New programs for all ages are open for registration.
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Volunteer with us and help participants practice speaking and listening in English during our virtual Drop-In English Practice program.
Help expand and enhance Calgary Public Library’s collections.
Saddletowne Library | February 28 | 10:00 am
Celebrate Lunar New Year at your Library with a variety of performances, workshops, games, crafts, and more.
Central Library | March 1 | 1:00 pm
Join us to celebrate the closing of Lunar New Year with performances, a cultural fashion show, a lantern parade and more.
Shawnessy Library | March 1 | 2:30 pm
Drop in to experiment with blackout poetry and create your own poem from an existing text. This all-ages activity highlights creativity, curiosity, and the freedom to explore ideas through reading.
Prototype: Skyview | March 1 | 5:30 pm
Practise speaking and listening while meeting new people. Our volunteers will help guide small groups in fun and easy conversations. Please note that this is for language practice for beginner and intermediate level English learners, not a formal class.
Central Library | March 2 | 6:30 PM
Experience a night of Italian cinema presented by the Calgary European Cultural Society. Join us for a free screening of the 2022 film "Primadonna - The Girl from Tomorrow," including free pizza from the Italian Cultural Club of Calgary.
Central Library | March 3 | 12:00 pm
Enhance your English conversation skills and build your confidence in communication by joining this drop-in program. A strong intermediate level of English is required to participate.
Online | March 3 | 4:30 pm
Create a musical story from start to finish! Join a professional opera teaching artist who will help you warm up your voice, brainstorm a plot, create characters, write dialogue, add melodies, and explore visual elements like sets and costumes.
Online | March 4 | 4:30 pm
Embark on an exciting journey into the Arctic. Through engaging activities and interactive lessons, students will delve into the wonders of the Arctic region, discovering its unique ecosystems, wildlife, and Indigenous cultures.
Shawnessy Library | March 11 | 11:30 am
Looking to connect with others? The Seniors Drop-in Social Club (55+) offers a welcoming space to socialize, enjoy activities and games, explore discussion topics, and hear from occasional guest speakers.
Online | March 12 | 5:00 PM
Kate Quinn's fantastical new work poses the question: Have you ever wished you could live inside a book? Welcome to the Astral Library, where books are not just objects, but doors to new worlds, new lives, and new futures.
Central Library | March 12 | 6:00 pm
Learn about budgeting, saving, and investing options. Gain a deeper understanding of Government registered investment plans in Canada. This information will help you grow your savings and reach your financial and life goals.
Central Library | March 13 | 6:30 PM
Join Dr. Minjung Noh, Assistant Professor of Religion at Lehigh University, as she explores Korean evangelical missions in Haiti and the U.S., and how histories of occupation, race and Cold War politics shape contemporary ideas of salvation.
Online | March 11 | 7:00 pm
In this workshop, create your own scratch paper by layering crayons and black paint, then design a cozy sweater for a cute dog. Let your creativity shine as you transform simple paper cutouts into a masterpiece!
Central Library | March 18 | 4:00 pm
Join us for a free screening of the documentary film Buy Now! The Shopping Conspiracy about consumerism and textile waste. Learn more about the impact this industry has on our local community.
Central Library | March 20 | 1:30 PM
Join Bach Tots for a special presentation of Living on the Wedge. Created for families with young children and offers a meaningful introduction to themes of empathy and understanding through the arts.
