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Elnora School

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Mar 1, 2021 to Mar 30, 2023
Any Time Any Place

Sign up for this FREE program.

Children

Penhold & District Library (and wherever you read)

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Jan 1, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
First Wednesday of every month | 10am

Join us every month as we track and celebrate your child's progress to read 1000 books before kindergarten. This free program encourages families to build early literacy skills by reading together. Any child from birth to five years old and/or entering kindergarten can participate in this self-paced...

Families

Eckville Municipal Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Jan 1, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
Starting January 2022!

1000 Books Before Kindergarten program will help track all the reading you and your child do and there is a prize for every 100 books read!

Teens

Delburne Municipal Library

Virtual Reality Fun!

Jan 1, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
During "open" hours.

The Oculus Quest 2 Headset will be available to experience within the library.

Children

Spruce View Community Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Jan 1, 2022 to Dec 30, 2022
Ongoing

Open to kids from age 0 - 6 years

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Tech Tutoring

Feb 1, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
By appointment

Tech help for adults and seniors

Families

Bashaw Municipal Library

Bashaw's 1st Seed Library

Mar 28, 2022 to Nov 1, 2022
Library open hours

Bashaw's 1st Seed Library is coming.

Teens

Didsbury Municipal Library

Teen Advisory Board

Apr 13, 2022 to Dec 7, 2022
Every second Wednesday | 4:00 PM

Go ahead, boss us around! Hang out and have a say in what happens at your Library!

Adults

Online

Virtual Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour

Apr 26, 2022 to Oct 31, 2022

Online rentals of short films and documentaries about mountain culture, sports, and the environment.

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Book Club - Cover to Cover

Apr 27, 2022 to Dec 14, 2022
Last Wednesday of each month | 10:00am

Long running, volunteer led, drop in Book Club!

Adults

Eckville Municipal Library

Tech Help

Apr 28, 2022 to Dec 22, 2022
Every Thursday between 1-3 PM

Call ahead and book some 1:1 tech help with your computer, phone or other device questions!

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Book Club - Bonding Over Books

Apr 28, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
Last Thursday of the month, 7:00 - 9:00pm

Currently closed to new members. See what we're reading!

Families

Cremona Municipal Library

The Little Seed Library

Apr 28, 2022 to Oct 12, 2022

We're growing! Cremona Municipal Library is pleased to present "The Little Seed Library". First come, first served, while supplies last!

Children

Big Valley Municipal Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Jun 1, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022

Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler. The goal is to have read 1,000 books (yes you can repeat books) before your child starts kindergarten.

Families

Forestburg Public Library

Houseplant of the Month

Jun 1, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
Every Month

Learn to care for houseplants!

Children

Delburne Municipal Library

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library- Delburne

Jun 3, 2022 to Nov 26, 2022

We are excited to announce that Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has come to Delburne! This program, developed by country music legend Dolly Parton, provides one quality, age appropriate book per month mailed directly to every enrolled child at no cost.

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

NEW! Beanstack Tracker

Jun 20, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
Anytime, Anywhere

Use Beanstack to track your reading and participate in challenges with Rocky Mountain House Public Library!

Children

Wherever you read

1000 Hours Before Secondary School

Jun 28, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
Until secondary school

Watch those hours add up and collect prizes along the way!

Teens

Wherever you read

1000 Hours Before Graduation

Jun 28, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
Anytime before graduation

Track those reading hours and win prizes as you go.

Seniors

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Be sure to check-out...

Aug 16, 2022 to Oct 31, 2022
Various days and times

all our adult and senior programming!

Children

Olds Municipal Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Sep 1, 2022 to Dec 1, 2022
First Thursday of each month | Casual Drop In | 11:00 - 11:30am

It's never too early to start reading! Keep track of the books you read with your child, and meet with us once a month to celebrate your journey through 1000 books!

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

100 Books Before Graduation Reading Challenge

Sep 1, 2022 to Dec 31, 2023

Read 100 books before you graduate, and win a prize!

Teens

Carstairs Public Library

Teen Advisory Board

Sep 1, 2022 to Dec 2, 2022
First Thursday of the Month

Have your say in what programs, books and services the library provides for teens.

Children

Penhold & District Library

Story and Craft

Sep 6, 2022 to Dec 8, 2022
Tuesdays - 11am | Thursdays - 11am

Drop-in for stories and crafts every Tuesday and Thursday!

Families

Donalda Public Library

Toddler Tea Time

Sep 6, 2022 to Nov 29, 2022
Every Monday, 2:00-3:00 pm

For 0-5 years old, with their parents

Children

Olds Municipal Library

LEGO Club

Sep 6, 2022 to Dec 6, 2022
Tuesdays | 3:30 - 4:30pm

Build and create your own projects or try out the weekly challenge!

Adults

On Zoom

German Conversation Circle

Sep 6, 2022 to Dec 20, 2022
Tuesdays @ 4:00 PM

Join others online for an hour of informal time to practice your German skills.

Families

Camrose Public Library

Books and Bounces

Sep 6, 2022 to Dec 20, 2022
Tuesdays at 10:30 AM

Stories, rhymes, songs, and finger plays for infants and their grown-ups.

Families

Camrose Public Library

Snacks in the Stacks

Sep 6, 2022 to Dec 22, 2022
School days at 3:30 PM

Famished after school? We're here for you!

Children

Camrose Public Library

Something Cool After School

Sep 6, 2022 to Dec 22, 2022
School days at 3:30 PM

Board games and Video games and Crafts? Oh my!

Children

Didsbury Municipal Library

Game On

Sep 6, 2022 to Dec 20, 2022
Tuesdays 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Do you enjoy playing and competing with your friends? Join Game On - a program where we meet and play all types of games together!

Families

Carstairs Public Library

Read Romp and Rhyme

Sep 6, 2022 to Dec 17, 2022
Tuesday and Thursday's at 10:30am

Read, Romp, and Rhyme is a storytime for ages 0-5 years old where we enjoy songs, stories and more. With time after the program for caregivers to visit and build connections.

Adults

Forestburg Public Library

Yarn Circle

Sep 6, 2022 to Oct 25, 2022
Every Tuesday, 10 am

Work on your project with a cup of coffee

Teens

Donalda Public Library

Youth Gaming Night

Sep 7, 2022 to Nov 30, 2022
Every Wednesday, 6:00-8:30 pm

Families

Camrose Public Library

Terrific Tales

Sep 7, 2022 to Dec 21, 2022
Wednesdays at 10:30 AM

Terrific, themed tales, action rhymes, games, and crafts for toddlers and their grown-ups.

Families

Camrose Public Library

Bed Time Story Time

Sep 7, 2022 to Dec 21, 2022
Wednesdays at 7:00 PM

A story, a snack, and a craft? Who could ask for more!

Teens

Camrose Public Library

Golden Flames D & D Club

Sep 7, 2022 to Dec 21, 2022
Every Wednesday at 4:00 PM

Adventure through an original campaign created by local teens!

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Boards and Decks

Sep 7, 2022 to Dec 8, 2022
First Wednesday of each month at 6pm

Connect and compete in a casual setting. Library staff will be bringing games from their personal collections to add to the fray. Bring your own game or try a new one!

Families

Water Valley Public Library

Moms Connect

Sep 7, 2022 to Dec 7, 2022
Every Wednesday, 10am - 11:30pm

Come and connect! Meet other mothers and their kiddos and make that connection!

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Minecraft Mayhem

Sep 8, 2022 to Dec 15, 2022
Thursdays | 3:30 - 4:30pm

Let's create a community of world builders!

Adults

On Zoom

Ukulele Jam- Online

Sep 8, 2022 to Dec 22, 2022
Every Thursday, 1:00 PM

Join our weekly virtual jam session to play and sing along with others; all levels are welcome.

Children

Forestburg Public Library

Ever Active

Sep 8, 2022 to Dec 15, 2022
Every Thursday, 10:30-12

Join Hailey for Ever Active

Families

Olds Municipal Library

Home Educators Coffee and Chat Drop In

Sep 9, 2022 to Dec 2, 2022
First Friday of each month | 1:00 - 2:00pm

Come and visit with other Home Educators and share your ideas, programs, and materials.

Families

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Monday Night Gaming

Sep 9, 2022 to Jun 26, 2023
Mondays from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Join us Mondays from 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM for a night of online gaming between Rocky Mountain House Public Library and Stettler Public Library!

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Friday Fun

Sep 9, 2022 to Dec 17, 2022
Fridays at 3:30pm

Every Friday at 3:30pm join us to kick off your weekend with fun activities. We will alternate Lego Club and Games Days this fall.

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Friday Chit Chat

Sep 9, 2022 to Dec 17, 2022
Fridays at 10:30am

Join us for this intentional connection time for adults. Coffee and tea will be provided-bring your own mug!

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Quick Reads Book Club

Sep 10, 2022 to Dec 3, 2022
Saturdays 2:00 - 3:00pm | Sept. 10 | Nov. 5 | Dec. 3

16+ | Each book is entertaining and quick to read! Join us for a discussion each month to share thoughts, ideas, and stories!

Children

Donalda Public Library

Tutoring

Sep 12, 2022 to Dec 20, 2022
Every Monday and Tuesday, 5:00-6:00 pm

One-on-one tutoring for school age children

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Ukulele Jam

Sep 12, 2022 to Dec 19, 2022
Mondays @ 1:00 PM

Join our weekly jam session to play and sing along with others; all levels are welcome.

Families

Cremona Municipal Library

Rhyme Time

Sep 12, 2022 to Oct 24, 2022
Every Monday (except October 10), 10:30- 11:30 AM

Parents/ guardians and children age 0- 6 are welcome to join us for some Rhyme Time in the library!

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Story Time

Sep 13, 2022 to Dec 6, 2022
Tuesdays, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pick out books to take home for the week, storytelling, rhymes, songs and crafts!

Children

Carstairs Public Library

HomeSchool Huddle

Sep 13, 2022 to Dec 17, 2022
2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month 1-2pm

Participate in a variety of activities while socializing with other homeschool families. The 2nd Tuesday of the month children and adults explore an activity together and the 4th Tuesday of the month adults have time at the beginning to meet and share resources and ideas while the children get star...

Adults

Donalda Public Library

Info Night

Sep 14, 2022 to Nov 3, 2022
Wednesday, Sept. 14, Thursday Oct. 6 and Thursday Nov. 3, 6:00-8:00 pm

Come and learn something new or even refresh your memory!

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

After School Art Club

Sep 14, 2022 to Dec 8, 2022
Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:30pm

Explore creativity, diversity, and sometimes even science! With a wide range of activities, this will appeal to kids of all types!

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Craft Studio Sponsored by ATB Financial & Craig's

Sep 14, 2022 to Dec 7, 2022
Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:30pm | Sept. 14 | Oct. 12 | Nov. 9 | Dec. 7

Chat with other community members and experiment with new mediums each session!

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Wiggle Time with Cindy Palin

Sep 14, 2022 to Dec 7, 2022
Wednesdays 1:00 - 1:45pm

Join us as we explore music, bouncing rhymes, fingerplays, and simple books!

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Mastering Math

Sep 14, 2022 to Dec 14, 2022
Wednesdays 4:00PM - Closing

Students in Grades 8 to adult 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.

Children

Sundre Municipal Library

Music and Movement

Sep 14, 2022 to Oct 12, 2022
Wednesdays, 10:00 - 12:00 PM

Move and grove in this musical 5 week program.

Children

Cremona Municipal Library

Lego Club

Sep 14, 2022 to Dec 14, 2022
Every Wednesday, 3:15- 4:15 PM

Le'go to the library! Join us after school to build a new challenge every week.

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Tweens for Laughs Improv Club

Sep 15, 2022 to Nov 24, 2022
Thursdays 3:30 - 4:30pm

The program will focus on honing observation, concentration, and quick thinking, through theater games.

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Wee Wild Ones Nature Program

Sep 15, 2022 to Dec 8, 2022
Thursdays 1:00 - 2:00pm

Nurture a deep connection to nature and storytelling!

Adults

On Zoom

Cosy Card

Sep 15, 2022 to Dec 15, 2022
Third Thursday of the month, 7:00 PM

Spend an evening online creating cards and building community!

Teens

Carstairs Public Library

Teen Book Club

Sep 15, 2022 to Dec 17, 2022
Third Thursday of the Month 6:30pm

Join other teens to talk all things book, share favourite picks and hang out.

Seniors

Cremona Municipal Library

One on one Technology Help for Seniors

Sep 15, 2022 to Oct 24, 2022
Available every Thursday from 11 AM- 3 PM

Book a one on one appointment to get hands on help with your technology.

Children

Water Valley Public Library

MAD Science

Sep 16, 2022 to Oct 28, 2022
Every other Friday 10am-11am

Come and Join us on our Journey Through Science!

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Spooktacular Workshops

Sep 17, 2022 to Oct 22, 2022
4 sessions on Saturdays | 1:00 - 5:00pm

Ages 16+: Prop Making / 3D printing / Costume / Makeup Workshops

Children

Didsbury Municipal Library

Munchkin Mania

Sep 20, 2022 to Nov 29, 2022
Tuesdays, 10:45 AM

Have fun with some songs, rhymes, and story time for you and your little one(s) while building crucial early literacy skills.

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Genealogy

Sep 20, 2022 to Nov 15, 2022
1st & 3rd Tuesday, 9:30 - 11:30 AM

Research your roots!

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Afternoon Fun Club

Sep 21, 2022 to Dec 21, 2022
Wednesdays 3:45-4:30pm

LEGO, games, arts, crafts and science!

Teens

Didsbury Municipal Library

Tween Survivor

Sep 21, 2022 to Nov 30, 2022
Every other Wednesday | 3:30 - 4:30 PM

A tween only hangout to share, learn and make connections. Ages 7+

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Book Clubs

Sep 21, 2022 to Dec 15, 2022
Third Wednesday of the Month at 2pm and 7pm

Join our book clubs for a conversation full of interesting perspectives, there's something for everyone. The 2pm and 7pm clubs read different books, please contact the library for current book selections.

Adults

Donalda Public Library

Adult Book Club

Sep 22, 2022 to Nov 17, 2022
Come and pick up a book from the library to read!

Families

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Library Laptime

Sep 22, 2022 to Dec 1, 2022
Thursdays @ 10:30am

Sing, rhyme, talk, and play with your children

Teens

Didsbury Municipal Library

Extra Practice

Sep 22, 2022 to Dec 1, 2022
Thursdays | 3:30 PM

Join us for drop in homework and reading support on a weekly basis. All ages welcome.

Adults

Didsbury Municipal Library

All Abilities

Sep 22, 2022 to Dec 1, 2022
Bi-weekly Thursdays 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

A space for adults of all ages to hang out and create!

Teens

Carstairs Public Library

Teen Time

Sep 22, 2022 to Nov 25, 2022
Fourth Thursday of the Month at 6:30pm

Come and join us for crafts, games, trivia, videogames and so much more while getting to meet fellow teens!

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Schools Out Fridays

Sep 23, 2022 to Dec 10, 2022
Various Fridays from 1-3pm

The library has an exciting activity for you to enjoy. Come and join us for a structured activity that includes creating, exploring science, books and more.

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Stitch and Chat

Sep 24, 2022 to Dec 17, 2022
2nd and 4th Saturdays (excl. holiday) Saturdays 1:00 - 2:00pm

A time for fellowship and conversation. Bring your own materials and projects!

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Adult Crafternoon

Sep 24, 2022 to Nov 21, 2022
Third Saturday of the Month at 2pm

Join us once a month to try new craft techniques. Create, learn, and visit with other crafters. Take home kits may be available on request for some months. Register with the library

Teens

Didsbury Municipal Library

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Sep 26, 2022 to Dec 19, 2022
Mondays 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Are you a teen who loves fantasy, gaming and being creative? Our Dungeons & Dragons group is for you!

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Fireside Tales

Sep 27, 2022 to Dec 20, 2022
Tuesday Mornings 10:30am

Storytime by the fireplace!

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Fireside Tales

Sep 27, 2022 to Dec 20, 2022
Tuesdays at 4:15pm

Storytime by the fireplace!

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Fireside Tales

Sep 27, 2022 to Dec 20, 2022
Wednesdays at 2pm

Storytime by the fireplace!

Families

Carstairs Public Library

Baby Laptime

Sep 27, 2022 to Nov 3, 2022
Wednesday Sept 28-Nov 2 at 10:30am

Join us for a 6 week session staring September 28th of Baby Laptime. This is the perfect introduction to storytimes and a chance to learn rhymes and songs while meeting other caregivers. Older siblings are welcome.

Families

Didsbury Municipal Library

Homeschool Hangout

Sep 28, 2022 to Nov 30, 2022
Wednesdays 1:30 - 2:30 PM

Homeschool Hangout is a place where fun and learning come together.

Children

Didsbury Neighbourhood Place | 1606 14 Street, Didsbury

Youth Book Club

Sep 28, 2022 to Dec 28, 2022
4th Wednesday of the month | 6:00 PM

Join us at Didsbury Neighbourhood Place to hang out and discuss this month's Youth Book Club selection!

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Tech Talk

Sep 28, 2022 to Nov 24, 2022
Fourth Wednesday of the Month 7pm

Explore the basics of online resources, advancing technology and more in straightforward discussion and hands on practice.

Children

Water Valley Public Library

Creative Writing Class

Sep 29, 2022 to Nov 25, 2022
Every Other Friday 10am - 12pm

Come and Learn all About Canadian Literature with a Local Award Winning Author!

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Indigenous Canada Learning Circle

Sep 30, 2022 to Dec 19, 2022
5:30-7:30 PM on September 30, October 3, 17, 24, and 31, November 7, 14, 21 and 28, December 5, 12, and 19

Join us as we work through University of Alberta's Indigenous Canada massive open online course as a group.

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Level Up Your Life

Oct 1, 2022 to Dec 4, 2022
First Saturday of the Month at 2pm

This collaborative group is about learning new skills and building a better life. A broad range of topics will be covered including financial literacy, mental wellness, entrepreneurship, organization and more.

Adults

Forestburg Public Library

Book Bingo

Oct 1, 2022 to Dec 31, 2022
Every Day

Read at home to fill your Bingo card

Families

Bawlf Public Library

Library Month Golden Ticket Contest

Oct 3, 2022 to Oct 31, 2022
Library Open Hours

Find the golden ticket and enter the contest!

Children

Stettler Public Library

Keith Haring Art Inspo and Shrunken Heads

Oct 4, 2022 to Oct 6, 2022
Tuesday, October 4 & Thursday, October 6 at 4 p.m.

On Tuesday: Keith’s pop art emerged from the New York City graffiti subculture of 1980s. Join us to see what you can create in the style of Keith Haring. On Thursday: Carve a face into an apple and watch it transform into a shrunken head over the next few weeks until Halloween.

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Terrific Threes

Oct 5, 2022
Wednesday 1:00-1:30 pm

Three year olds know how to have a blast! Listen to stories, explore crafts & activities and play games in a program just for them! Register at the library

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Tales & Tunes

Oct 5, 2022
Wednesday 11:15 - 12:00 pm

Cultivating Preschoolers love of books with stories, songs, rhymes & crafts! Age: 4-6 Come and join us for a fun and engaging time! Register at the library.

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Book Squirms

Oct 5, 2022
Wednesdays 10:00 am - 10:30 am

Lap Bounces, Rhymes & Stories Ages 0-1

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Marty Chan - Online

Oct 5, 2022
1:00 - 1:40pm

Folktale Fun with Marty Chan. Kindergarten - Grade 2

Adults

Blackfalds Public Library

Knotty Knitters and Crochet Couture

Oct 5, 2022
6:30 - 7:30pm

Are you new to knitting/crochet, want to learn, or already a pro? Join us for a stitchin fun time! All Ages, All Abilities

Teens

Blackfalds Public Library

Knotty Knitters and Crochet Couture

Oct 5, 2022
6:30 - 7:30pm

Are you new to knitting/crochet, want to learn, or already a pro? Join us for a stitchin fun time! All Ages, All Abilities

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Reading Buddies

Oct 5, 2022
4:00 - 4:30pm

Do you have a child 6-10 who may benefit from practicing reading with other kids? Our new Reading Buddies program is headed by a group of teenage volunteers! For more info. email nicole@blackfaldslibrary.ca Ages 6+