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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? October choice: A Dog's Purpose, by W. Bruce Cameron

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

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Metis Beading Circle

Sep 1, 2019 to Dec 1, 2019
First Monday 4:30-6:30

Beading is a traditional art form of the Metis people. Learn this traditional art, and bead items of your own. No experience necessary. Teens Welcome. (material suggestions available) Free Drop-in.

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!

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.

Children

Clive Public Library

Lego Club

Sep 3, 2019 to Dec 17, 2019
Every Tuesday, 3:05-4:05 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.

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!

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

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.

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)

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+

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!

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.

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!

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

New Futures Career Training

Sep 9, 2019 to Nov 29, 2019
9:00-4:00 pm

Free career transition program

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!

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!

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

Cremona Municipal Library

Storytime

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

Read stories and make crafts!

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!

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.

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.

Adults

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Seniors

Carstairs Public Library

Let's Talk

Sep 19, 2019 to Dec 5, 2019
Every Thursday 10:30-12:00 PM

Come in and LET’S TALK at the Carstairs Library!

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!

Children

Bentley Municipal Library

Early Literacy Program- Reading Rockets

Sep 25, 2019 to May 27, 2020
Fourth Wednesday of the Month from 1:30-2:15 PM

A parent/guardian assisted program for 3-5 yr olds. We have launching young readers with book sharing, rhymes, songs, art and music!

Seniors

Carstairs Public Library

Seated Chair Workout

Sep 25, 2019 to Nov 13, 2019
Wednesdays starting at 1:30 PM

Have you ever wondered about the benefits of working out while seated in a chair? This is your opportunity to come and find out how you can increase strength, balance and general well-being in the upcoming 8 free sessions at the library. Bring a friend!

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Youth Photo Club

Sep 27, 2019 to Dec 20, 2019
Fridays (dates as posted) 4:00-5:00

Go beyond selfies! Join our new photo club. We'll be meeting the second Friday of each month. Free Registration Ages 13+

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Cover to Cover

Sep 27, 2019 to Dec 20, 2019
Friday 10:00-Noon

Sept 27 - Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
Oct 25 - Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Ownes
Nov 29 - The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See
Dec 20 - Christmas at the Vinyl Cafe by Stuart McLean

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Cyber Seniors Mentor

Oct 1, 2019 to Dec 10, 2019
Tuesdays 4:00 - 6:00

Ipads, computers and phones your thing? Looking for an opportunity to help someone out. Volunteer to teach seniors in your community about technology.

Seniors

Olds Municipal Library

Cyber Seniors

Oct 1, 2019 to Dec 10, 2019
Every Tuesday 4:00 - 6:00

Cyber seniors connects youth in the community with senior students who wish to learn the basics of internet and computer use.

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

GED Prep

Oct 1, 2019 to Dec 12, 2019
5:00-8:00

The GED (General High School Equivalency Diploma) Preparation Program provides the skills to challenge the GED Exam. On-Line Registration now available.

Children

Bashaw Municipal Library

Monkey Business Playgroup

Oct 2, 2019 to Jun 24, 2020
Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM

Monkey Business Playgroup every Wednesday at 10:00 AM for babies & toddlers and their caregiver.

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Cercle de Conversation en Français

Oct 2, 2019 to Oct 30, 2019
Every Wednesday, 6:00 pm

Join us for casual and fun conversations, en français!

Families

Camrose Public Library

Bedtime Storytime

Oct 2, 2019 to Oct 30, 2019
Wednesdays at 7:00 PM

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

Teens

Camrose Public Library

D and D

Oct 2, 2019 to Oct 30, 2019
Every Wednesday from 3:30-6:00 PM

Dungeons and Dragons after school.

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Yarns

Oct 3, 2019 to Oct 31, 2019
Every Thursday at noon.

An informal lunch and needlework group at the library

Adults

Didsbury Municipal Library

Intermediate English Classes

Oct 3, 2019 to Nov 21, 2019
Thursdays 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Expand your English knowledge and meet new friends!

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Discover with Me

Oct 3, 2019 to Nov 7, 2019
Every Thursday starting at 10:30 AM

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

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Things are getting Spooky at Story Time!

Oct 3, 2019 to Nov 7, 2019
Every Thursday starting at 6:30 PM

There will be new books, fun crafts and of course a delicious snack!

Children

Camrose Public Library

Reading Tails with Booker and Dylan

Oct 7, 2019 to Oct 28, 2019
Every Monday from 3:30-6:00 PM

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

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Workplace Essential Skills

Oct 8, 2019 to Nov 28, 2019
Monday to Wednesday 9:00-Noon

Essential Skills are the skills needed for work, learning, and life. They provide the foundation for learning all other skills. Registration available on-line.

Adults

Didsbury Municipal Library

Finance 101

Oct 8, 2019 to Nov 12, 2019
Tuesdays from 3:00-4:00 PM

Drop in and speak with an expert for free financial literacy advice!

Adults

Didsbury Municipal Library

Drop In Tech Help

Oct 12, 2019 to Oct 10, 2020
Every Saturday, 1-4 PM

Bring your device and get answers to your pressing tech questions!

Families

Sundre Municipal Library

Dungeons and Dragons

Oct 12, 2019 to Jun 27, 2020
Select Saturdays from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Calling all players!

Families

Camrose Public Library

Oculus Rift!

Oct 15, 2019 to Oct 23, 2019

Enter the world of virtual reality with the Oculus Rift!

Families

Alix Public Library

Operation Santa Claus Letters

Oct 18, 2019 to Nov 14, 2019

Come in and make a Christmas card for a soldier!

Teens

Stettler Public Library

Teen Scene 4: Campfire Fun

Oct 18, 2019 to Oct 25, 2019
Friday October 25th at 4:00pm

Come tell scary stories with the lights turned out in front of a makeshift campfire... Then enjoy some delicious campfire treats!

Teens

Blackfalds Public Library

Risk

Oct 20, 2019
1:00 - 5:00 pm

Ages 10 + We will be playing Risk all afternoon. If some people want to play other games, we will have some of those too. All Risk enthusiasts welcome!

Seniors

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Drop Everything and Colour

Oct 20, 2019
Sundays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Drop in and colour at the library. Materials provided. Adults and seniors welcome. Free, no registration required.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Drop Everything and Colour

Oct 20, 2019
Sundays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Drop in and colour at the library. Materials provided. Adults and seniors welcome. Free, no registration required.

Families

Camrose Public Library

Sunday Storytime

Oct 20, 2019 to Oct 27, 2019
Every Sunday at 3:00 PM

Join us for stories, crafts and more! All ages are welcome.

Families

Brownfield Community School Gym

Annual Harvest Market

Oct 20, 2019
Sunday, October 20th from 12-4 PM

Brownfield Library Annual Harvest Market. Come and do some early Christmas shopping with local vendors.

Adults

Blackfalds Public Library

Writers Unblocked

Oct 21, 2019
5:00 -8:00pm

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

Seniors

Ponoka Jubilee Library

Tea Time for Seniors

Oct 21, 2019
10:30 - 11:30 AM

Join us every Monday morning for a social hour, refreshments included.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Young Writers

Oct 21, 2019
Mondays during the school year, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Drop in.

Engage in creative writing, group activities, and open mic. Ages 8 - 18.

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Young Writers

Oct 21, 2019
Mondays during the school year, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Drop in.

Engage in creative writing, group activities, and open mic. Ages 8 - 18.

Seniors

Innisfail Public Library

Tea and Talk Time

Oct 21, 2019
3rd Monday 10:00-11:00am

An hour of tea & cookies, company, and assistance finding books for seniors. Transportation provided for 55+ if required. Live music will be played by Duncan Anderson.

Adults

Innisfail Public Library

Oldies & Goodies Movie

Oct 21, 2019
3rd Monday 12:30-2:30pm

An afternoon movie of classics anywhere between the 1950’s to the 1990’s in a variety of genres.

Adults

Stettler Public Library

Cookbook Club

Oct 21, 2019
third Monday of the month at 6:30pm

October 21: “Country Harvest” Bring a dish using vegetables or fruit harvested this season. November 18: “We Remember” Bring a dish based on a war era such as World War II. We will share stories of remembrance as we share recipes.

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Adult Craft Night

Oct 21, 2019
6:30 to 8:00 PM

Up-Cycled Fairy Lanterns