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Rocky vs Stettler Monday Night Gaming

Aug 3, 2020 to Dec 14, 2021
Mondays at 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Join us for a friendly competition between Libraries! We play a variety of games, including Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Among Us, and others. Follow our social media pages to find out which game we're playing each Monday. If you want to join a group chat with your favourite cen...

Sundre Municipal Library

Programs of the Past

Oct 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2021
Online Program Links

Catch up on Library programs previously aired.

Penhold and District Library

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Jan 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021

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 early literacy program.

Online

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Jan 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021
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!

Elnora Public Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Mar 5, 2021 to Mar 5, 2022
Any Time Any Place

Sign up for this FREE program.

Big Valley Municipal Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Mar 5, 2021 to Mar 5, 2022
Anytime, Anyplace

Sign up for this FREE program.

Online on Twitch- with Rocky Library

Rocky Writers Group

Aug 3, 2021 to Dec 28, 2021
Every Tuesday at 7pm

Join us as we talk about writing, encourage each other, and do some writing sprints!

Take Home Kits and Online via zoom

Teen Time

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Day and Time varies by activity

Join us each month for an activity planned by our Teen Advisory Board including crafts, games, movies and more.

Online via Zoom

Teen Advisory Board

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
First Wednesday of the Month 6:30-7:30pm

Make your voice heard. Join us to help plan programs, decide on books and let us know what Teens want to see at the library.

Online via Zoom

Teen Book Club

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Third Wednesday of the Month 6:30-7:30pm

Join us monthly to talk about our monthly book pick and to share your thoughts with other teens who enjoy books.

Please Register with the Library

Read, Romp, and Rhyme

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Wednesdays 1pm and Thursday 10:30am

Join us twice a week for this active storytime focused on preschool kids. Hear stories, sing songs, and learn rhymes.

Register with the Library

Baby Laptime

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Tuesday at 10:30am

Parents and babies up to 12 months old are invited to join us for this special storytime that is scaled just for babies.

Please Register with the Library

Family Storytime

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Saturdays at 11am

Start your Saturday off with stories, songs and fun games good for all kids under 8.

Online via Zoom

Maker 101

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Fourth Wednesday of the Month at 7pm

Learn about a new hobby each month and how technology can help you create.

Online via Zoom

Big Ideas

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Once a month, day and time varies, online

Join us for a one hour guest speaker and discussion where we explore big ideas that are impacting our community.

Carstairs Public Library

Adult Crafternoon

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Take home kit

Leave the stress and the kids at home and enjoy some time creating something for yourself. Each month will be a different craft you can register by contacting the library.

Online via Zoom

Lunch'n'Learn

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Fourth Thursday of the Month at 12pm

Bring a bag lunch and join us once a month to learn more about a wide range of topics.

Carstairs Public Library

Book Club

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 15, 2021
Third Thursday of the Month pick up your book

Join us monthly for our afternoon and evening book clubs

Take Home Kit

STEAM Club

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Third Saturday of the Month

If you loved our STEAM kits you'll enjoy this Saturday program where we tinker, experiment and create.

Please register with the library

Junior Book Club

Aug 31, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Fourth Saturday of the Month 1-2pm

Join us as we read through the Junior YRCA books this year in this book club for children reading at a grade 3 level and above.

Olds Municipal Library

Fall in Love with Reading Challenge

Sep 1, 2021 to Dec 17, 2021

Challenge yourself this Fall and win!

Sundre Municipal Library

Genealogy

Sep 1, 2021 to May 31, 2022
1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Research your roots.

Water Valley Public Library

Friday S.T.E.A.M

Sep 3, 2021 to Dec 10, 2021
Specific Fridays 9am-11am

Come and Learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math through artistic pursuits!

Camrose Public Library

Snacks in the Stacks

Sep 7, 2021 to Dec 23, 2021
3:30-4:30 PM on School days

Feeling hangry? Pop in after school for a healthy, tasty tidbit to tide you over until supper!

Cremona Municipal Library

Lego Club

Sep 8, 2021 to Jun 29, 2022
Every Wednesday, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us at the library for LEGO Club every Wednesday after school.

Olds Municipal Library

Minecraft Mayhem

Sep 9, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:30 - 4:30pm

Freeplay Minecraft is back! Join us in the library and work with your Minecraft mates, and enjoy physically distanced socializing!

Cremona Municipal Library

Craft Club

Sep 9, 2021 to Jun 30, 2022
Every Thursday 3:15-4:15pm

Join us at the library for Craft Club every Thursday after school.

Camrose Public Library

Ukulele Jam

Sep 13, 2021 to Dec 20, 2021
Mondays at 1:00 PM

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

Penhold & District Library

Story and Craft

Sep 14, 2021 to Dec 14, 2021
Tuesday mornings @ 11am

Drop-in for stories and crafts!

Olds Municipal Library

Mastering Math

Sep 15, 2021 to Dec 15, 2021
Wednesdays 4:00PM - Closing

Students in Grades 8 to Age 17 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.

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Family Fun Craft Time

Sep 20, 2021 to Dec 23, 2021
Mornings, 11:15 to 11:45

Bring your family for a craft session!

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Family Fun Storytime

Sep 20, 2021 to Dec 23, 2021
Mornings, 10:15 to 11am

Come join us for stories and songs!

Camrose Public Library

Spanish Circle

Sep 20, 2021 to Dec 20, 2021
Mondays at 3:00 PM

Join others for a chance for you to get comfortable speaking Spanish in an informal setting.

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

AfterNoon Fun Club Gr 1-3

Sep 21, 2021 to Dec 14, 2021
Tuesdays 3:45pm to 4:30pm

Come to the library Tuesday afternoons for our weekly, themed, drop-in programs.

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

AfterNoon Fun Club Gr 4 and up

Sep 22, 2021 to Dec 15, 2021
Wednesdays 3:45pm to 4:30pm

Come to the library Wednesday afternoons for our weekly, themed, drop-in programs.

Camrose Public Library

German Conversation Circle

Sep 28, 2021 to Dec 21, 2021
Tuesdays at 4:00 PM

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

Camrose Public Library

BookSquirms

Sep 28, 2021 to Dec 23, 2021
Tuesdays at 10:00 AM OR Thursdays at 1:00 PM

Infants and caregivers are invited to join us for a short, sweet, story/song/squirm time with your little bookworms!

Camrose Public Library

Origami Club (Grades 1-4)

Sep 28, 2021 to Dec 21, 2021
Tuesdays at 4:30 PM

Grab some paper and get folding!

Camrose Public Library

Once Upon a Screen Time

Sep 29, 2021 to Dec 22, 2021
Wednesdays at 11:00 AM OR 4:30 PM

Join Nicole for a different kind of story time!

Camrose Public Library

Origami Club (Grades 5-8

Sep 30, 2021 to Dec 23, 2021
Thursdays at 4:30 PM

Grab some paper and get folding!

Olds Municipal Library

Homeschoolers Coffee and Chat

Oct 4, 2021 to Dec 6, 2021
First Monday of each month 1:00 - 2:00PM

Share your ideas, programs, and materials with other homeschooling families

Olds Municipal Library

Story Time

Oct 5, 2021 to Dec 7, 2021
Tuesdays | 11 - 11:30AM | 2:30 - 3pm

Stories, rhymes, songs, and crafts!

Didsbury Municipal Library

Rhyme Time

Oct 5, 2021 to Dec 7, 2021
Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 AM

Join us for this free parented program, perfect for newborns to kindergartners.

Didsbury Municipal Library

Homeschool Hangout

Oct 6, 2021 to Dec 8, 2021
Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30 PM

A social gathering for homeschoolers!

Olds Municipal Library

LEGO Club

Oct 7, 2021 to Dec 16, 2021
Thursdays 3:30 - 4:30pm

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

Online

Game On!

Oct 7, 2021 to Dec 9, 2021
Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 PM

Join us on our server for Minecraft Mayhem

Live on Zoom

Teen Advisory Board

Oct 8, 2021 to Dec 10, 2021
Fridays, 4:15-4:45 PM

Go ahead-- boss us around!

Didsbury Municipal Library

Family Storytime

Oct 9, 2021 to Dec 11, 2021
Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 AM

Stories, songs, crafts and more to encourage early literacy skills in children.

Olds Municipal Library

COVID19 ALBERTA HEALTH DAILY CHECKLIST

Oct 12, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021

If you have a child in a program, please fill this out before they attend.

In the Kitchen downstairs from the Water Valley library

Mom and Tots Storytime!

Oct 20, 2021 to Dec 15, 2021
Every other Wednesday 9:30 - 10:15

Come join us for a couple of stories and a craft or two!

Olds Municipal Library

Holidays Around the World Craft Kits

Nov 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021

Register between November 1st and 29th, and pick up your Holiday Craft Kits December 13th!

Olds Municipal Library

Holidays Around the World Craft Kits

Nov 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021

Register between November 1st and 29th, and pick up your Holiday Craft Kits December 13th!

Olds Municipal Library

Holidays Around the World Craft Kits

Nov 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021

Register between November 1st and 29th, and pick up your Holiday Craft Kits December 13th!

Sundre Municipal Library

Lego Club!

Nov 1, 2021 to May 31, 2022
1st Thursday of the month, 3:15 - 4:15 pm

Come build with our Lego collection!

Sundre Municipal Library

Rhyme Time

Nov 1, 2021 to May 31, 2022
1st & 3rd Thursday of the month, 11:00 - 11:45 AM

Stories, songs and rhymes for preschoolers.

Olds Municipal Library

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time

Nov 3, 2021 to Dec 8, 2021
Wednesdays 11am - 12pm

A joint program hosted by Olds Municipal Library and Mountain View Family Resource Center, for newborns to age 2!

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Rocky's BOOK-opoly

Nov 9, 2021 to Feb 16, 2022
24-7

Book-opoly: Rocky's newest winter reading challenge. Read to Win!

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Rocky's BOOK-opoly

Nov 9, 2021 to Feb 16, 2022
24-7

Book-opoly: Rocky's newest winter reading challenge. Read to Win!

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Rocky's BOOK-opoly

Nov 9, 2021 to Feb 16, 2022
24-7

Book-opoly: Rocky's newest winter reading challenge. Read to Win!

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Rocky's BOOK-opoly

Nov 9, 2021 to Feb 16, 2022
24-7

Book-opoly: Rocky's newest winter reading challenge. Read to Win!

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Rocky's BOOK-opoly

Nov 9, 2021 to Feb 16, 2022
24-7

Book-opoly: Rocky's newest winter reading challenge. Read to Win!

Uptown Fitness 104 10 Avenue Carstairs

Seated Chair Fitness

Nov 10, 2021 to Dec 15, 2021
Wednesdays at 2pm

Clive Public Library

Christmas Colouring Contest

Nov 23, 2021 to Dec 17, 2021

Visit the library to pick up your picture to colour or fill in and decorate your own Christmas tree.

Olds Municipal Library

Cover to Cover

Nov 24, 2021 to Dec 14, 2022
Last Wednesday of each month | 10:00am

Long running, volunteer led, drop in Book Club!

Camrose Public Library

Anime Club

Nov 24, 2021 to Dec 29, 2021
Every Wednesday, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

This club for teens aged 12 - 17 has anime screenings and anime-centric discussion.

Olds Municipal Library

Bonding Over Books - Book Club

Nov 25, 2021 to Dec 31, 2022
Last Thursday of the month, 7:00 - 9:00pm

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

Camrose Public Library

The Backlist Book Club

Nov 25, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021
Last Thursday of the Month, 7-8 pm

This book club for adults meets monthly to discuss our thoughts on a particular book.

Clive Public Library

The 12 Days of Christmas

Nov 30, 2021 to Dec 17, 2021

Come in every day the library is open for a chance to find Santa and his reindeer.

Penhold & District Library

Let's Pass on Cheer

Dec 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021
All December Long

Spread some holiday cheer this year!

Sundre Municipal Library

Holiday Lifesavers

Dec 1, 2021 to Dec 18, 2021
Kit pickup December 14-18

Minute-To-Win-It Challenges for the family

Sundre Municipal Library

Adult Take & Make Kits

Dec 1, 2021 to Jan 18, 2022
Kit pickup January 18-22

Theme: Chinese New Year

Hughenden Public Library

Kids Winter Reading Challenge

Dec 1, 2021 to Dec 22, 2021
December 1st-22nd, 2021

From December 1st to 22nd read as many library books as you can!

Penhold & District Library

Hear those Sleigh Bells Jingling!

Dec 2, 2021 to Dec 9, 2021
December 2 & 9 | Thursday | 10am or 11am

A holiday music program with Erica Ortlieb

Stettler Public Library

Wine Cork Angels (take-home kit)

Dec 2, 2021 to Dec 16, 2021
Thursday, December 16th at 6:30 pm on Facebook

We will make ornaments for our trees out of wine corks. Kits are limited, call 403-742-2292 to sign up.

Forestburg Public Library

Holiday 50 50 Raffle

Dec 2, 2021 to Dec 9, 2021
Dec 9, 2021

Get your 50-50 tickets for our annual Holiday Raffle!

Penhold & District Library

Let's Make a Holiday Ornament

Dec 5, 2021 to Dec 11, 2021
During Library Hours

Add some decoration and family memories to your tree!

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Disney Villains Trivia Night

Dec 6, 2021
Monday | 6:45-8:00 PM | Virtual Event via Zoom

Test your Disney Villain memory!

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club Netflix Party

Dec 6, 2021
Mondays | 4:00-5:15 PM | Virtual Event

Celebrate your love of anime with the library via Netflix Party.

Innisfail Public Library

Ornament Kits

Dec 6, 2021 to Dec 10, 2021

We are celebrating the Innisfail Festival of Trees with ornament kits for all ages. Available while supplies last.

Stettler Public Library

Monday Night Gaming

Dec 6, 2021
Mondays from 8:00pm to 9:30pm

Join us Mondays at 8:00pm - 9:30pm for a night of gaming with The Stettler Public Library and The Rocky Mountain House Public Library! All gaming nights and tournaments are drop in and completely FREE even if you aren't from Stettler or Rocky! If you want to join the group chat with the other parti...

Stettler Public Library

Read and Rhyme

Dec 6, 2021
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:30am

Bring your little ones to the Stettler Public Library for story time! Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30am.

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Moving Eyes Christmas Cards

Dec 6, 2021 to Dec 10, 2021
Week of December 6th

Create a Christmas Card that can look around!

Camrose Public Library

Penguin Party!

Dec 6, 2021
Monday, December 6 on Zoom

Join us for a quick, amusing penguin book (is there any other kind?), and craft along as we make two cute popsicle stick penguins. All supplies provided, but you will need your own hot glue gun. This program is geared towards kids in grades 1-6 but may require adult supervision of hot glue gun use.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Prism Club

Dec 7, 2021
Tuesdays | 3:30-5:00 PM | Ages 13+ | Virtual Event via Discord

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

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Sensory Story Time

Dec 7, 2021
Tuesdays | 10:15-11:00 AM | All Ages | Virtual Event via Zoom

Stories, music, and a sensory play.

Innisfail Public Library

Art from the Heart Zoom

Dec 7, 2021
Tuesday 10:30-11:30am

An art group for early stage dementia and memory loss. Join us via Zoom for conversation and art. Please contact Lindsey at 403-227-4407 to register.

Innisfail Public Library

Afternoon Book Club Zoom

Dec 7, 2021
1st Tuesday of Month 2:00pm

December - The Pull of the Stars by Emma Donoghue

Stettler Public Library

Something Cool After School

Dec 7, 2021
Tuesday or Thursday, December 7th or 9th at 4 pm

We will cozy down with a Christmas movie and some snacks. Wear your slippers! Spaces are limited so call 403-742-2292. Ages 6+.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club Netflix Party

Dec 8, 2021
Wednesdays | 4:00-5:00 PM | All Ages | Virtual Event via Netflix Party

Celebrate your love of anime and manga with the library.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Sensory Story Time

Dec 8, 2021
Wednesdays | 10:15-11:00 AM | All Ages | Virtual Event via Zoom

Stories, music, and a sensory play.

Stettler Public Library

Teen Scene: Sock Snowmen

Dec 8, 2021
Wednesday, December 8th at 6 pm

Create an adorable snowman decoration to display in your house this Christmas. They are easy to make and fun to personalize. Spaces are limited, so call 403-742-2292 to sign up. Ages 10+

Stettler Public Library

Read and Rhyme

Dec 8, 2021
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:30am

Bring your little ones to the Stettler Public Library for story time! Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30am.

Live on Zoom

Didsbury Library Book Club

Dec 8, 2021
Second Wednesday of the Month 6:30 to 7:30 PM

This book club will provide you with a new reading list and an opportunity to discuss and connect with fellow readers. Keep an eye out for each months’ title!

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Banned Book Club

Dec 9, 2021
Second Thursday of the Month | 6:30-8:00 p.m. | Ages 16+ | Virtual Event via Zoom

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

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Builder's Guild

Dec 9, 2021
Thursdays | 4:00-5:00 PM | Ages 8-12

Build, make, and create. All materials provided.

Stettler Public Library

Something Cool After School

Dec 9, 2021
Tuesday or Thursday, December 7th or 9th at 4 pm

We will cozy down with a Christmas movie and some snacks. Wear your slippers! Spaces are limited so call 403-742-2292. Ages 6+.

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

SciFi and/or Scary Movie Night

Dec 9, 2021
Thursday, December 9th @ 6pm

Join us for a SciFi or Scary movie the second Thursday each month from 6-8pm!

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Game Zone

Dec 10, 2021
Fridays | 4:00-5:00 PM | All Ages | Virtual Event via Discord

An afternoon of gaming with the library.

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Live Stories with Miss Meghan

Dec 10, 2021
Fridays | 10:15-10:45 AM | Virtual Event

Virtual stories, songs, and sensory play, via Facebook Live.

Stettler Public Library

Read and Rhyme

Dec 10, 2021
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:30am

Bring your little ones to the Stettler Public Library for story time! Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30am.