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Olds Municipal Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Jan 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2020
Casual Drop In

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!

Adults

Facebook

Coffee and 'Casts

Apr 10, 2020 to Oct 30, 2020
Fridays at 9:15 am

Instead of reading a book, have a listen. Listen to this weeks podcast selection and join us on Facebook, Friday mornings at 9:15 for a lively, socially distanced conversation about what we heard.

Families

Water Valley Public Library

Water Valley Playground Tot Playgroup

Jun 24, 2020 to Nov 4, 2020
Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM

A parent-tot playgroup to connect families in the area.

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

New Futures

Jul 27, 2020 to Dec 18, 2020
Monday - Friday | 9:00-3:00

New Futures is a Career Transition Program, which offers the following workshops:

Families

Online

Stettler vs Rocky Nintendo Switch Tournaments

Aug 3, 2020 to Dec 14, 2020
Mondays at 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Join us for some drop in style tournaments. We will be playing Super Smash Bros Ultimate or Mario Kart 8 Deluxe! If you want to join a group chat with your favourite central Alberta library staff & other participants, use the following Discord link: https://discord.gg/WMSN5wW

Families

Camrose Public Library

A Book and a Bounce

Aug 18, 2020 to Dec 15, 2020
Every Tuesday @ 11:00 AM

Join us for a quick, virtual version of Camrose Public Library's Books and Bounces program for infants and caregivers. Visit our YouTube playlist below to read, sing, and bounce with Miss Nicole.

Families

Camrose Public Library

QuaranTea Time

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 16, 2020
Every Wednesday @ 11:00 AM

Join Miss Nicole on our YouTube channel for a couple of boredom busting books and rhymes for the pre-school set and their caregivers! Click the link below for our QuaranTea Time playlist:

Teens

Carstairs Public Library

Teen book club at home

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020
Pickup is the fourth week of the month

Each month get a new book to try and then join in the discussion online

Teens

Carstairs Public Library

Teen Expansion Packs

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020
Kit pickup is the third week of the month

Expand your mind and the fun with these fun monthly kits just for teens ages 13+

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Travel with your tastebuds

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020
Kit pickup is the second week of the month

Explore a region of the world through spice, tea, books and movies.

Seniors

Carstairs Public Library

Low Impact Workout

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020

This one time kit will have supplies, instructions and a fitness DVD to help you exercise at home.

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Maker Kits

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020
Kit pickup is the third week of the month

A maker is someone who makes something; this monthly kit will have you making new things each month either for yourself or to give as a gift.

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Book Club at Home

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020
Pickup your book the fourth week of the month

Try a new book each month and join us online to join the discussion.

Families

Carstairs Public Library

Preschool Program Kit

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020
Kit pickup is the first week of each month

These kits are perfect for parents that want to learn, discover and explore with their children!

Families

Carstairs Public Library

Preschool Program Kit

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 23, 2020
Kit pickup is the first week of each month

These kits are perfect for parents that want to learn, discover and explore with their children ages 0-5 years old! Contact the library to register for your kit.

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Book Club At Home - Kids edition

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020
Pickup is the fourth week of the month

Each month explore a new book through discussion questions and activities.

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Childrens STEAM kits

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020
Kit pickup is the third week of the month

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math with this fun monthly kit. Each kit is intended for a family with 3 kids if you need more please let us know.

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Childrens Art Kit

Aug 19, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020
Kit pickup is the first week of the month

These kits will have fun learning activities for your family to enjoy! Each kit is intended for a family with 3 children. Please let us know if you need more.

Children

Camrose Public Library

Crafternoon

Aug 20, 2020 to Dec 17, 2020
Every Thursday @ 1:00 PM

Join us on our YouTube channel for weekly craft tutorials. Projects can be completed with supplies most families will have on hand, but if there are specialty supplies required (like old books or CDs), we'll have a supply available for pickup at the library. Projects are geared toward kids in grades...

Children

Sundre Municipal Library

Surprise Kits

Aug 20, 2020 to Nov 7, 2020
Monthly Kits available

Fun activities for the kids to enjoy!

Families

Alix Public Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Aug 28, 2020 to Sep 1, 2021
Every Thursday, 12-8

Get your children signed up for this amazing year long reading program!

Adults

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Dungeons & Dragons

Sep 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2020
Twice monthly, 8:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Are you interested in D&D, but have never played? Our expert dungeon master will explain all you need to know.

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Tech. 1-on-1

Sep 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2020
Appointment times vary

Need a little extra tech. help?

Families

Camrose Public Library

Super Chill Totally Awesome Family Book Club

Sep 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2020

Read a book together as a family and share with others what you thought of it! New Book selections at the beginning of every month.

Children

Camrose Public Library

Photography Club

Sep 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2020

Check out the monthly challenge and submit a photo with a chance to win prizes! New challenges will be given at the beginning of every month.

Families

Camrose Public Library

Subject Matters

Sep 1, 2020 to Aug 31, 2021

A Year of Weird and Wonderful Learning for Everyone!

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Cooking the Books!

Sep 1, 2020 to Nov 23, 2020
4th Monday of the month, 7:00-8:30 PM

The tastiest book club around!

Children

Forestburg Public Library

Imagination Library

Sep 1, 2020 to Apr 30, 2021
Begins this Fall

Free books mailed to children 0-5

Adults

Water Valley Public Library (Chinook Creative Arts Building)

Supporting Rural Scholars Study Group

Sep 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2020
Every Tuesday and Thursday. 8 AM to 4 PM

Supporting Rural Scholars in the Water Valley/Cremona Area during Covid-19 is a not-for-profit initiative to provide students and/or teachers of all ages with a space to study and access fiber-optic internet.

Families

Alix Public Library

Home School Learning Spaces

Sep 2, 2020 to Jun 30, 2021

Take advantage of these classroom like spaces for teaching your children.

Seniors

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Be sure to check-out...

Sep 6, 2020 to Oct 31, 2020
Various days and times

all our adult and senior programming!

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Got Ukulele Fall 2020

Sep 7, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020
Mondays at 1:00 PM via Zoom

Join our weekly Zoom jam sessions!

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Spanish Conversation Circle

Sep 7, 2020 to Dec 21, 2020
Mondays at 3:00 PM via Zoom

Practice your Spanish with other language learners!

Families

Camrose Public Library

Bed Time Stories with Feena

Sep 9, 2020 to Dec 16, 2020
Every Wednesday at 7:00 PM

Need more bed time stories in your pajamas? Of course you do!

Children

Camrose Public Library

Tales from the Park Side

Sep 10, 2020 to Oct 29, 2020
Thursdays @ 10:00 AM

Join Nicole at Mirror Lake Park Gazebo for some stories, rhyme time, and other activities. All activities will be designed with COVID-19 prevention in mind and will follow guidelines set out by the Government of Alberta. Face masks are encouraged but not required.

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Mastering Math

Sep 16, 2020 to Dec 16, 2020
Wednesdays 4:00 - Closing

Connect with one of our local volunteers where students will receive help and instruction with their math homework. Students should have specific needs and questions when they attend.

Adults

Camrose Public Library

After Hours Study Hall

Sep 16, 2020 to Nov 25, 2020
Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00 PM

Need a quiet place to study that isn't your kitchen table?

Adults

Camrose Public Library

Plot Matures: September Meeting

Sep 24, 2020 to Dec 17, 2020
Last Thursday of the Month @ 7:00 PM

A Book Club for 20-Somethings.

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Write it Workshop

Oct 1, 2020 to Oct 29, 2020
Thursdays, 4-5pm

An opportunity for students in grades 4-8 to improve their skills as a writer

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Storytime

Oct 1, 2020 to Oct 29, 2020
Thursdays at 10:30 am

Storytime for 4s and 5s

Families

Didsbury Municipal Library

Read Across Canada

Oct 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2020

Enjoy some fabulous fiction set in our True North strong and free as we read our way across Canada!

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Radon 100 Test Challenge

Oct 1, 2020 to Feb 28, 2021
Sign up all month long

Test for Radon for FREE in the 100 Test Challenge!

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Programs of the Past

Oct 1, 2020 to Dec 30, 2020
Online Program Links

Catch up on Library programs previously aired.

Adults

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Women's History Month Film Series

Oct 5, 2020 to Oct 30, 2020
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 12-1 pm

It’s time to celebrate the achievements of women and girls throughout our history and recognize the trailblazing women who have shaped our country and way of life

Children

Olds Municipal Library

LEGO Club

Oct 7, 2020 to Dec 23, 2020
Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:30pm | Register Monthly

Every week, we will have a new, one-tray LEGO challenge. They will use limited LEGOs to create and build with during the session.

Children

Sundre Municipal Library

Rhyme & Rhythm

Oct 8, 2020 to Oct 29, 2020
Every Thursday, 9:30 - 10:30 am

Stories

Children

Olds Municipal Library

BLOXELS Club

Oct 13, 2020 to Dec 8, 2020
Tuesdays 3:30 - 4:30pm | Session 1: Oct 13 - Nov 3 | Session 2: Nov 17 – Dec 8

Learn to develop a platform style game customizing your players and levels then share your game with the world!

Teens

Didsbury Neighborhood Place (1606 14 St)

Homework Help

Oct 14, 2020 to Dec 2, 2020
Wednesdays, 3:15 - 4:30 pm

Homework giving you grief? We can help!

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

STEM Club

Oct 15, 2020 to Dec 10, 2020
Tuesdays 3:30 - 4:30pm

Want to be a creator, problem solver, and invent something new? Join us at the library!

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Story Time

Oct 15, 2020 to Dec 3, 2020

This is a 30 minute weekly program for children under 5 and their caregiver. The program will include stories, rhymes, and a take home activity!

Children

Olds Municipal Library

STEM Club

Oct 15, 2020 to Dec 10, 2020
Tuesdays 3:30 - 4:30pm

Want to be a creator, problem solver, and invent something new? Join us at the library!

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Tween Art Club

Oct 16, 2020 to Dec 7, 2020
Session 1: Fridays 3:30 - 4:30 | Session 2: Mondays 3:30 - 4:30

We will be exploring great artists and emulate their styles to create our own works of great art. Come and explore your creative side!

Children

Innisfail Public Library

STEM Kit

Oct 19, 2020 to Nov 13, 2020
New kits available each month.

Every month we will have a new STEM kit available that incorporates science, technology, engineering, or math. Quantities are limited so first come, first served. Call the library for more details.

Adults

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Fireside Writers' Group

Oct 19, 2020 to Nov 16, 2020
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 writers' group.

Children

Facebook and YouTube

Thinkers and Tinkerers

Oct 20, 2020 to Oct 30, 2020

Pick up your ToGo Bag at the Library to make your own floating ghosts. Find instructions on the Ponoka Jubilee Library YouTube channel.

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Holidays Around the World Craft Kits

Oct 20, 2020 to Dec 1, 2020

Sign up for a take home activity kit for your child!

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Movies That Matter

Oct 20, 2020 to Dec 15, 2020

Come for the movie, stay for the discussion!

Children

Innisfail Public Library

Storytime Kit

Oct 26, 2020 to Oct 30, 2020
New kits will be available weekly.

Every week we will have a different kit with a simple craft available. Books with a related theme will also be available for checkout at the front desk.

Penhold and District Public Library

Red Deer County Youth for Ag Award Contest

Oct 27, 2020 to Nov 15, 2020

Red Deer County is once again running its Youth for Ag Award contest and the deadline is quickly approaching!

Children

Innisfail Public Library

LEGO Challenge Online

Oct 28, 2020 to Nov 3, 2020
New challenges will be posted each Wednesday.

Every Wednesday we will post a different LEGO challenge. Post a picture of your creation to Facebook and you will be entered to win a LEGO prize pack!

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Mother Goose via Zoom

Oct 29, 2020
Thursdays 10:00-10:30 am

Join us for a virtual class via zoom Register with the library to receive an email invitation

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Family Halloween Trivia Night

Oct 29, 2020
Thursday | 6:00-7:15 p.m. | Virtual Event via Zoom

A night of family-friendly haunted trivia fun!

Families

Stettler Public Library

Family NIght: Halloween Lights

Oct 29, 2020
Thursday, October 29, 2020 at 6:30pm

Need a last-minute Halloween decoration to light up the night? Call the Library (403-742-2292) to pre-register (Ages 6+). Unable to attend, but want to spread some light? Limited kits will be available. Note: If a family registers, a maximum of 4 per table. Adults are welcome to register.

Children

Stettler Public Library

Something Cool After School

Oct 29, 2020
Thursdays at 4:30pm

Something Cool After School returns! Join us at the picnic table outside for crafts, stories, and fun! (Limited spots available) Please Pre-Register

Stettler Public Library

Employment Resource Help

Oct 29, 2020
Thursdays from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Take advantage of our Volunteer’s 30+ years of experience working with government supports and employment related needs. Interested in learning more? Call the library at 403-742-2292

Children

Ponoka Jubilee Library YouTube Channel

Fairy Tale Picnic

Oct 30, 2020
10:30 am

Tune in to our YouTube channel for songs, stories and crafts. Craft kits to go are available at the Library for pick up.

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Teen Book Club

Oct 30, 2020
Last Friday of the Month | 3:30-5:00 pm | Ages 13+

Read the book of the month, then join the discussion.

Children

Library Parking Lot

Music and Movement

Oct 30, 2020
Fridays 10:30-11:15am

Explore rhythm with song, stories, and play. Ages 0-5.

Stettler Public Library

Brain Train: Create A Monster

Oct 31, 2020
Saturday October 31st at 11:00am-12:00pm and 3:00pm-4:00pm

Monsters on Parade! Dress up in your Halloween costume and draw a parade of monsters. We'll follow a variety of drawing techniques to create your masterpiece. When you're done, you can share with others on our Library Facebook page or on your fridge. Happy Halloween! Ages 6+ Register at the Lib...

Children

SRC Lawn next to the pool

Read and Rhyme

Oct 31, 2020
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 3:00pm

Bring your little ones to the Stettler Public Library for our non-traditional story time. An afternoon extravaganza where all kinds of families are welcome!

Families

Sundre Municipal Library

Halloween Spooktacular

Oct 31, 2020
Saturday, 12:00 - 4:00 PM

Family friendly, physically distanced Halloween fun!

Children

Virtual event via Netflix Party

Anime Club

Nov 2, 2020
Mondays | 4:00-5:15 p.m. | All Ages

Celebrate your love of anime and manga with the library.

Adults

Jewel Theatre

Film Circuit B-Side: Dark Waters

Nov 2, 2020
Monday, November 2nd at 7:00pm

A tenacious attorney uncovers a dark secret that connects a growing number of unexplained deaths to one of the world's largest corporations. While trying to expose the truth, he soon finds himself risking his future, his family and his own life. Completely free!

Online

Stettler vs Rocky Nintendo Switch Tournaments

Nov 2, 2020
Mondays at 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Join us for some drop in style tournaments. We will be playing Super Smash Bros Ultimate or Mario Kart 8 Deluxe! If you want to join a group chat with your favourite central Alberta library staff & other participants, use the following Discord link: https://discord.gg/WMSN5wW

Children

Meeting room on the second floor of the Stettler Recreation Centre

Read and Rhyme

Nov 2, 2020
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 3:00pm

Bring your little ones to the Stettler Public Library for our non-traditional story time. An afternoon extravaganza where all kinds of families are welcome!

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

After School Fun Club- Grades 1 to 3

Nov 2, 2020 to Nov 23, 2020
Mondays, 4:00-5:00 PM

Weekly themed fun for children in grades 1-3

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Prism Club

Nov 3, 2020
Tuesdays | 4:00-5:00 pm | Ages 13+

Safe space for LGBTQ2S+ youth, adults, and allies.

Stettler Public Library

Tutoring At The Stettler Public Library

Nov 3, 2020
Mondays 4:20pm-5:40pm and Tuesdays 5:00pm-7:40pm

The ninth year of the Tutoring Program will be a little different this year. You must reserve your spot by calling the Library at 403-742-2292. The one-on-one sessions will be 20 minutes each to allow for library guidelines to be met. Mrs. H and the student will be less than 2m apart, a mask will ne...

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

After School Fun Club- Grades 4 and up

Nov 3, 2020 to Nov 24, 2020
Tuesdays, 4-5 PM

Weekly themed fun for children in grades 4 and up.

Children

Virtual event via Netflix Party

Anime Club

Nov 4, 2020
Wednesdays | 4:00-5:15 p.m. | All Ages

Celebrate your love of anime and manga at the library.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Lord of the Rings Trivia Night

Nov 4, 2020
Wednesday | 6:30-7:45 p.m. | Virtual Event via Zoom

A night of trivia fun for Lord of the Rings fans!

Teens

Stettler Public Library

Teen Scene: Mason Jar Lanterns

Nov 4, 2020
Wednesday November 4th 4:30pm

To remember those who fought to protect us we will be making mason jar lanterns. Spots are Limited, Call to register (403) 742-2292

Children

Meeting room on the second floor of the Stettler Recreation Centre

Read and Rhyme

Nov 4, 2020
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 3:00pm

Bring your little ones to the Stettler Public Library for our non-traditional story time. An afternoon extravaganza where all kinds of families are welcome!

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

After School Fun Club- Grades 4 and up

Nov 4, 2020 to Nov 25, 2020
Wednesdays, 4-5 PM

Weekly themed fun for children in grades 4 and up.

Children

Didsbury Municipal Library

Candy Chemistry

Nov 4, 2020
Wednesday, 1:30 - 2:30

Discover the surprising science hiding in a bag of skittles. How sweet is that?

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Mini Art Attack

Nov 5, 2020
Thursday | 5:30-6:30 pm | Ages 6-12

Explore different art styles and mediums at the library's outdoor green space.

Seniors

Stettler Public Library

Seniors Evening: Lest We Forget

Nov 5, 2020
Thursday, November 5th at 6:30pm

Lest We Forget. Celebrate our veterans and the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII. We will create a poppy water colour painting. Please Register by calling the library at 403-742-2292

Stettler Public Library

Tuesday Meditation November

Nov 5, 2020
Thursday, November 5th at 7pm

Take time for yourself on Tuesday to experience the positive health effects that come from starting a meditation practice. Alicia Tate from AliciaTateYoga.com will be leading a meditation circle at the Stettler Public Library.

Children

Stettler Public Library

Something Cool After School

Nov 5, 2020

We'll make our own glycerin bar soap! Choose your own scents and colours.

Stettler Public Library

Employment Resource Help

Nov 6, 2020
Thursdays from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Take advantage of our Volunteer’s 30+ years of experience working with government supports and employment related needs. Interested in learning more? Call the library at 403-742-2292

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Teen Art Attack

Nov 6, 2020
First Friday of the Month | 3:30-5:00 pm | Ages 13+

Explore different art styles and mediums at the library's outdoor green space.

Adults

Stettler Public Library

Forgotten Warriors (1997)

Nov 6, 2020
Friday November 6th at 6:30pm

Join us for the documentary and a discussion afterward. Please register by calling 403-742-2292.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Art Attack

Nov 7, 2020
First Saturday of the Month | 2:00 - 3:30 PM | Ages 18+

Explore different art styles and mediums at the library's outdoor green space.

Families

Penhold and District Public Library

DIY Donuts

Nov 7, 2020
Sat. November 7th

Make artwork that looks good enough to eat!

Stettler Public Library

Brain Train: Taking Time To Remember

Nov 7, 2020
Saturday November 7th at 10:30am-11:30am and 1:00pm-2:00pm

Did you know that World War II ended 75 years ago? Did you know that the Netherlands were also liberated during the same year? Join us at the Library for stories and crafts as we remember. Ages 6+ Register at the Library (403-742-2292)

Children

Meeting room on the second floor of the Stettler Recreation Centre

Read and Rhyme

Nov 7, 2020
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 3:00pm

Bring your little ones to the Stettler Public Library for our non-traditional story time. An afternoon extravaganza where all kinds of families are welcome!

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

The Knitty Gritty

Nov 8, 2020
Sundays | 2:00-3:00 pm | Ages 16+

Meet fellow knitters and crocheters and create the craft of the week.

Children

Virtual event via Netflix Party

Anime Club

Nov 9, 2020
Mondays | 4:00-5:15 p.m. | All Ages

Celebrate your love of anime and manga with the library.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Star Wars Trivia Night

Nov 9, 2020
Monday | 6:30-7:45 p.m. | Virtual Event via Zoom

A night of trivia fun for Star Wars fans!

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Sensory Story Time

Nov 9, 2020
Mondays | 1:15-2:00 PM | All Ages

Stories and music, followed by sensory play.