You are Invited!

Parkland Regional Library and the Howard Buffalo Memorial Centre invite you to join us for an Open House Celebration of Library Service on Maskwacis on Friday, September 20th at 1:30 PM. 

Upcoming Events

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Adults

Water Valley Public Library

Hook and Book

Jan 1, 2018 to Jan 1, 2020
Every Wednesday, 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Bring your most recent project and join this group of stitchers, knitters, crocheters and more!

Adults

Didsbury Municipal Library

Writer's club

Sep 1, 2018 to Dec 1, 2019
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.

Adults

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Monthly Art Exhibits

Jan 1, 2019 to Dec 30, 2019

Stop by the library to enjoy work by local artists!

Adults

Didsbury Municipal Library

Genealogy Club

Jan 10, 2019 to Jan 9, 2020
The second Thursday of the month, 1:30pm

Share stories and strategies with other amateur genealogists.

Adults

Didsbury Municipal Library

Knit and Natter

Jan 16, 2019 to Jan 16, 2021
Every Wednesday, 6 pm

Join a group of friendly crafters for an evening of crafting and conversation. There's more than one way to spin a yarn!

Adults

Didsbury Municipal Library

Who Picked This Book?Club

Jan 17, 2019 to Jan 17, 2020
Every third Wednesday, 2pm

Books, coffee, and snacks, what could be better? July and August: Bring your own book!

Adults

Didsbury Municipal Library

Didsbury Stamp Club

Jan 26, 2019 to Dec 28, 2019
Last Saturday of the month, 1:30pm

Exchange stamps and compare collections with other enthusiasts!

Adults

Daysland Public Library

Stitch & Chat

Jan 29, 2019 to Dec 17, 2019
Every Tuesday from 1-3 PM

Come and enjoy the company of crafty friends!

Families

Eckville Municipal Library

Storytime

Mar 1, 2019 to Dec 20, 2019
Every Friday, 10:00-11:00 AM

Storytime, songs, and activities.

Children

Eckville Municipal Library

After School Adventures

Mar 5, 2019 to Dec 17, 2019
Every Tuesday. 4:00-5:00 PM

After school drop in activities every Tuesday for ages 6-12.

Adults

Eckville Municipal Library

Coffee Corner

Mar 6, 2019 to Dec 18, 2019
Every Wednesday, 10:00 - 7:00

Drop in Coffee/Tea/Hot Chocolate relax and visit at the library.

Adults

Eckville Municipal Library

Book Club

Mar 7, 2019 to Nov 7, 2019
First Thursday of the Month at 7:30 PM

Read and discuss a new book each month.

Adults

Eckville Municipal Library

Computer Help with Laura

Mar 19, 2019 to Nov 19, 2019
Third Tuesday of each month, 1:00-3:00 PM

Basic computer help and questions answered.

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

CAC Online Learning

May 21, 2019 to Dec 31, 2019

Campus Alberta Central Your College Connection for online programs. If you need assistance contact the Carstairs Community Engagement Site and ask to speak with the library manager.

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Carstairs Library Board Meeting

Jun 18, 2019 to Dec 31, 2019
Third Tuesday of each month, 7:00 PM

Board meetings are open to the public.

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Needle Crafters Group

Jun 27, 2019 to Dec 31, 2019
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.

Families

Camrose Public Library

Tales for Twos and Threes

Jul 16, 2019 to Dec 17, 2019
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 11:00 AM

Terrific themed tales, action rhymes, games and crafts for 2-3 year olds and parents or caregivers. Siblings are welcome.

Families

Camrose Public Library

Books and Bounces

Jul 16, 2019 to Dec 17, 2019
Tuesdays at 10:00 AM

Stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and lap bounces for infants 0-1 year of age and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.

Teens

Carstairs Public Library

Magic the Gathering

Jul 27, 2019 to Dec 28, 2019

Meet fellow gamers monthly and enjoy the afternoon playing this fun and strategic card game battling creatures. If you've never played before we will guide you, but if you have you are welcome to bring in your own deck. Ages 9 and up. FREE (usually 3rd Saturday but watch for occasional changes in t...

Families

Bentley Municipal Library

VR & Gaming Fridays

Aug 30, 2019 to Dec 20, 2019
Fridays from 2:00-5:00 PM

Oculus Headsets - XBox One - Wii

Children

Clive Public Library

B.R.R.R Reading Program

Sep 1, 2019 to Dec 30, 2019
Every Day All Day

Reading is truly a Treat!

Children

Olds Municipal Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Sep 1, 2019 to Dec 31, 2019
Thursday 11:00-Noon

It's never too early to start reading. 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.

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Adult Fall Reading Challenge

Sep 1, 2019 to Dec 31, 2019

Log your reading and enter to win a night on the town for two.

Children

Olds Municipal Library

K-4 Fall Reading Challenge

Sep 1, 2019 to Dec 31, 2019

Log your reading and enter to win an Ice Cream party for you and 9 of your friends!

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Grade 9-12 Fall Reading Challenge

Sep 1, 2019 to Dec 31, 2019

Log your reading and enter to win a private after hours video game party for you and 9 of your friends.

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Grade 5-8 Fall Reading Challenge

Sep 1, 2019 to Dec 31, 2019

Log your reading and enter to a sleepover for you and 9 of your friends in the library!

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Post-It-Note Book Club

Sep 1, 2019 to Sep 30, 2019
The month of September

A community book club that everyone is invited to join.

Children

Clive Public Library

Lego Club

Sep 3, 2019 to Dec 17, 2019
Every Tuesday, 4:00-5:00 PM

All ages welcome.

Families

Camrose Public Library

Concept Corner (3-5 Years and Caregiver)

Sep 3, 2019 to Dec 17, 2019
Tuesdays at 2:00 PM

Children ages 3-5 and their parents or caregivers explore basic early learning concepts through stories, songs, and art. Siblings are welcome.

Children

Carstairs Public Library

LEGO Club

Sep 3, 2019 to Sep 24, 2019

Come into the Carstairs Public Library the first three Tuesdays of the month after school and have fun with Lego! This program is open to all ages and no registration is required.

Adults

Cremona Municipal Library

Knitting and Needle Work Group

Sep 3, 2019 to Dec 17, 2019
Every Tuesday from 6:00-8:00 PM

Tuesday Evening Knitting and Needle Work Group

Children

Camrose Public Library

Something Cool After School (Grades 1-9)

Sep 3, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019
Every school day at 3:45 - 4:45 PM

Join us for crafts, games, STEAM projects, video games and more!

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

After School Fun

Sep 4, 2019 to Dec 11, 2019
Every Wednesday 4-5 PM

Time to get messy and creative with your friends (Ages 6-12)

Adults

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Evening Book Club

Sep 4, 2019 to Dec 4, 2019
First Wednesday of each month, 7:00 PM

A vibrant evening book club.

Adults

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Afternoon Book Club

Sep 4, 2019 to Dec 4, 2019
First Wednesday of each month, 1:00 PM

A vibrant afternoon book club

Children

Cremona Municipal Library

After School Lego Club

Sep 4, 2019 to Dec 18, 2019
Wednesday's from 3:00-4:00 PM

Free, drop in Lego fun!

Families

Clive Public Library

Craft Time

Sep 5, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019
Every Thursday, 3:05-4:05 PM

All ages welcome

Teens

Didsbury Municipal Library

Game On!

Sep 5, 2019 to Jun 25, 2020
Thursdays from 3:30 - 5:30 PM

Drop in for an evening of non-stop gaming! Ages 8+

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Discover With Me

Sep 5, 2019 to Sep 26, 2019
Every Thursday at 10:30 AM

Come in with your little one and enjoy learning and growing our literacy love through books, music and fun!

Teens

Cremona Municipal Library

After School Craft Club

Sep 5, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019
Every Thursday 3:00-4:30 PM

Drop in every Thursday afternoon for After School Craft Club!

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Story Time!

Sep 6, 2019 to Sep 27, 2019
Every Thursday at 6:30 PM

Intended for ages 3+. Come in and enjoy stories, crafts and a yummy snack.

Adults

Cremona Municipal Library

Knitting and Needle Work Group

Sep 6, 2019 to Dec 20, 2019
Every Friday from 1:00-3:00 PM

Friday afternoon Knitting and Needle Work Group

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Dropped Stitches

Sep 7, 2019 to Dec 14, 2019
Saturdays 12:00

Join other yarn crafters at the library and enjoy our community group.

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Lego Club

Sep 9, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019
Thursdays 3:30-4:30

Play with the Olds Library Lego collection. Take part in our weekly challenges, what you can make is only limited by your creativity and imagination. Bring your friends and have fun!

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Movie Mondays

Sep 9, 2019 to Dec 2, 2019
First Monday of the Month | 6:30 Start

Friday Night Films has moved to Mondays! Join us for a monthly film that celebrates the love of visual and cinema arts!

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Time for Two's and Story time

Sep 9, 2019 to Dec 4, 2019

Time for two's story and craft time just for our two year olds!

Children

Cremona Municipal Library

Storytime

Sep 9, 2019 to Dec 16, 2019
Monday's from 10:00-11:00 AM

Read stories and make crafts!

Adults

Cremona Municipal Library

Book Club

Sep 9, 2019 to Dec 9, 2019
1:00-3:00 PM

Book Club meets every second Monday of the Month.

Children

Olds Municipal Library

STEAM Team

Sep 10, 2019 to Dec 17, 2019
Tuesdays 3:30-4:30

Join the STEAM Team and get powered up for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math. New projects every week! Drop-In. Limited space.

Adults

Coronation Memorial Library

Yarn Circle

Sep 10, 2019 to Jun 30, 2020
Every Tuesday 10:00 AM to Noon

Yarn Circle every Tuesday at the library! Coffee and great company!

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Cercle de Conversation en Français

Sep 11, 2019 to Sep 25, 2019
Every Wednesday, 6:00 pm

Join us for casual and fun conversations, en français!

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Minecraft Mayhem

Sep 12, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019
Thursdays 3:30-4:30

Minecraft happens on Thursdays with a month long sessions. Free but registration is required since space is limited!

Seniors

Park Avenue "The Ravines"

Heritage Storytime

Sep 12, 2019 to Dec 12, 2019
Every other Thursday beginning Sept 12, 2019 @ 1:30 PM

We will gather to hear stories and sing songs from a simpler time.

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Diabetes: The Basics

Sep 12, 2019 to Oct 3, 2019
Thursdays from 5:30-8:00 PM

Learn about diabetes and effective strategies that help manage it.

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Yarns

Sep 12, 2019 to Sep 26, 2019
Every Thursday at noon.

An informal lunch and needlework group at the library

Olds Municipal Library

Monday Matinee

Sep 16, 2019 to Dec 16, 2019
Mondays 3:30 start

Bring the family to the library to enjoy an afternoon film. Our popular film program will move to Monday Matinees at 3:30pm

Adults

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Fireside Writer's Group

Sep 16, 2019 to Dec 16, 2019
Third Monday of the Month at 6:00 pm.

Are you currently working on writing a book, poetry, short stories, or non-fiction material? Interested in getting support, ideas, and sharing your experiences? Join the library for our fireside writer's group.

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Spanish Speaking Circle

Sep 16, 2019 to Dec 23, 2019
Mondays at 3:00 PM

Come and practice your Spanish.

Teens

Camrose Public Library

Got Ukulele?

Sep 16, 2019 to Dec 23, 2019
Every Monday at 1:00 PM

Join our enthusiastic and dedicated ukulele group!

Children

Camrose Public Library

Reading Tails with Booker and Dylan

Sep 16, 2019 to Sep 30, 2019
Every Monday from 3:30-6:00 PM

Improve your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained St. Johns Ambulance therapy dog.

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Bouncing Baby (0-12 m)

Sep 17, 2019 to Dec 10, 2019
Tuesdays 9:30 - 10:30

For children ages 0 to 12 months and their caregivers. Discover how easy it is read, sing and play with your baby.

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Genealogy Tips & Tricks

Sep 17, 2019 to Nov 19, 2019
Every 1st & 3rd Tuesday at 10:00 AM

Discover your roots!

Children

Bentley Municipal Library

Early Literacy Program- Baby Bookworms

Sep 18, 2019 to May 20, 2020
Third Wednesday of the Month from 10:30-11:00 AM

A parent/guardian assisted program for 0-3 yr olds. We have fun sharing books, rhymes, and songs with your little one!

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Mastering Math

Sep 18, 2019 to Dec 18, 2019
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.

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Coding Club Ages 8-13

Sep 18, 2019 to Nov 13, 2019
Wednesdays 4:00 - 5:30

Club members can express their creativity by customizing their projects, or “programs”, and work at their own pace.

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Wiggleworms Toddler Program

Sep 18, 2019 to Dec 12, 2019
Session 1: Wednesdays 10:30 - 11:30

Focus on Toddlers from ages 1 to 3 years. Interactive parent & toddler time featuring read-aloud books, songs, and movement activities.

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Story Hour 3-5yrs

Sep 18, 2019 to Dec 12, 2019
(S1) Wednesdays 1:30 - 2:30

Encourage the love of books and introduce kids to being in a group of their peers on their own with our Story Hour Program.

Families

Camrose Public Library

D and D

Sep 18, 2019 to Sep 25, 2019
Every Wednesday from 3:30-6:00 PM

Dungeons and Dragons after school.

Families

Camrose Public Library

Bedtime Storytime

Sep 18, 2019 to Sep 25, 2019
Wednesdays at 7:00 PM

Story, snack and craft. Wear your pj's!

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Bonding Over Books

Sep 19, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019
Thursday 7:00-8:30 pm

Oct - Cellist of Sarejevo by Steven Galloway Nov - Giller Shortlist - readers choice Dec - Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein

Families

Coronation Memorial Library

Baby and Me Group

Sep 19, 2019 to Jun 25, 2020
Every Tuesday from 10:00-11:30 AM

Informal group for parents and babies (0-12 months) to come meet other parents and visit. Free coffee!

Adults

Blackfalds Public Library

Writers Unblocked

Sep 20, 2019
5:00 - 9:00 pm

Bring your drafts, poems, notes, or novels & join us in a writing session. All are welcome!

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Mother Goose

Sep 20, 2019
Friday 3:00-3:30 pm

Join us for a morning of rhymes, puppets, songs, and stories!

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Parent and Tot Duplo Club

Sep 20, 2019
Friday 11:15am-12:00pm

Join us for a fun time building and creating!

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Story Time (All ages)

Sep 20, 2019
Friday 10:30 - 11am

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Lego Club 5 +

Sep 20, 2019
Friday 4:00-5:00 pm

Lego club for ages 5+. Come play, build, and create!

Families

Clive Community Hall

September Free Movie Friday

Sep 20, 2019
Friday, 3:30-5:30 PM

Everyone is Welcome!

Children

Ponoka Jubilee Library

Fairy Tale Picnic

Sep 20, 2019
10:30 - 11:30 am

A Learning Adventure for Children 0 - 5 Years of Age

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Footloose Friday

Sep 20, 2019
Fridays, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Dress-up, music, and movement for all ages.

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Teen Takeover

Sep 20, 2019
Fridays, 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Drop in.

Games, books, movies, art, and fun!

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Canine Assisted Therapy

Sep 20, 2019
Friday, September 20

Families are welcome to attend together at any of three sessions. Registration required.

Children

Rimbey Municipal Library

Inventors Club

Sep 20, 2019
3:30 pm

Test your brain to see what you can invent.

Children

Rimbey Municipal Library

Preschool Storytime

Sep 20, 2019
Tuesdays & Fridays at 10:30

Bring your little ones to the library for some fun, games and early literacy!

Families

Library Service on Maskwacis

Open House Celebration

Sep 20, 2019
Friday, September 20th from 1:30-2:30 PM

The Howard Buffalo Memorial Centre and Parkland Regional Library invite you to attend an Open House for the Library Service on Maskwacis.

Adults

Innisfail Public Library

Scrabble Club

Sep 20, 2019
Fridays 2:00-4:00pm

Come on over to the library to enjoy this timeless game of words.

Children

Innisfail Public Library

Mucky Madness

Sep 20, 2019
Fridays 10:15-11:15am

Join us at the library to learn about different textures and consistencies, and just have fun making a mess.

Families

Innisfail Public Library

School's Out Movie

Sep 20, 2019
Friday 12:00-2:00pm

Join us for a family movie in the library on PD Days.

Children

Innisfail Public Library

Fall Window Painting

Sep 20, 2019
Friday 2:00-4:00pm

Paint the windows of Innisfail Public Library!

Families

Didsbury Municipal Library

Birds of Prey

Sep 20, 2019
2:00-3:00 PM

Science Literacy Week Celebration

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Adult Movie Night

Sep 20, 2019
5:00-8:00 PM

Feature film and dessert

Children

Sundre Municipal Library

Pop-Up Programs

Sep 20, 2019
1:00-3:00 PM

Movie afternoon for the kids

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Make a Scarecrow

Sep 20, 2019
1:30-3:00 PM

Make a Scarecrow at the Carstairs Public Library on Friday, September 20th! You will need an old shirt and jeans to start making your creation. Bring in anything else you would like to use to bring your 'friend' to life!

Teens

Blackfalds Public Library

Writers Unblocked

Sep 21, 2019
11:00am - 1:00pm

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Lego Club All Ages Drop In

Sep 21, 2019
3:00 - 4:00pm

All Ages drop in (Children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult)

Families

Ponoka Jubilee Library

Crafty Saturday

Sep 21, 2019
10:30 am - 11:30 am

This month we are doing a mix and match theme!

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Zombie Walk

Sep 21, 2019
Saturday, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

Dress to impress then zombie-walk down to the lake shore for an epic battle

Children

Rimbey Municipal Library

Find Your Passions

Sep 21, 2019
2:00 pm

Discover what you enjoy doing! Today is Orienteering.

Seniors

Innisfail Public Library

Knit and Knat

Sep 21, 2019
Saturdays 10:30-1:00pm

Take some time for yourself to work on your various needlework projects in our beautiful library, while enjoying the company of others. Transportation provided for 55+ if required.

Children

Innisfail Public Library

Discovery Club

Sep 21, 2019
1st and 3rd Saturday 1:00-2:30pm

Science is all about how the world works. Join us for fun science experiments and maybe even discover something new!

Adults

Stettler Public Library

Historic Ghost Walk

Sep 21, 2019
September 21st at 9:00pm

Walk downtown Stettler to discover the historical and GHOSTLY side of the heart of Alberta's past! Open to ages 18 and up!