Library Fines Amnesty Week

Do you have library fines?

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Book Club

Apr 25, 2018
Fourth Wednesday of each month, 6:30-8:00 PM

A terrific way to expand reading horizons and meet people in the community. New members are welcome!

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

GASP

Apr 26, 2018
Thursdays during the school year, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Cancelled for this week only.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Teen Takeover

Apr 27, 2018
Fridays during the school year. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Cancelled for this week only.

Landmark Cinemas, Sylvan Lake

Sylvan Lake Film Society

Apr 30, 2018
7:00 p.m.

"The Party", starring Kristin Scott Thomas, Timothy Spall, and Patricia Clarkson. Rated R.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Infant Sensory Play

May 1, 2018
Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Activities and messy play to stimulate the senses. For 0-24 months. Registration is limited to 10 infants.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Time for 2's and 3's

May 1, 2018
Tuesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.

Stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts for ages 2 and 3.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Prism Club

May 1, 2018
4:00-5:00 PM

Group discussions, book clubs, games, art, and safe interaction for LGBTQ youth and adults. Free, drop in.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Adult Art Attack

May 1, 2018
First Tuesday of every month. 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Explore different art styles and projects. All supplies provided.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Tales for Toddlers

May 2, 2018
Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Stories, songs and puppet play for ages 2 and under.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Time for 2's and 3's

May 2, 2018
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.

Stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts for ages 2 and 3.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Fun for 4's and 5's

May 2, 2018
Wednesdays, 1:15 - 2:00 p.m.

Stories, songs, and crafts for ages 4 and 5.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

GASP

May 3, 2018
Thursdays during the school year, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Great After School Program for school-aged children.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Infant Sensory Play

May 3, 2018
Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Activities and messy play to stimulate the senses. For 0-24 months. Registration is limited to 10 infants.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Time for 2's and 3's

May 3, 2018
Thursdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.

Stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts for ages 2 and 3.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Teen Art Attack

May 4, 2018
First Friday of the month, 3:30-5:00 PM

Create your own unique piece of art.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Free Comic Book Day

May 5, 2018
12:00-3:00 p.m., Drop-in.

Get your free comics at the library and take part in a mini comic-con.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Mini Art Attack

May 7, 2018
First Monday of every month. 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Explore different art styles and projects. All supplies provided. Ages 6-12.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Seniors Art Attack

May 7, 2018
First Monday of the month. 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.

Explore different art styles and projects.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Infant Sensory Play

May 8, 2018
Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Activities and messy play to stimulate the senses. For 0-24 months. Registration is limited to 10 infants.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Time for 2's and 3's

May 8, 2018
Tuesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.

Stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts for ages 2 and 3.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Prism Club

May 8, 2018
4:00-5:00 PM

Group discussions, book clubs, games, art, and safe interaction for LGBTQ youth and adults. Free, drop in.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Mystery Book Club

May 8, 2018
Second Tuesday of the month, 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Calling all mystery fans! Let's solve it together.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Tales for Toddlers

May 9, 2018
Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Stories, songs and puppet play for ages 2 and under.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Time for 2's and 3's

May 9, 2018
Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.

Stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts for ages 2 and 3.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Fun for 4's and 5's

May 9, 2018
Wednesdays, 1:15 - 2:00 p.m.

Stories, songs, and crafts for ages 4 and 5.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

GASP

May 10, 2018
Thursdays during the school year, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Great After School Program for school-aged children.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Infant Sensory Play

May 10, 2018
Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Activities and messy play to stimulate the senses. For 0-24 months. Registration is limited to 10 infants.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Time for 2's and 3's

May 10, 2018 to May 3, 2018
Thursdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.

Stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts for ages 2 and 3.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Teen Takeover

May 11, 2018
Fridays during the school year. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Games, books, movies, art, and fun!