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The Calgary Herald Archive Online is a searchable archive that includes all issues of the Calgary Herald published from 1883 to 2010, including articles, birth notices, obituaries, ads, and editorials. Explore newer issues of the Calgary Herald (2011-current) on the Calgary Herald Online. You can access the Calgary Herald Archive Online through the link in the Digital Library. For current issues of the Calgary Herald, use PressReader.
The Calgary Public Library offers rich historical insights and engaging programs like the Historian in Residence series, featuring experts such as Shelly McElroy who explore local heritage including the Calgary Stampede’s origins, farming history, and unique events. The library provides access to curated digital collections, community stories, and educational resources that highlight cultural traditions and evolving policies. Through events, exhibitions, and specialized archives like the William and Harris Shared History Centre, patrons can connect with Calgary’s past while participating in dynamic learning experiences. Visit for comprehensive services supporting research, education, and cultural engagement.
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Calgary Public Library offers diverse services and programs emphasizing Indigenous culture, including year-round Indigenous Placemaking art installations, Elders' Guidance Circle access, and extensive resources. In June, the Library hosts National Indigenous History Month events such as traditional games, ceremonies, film screenings, and book launches to celebrate First Nations, Inuit, and Métis heritage while fostering community connection and reconciliation. Key events include Neighbour Day with special programming across multiple branches and National Indigenous Peoples Day at Central Library. The Library’s policies prioritize relationship-building with local Indigenous communities guided by Calls to Action for truth and reconciliation. More details at https://calgarylibrary.ca/indigenous-services
Read more about "Calgary Public Library Kicks Off National Indigenous History Month with Community Events and Celebrations"Calgary Public Library offers culturally enriching programs and events, including the Powwow Trail 101 series that educates attendees on respectfully participating in powwows across southern Alberta. Programs feature demonstrations by Treaty 7 Nations’ drum groups and dancers at multiple library locations, providing historical context and guidance. The library supports community engagement through accessible events, clear policies welcoming all visitors, and resources like Google Maps directions to powwow sites. Additional offerings include poetry workshops and early learning centers, emphasizing education and cultural awareness. For schedules and details, visit calgarylibrary.ca/programs.
Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/events-and-programs/programs/?query=powwow+trail+101
Read more about "Powwow Trail 101 Attend a Powwow Respectfully with Calgary Public Library"Calgary Public Library offers extensive services focused on community heritage, including the Calgary’s Story collection and the Williams & Harris Shared History Centre with historic maps, photos, and archives. Programs like the Historian in Residence provide expert-led history sessions, while virtual events such as the Historic Calgary Week Escape Room engage families interactively. The library hosts free recorded talks on local history via YouTube and produces documentaries like The Library During COVID. Special collections highlight diverse community voices through multimedia storytelling. These resources support cultural engagement, education, and preservation of Calgary’s rich history.
Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/events-and-programs/arts-and-culture/historian-in-residence
Calgary Public Library offers diverse services and programs including free digital resources like winter-themed booklists, music playlists on Freegal, and kids’ shows on Kanopy Kids to engage families during winter. Their policies enable immediate online library card registration for access. The library partners with Chinook Blast to host community events such as light installations and virtual author readings, fostering local arts and culture. Recent initiatives include new early learning centers and poetry programs, emphasizing inclusive education and cultural exploration. These offerings support both in-person enjoyment and at-home learning throughout the year. Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/library-news/winter-fun-with-chinook-blast
Read more about "Winter Fun with Chinook Blast and Calgary Public Library"Calgary Public Library, the second largest in Canada with over 600,000 members, offers extensive services including interactive Early Learning Centres focused on play-based literacy development for children under five. Supported by a $1 million investment from Calgary Foundation and donors, these themed centres at multiple branches provide creative spaces, staff training, and programs aligned with the Library’s Early Learning Strategy. The library hosts diverse events and is advancing its New Central Library project while driving the $350 million Add In campaign to enhance community access and resources citywide. For more information, visit addin.ca/early-learning.
Read more about "Early Learning Investment will Prepare Calgary's Children for Lifelong Learning and Success"Calgary Public Library offers extensive heritage and history resources, including the Calgary’s Story Collection and specialized programs like the Historian in Residence for personalized historical research. It provides interactive events such as a Virtual Escape Room on Calgary’s history and hosts digital collections featuring historic maps, photographs, and community stories via the Williams & Harris Shared History Centre. The library produces documentaries and recorded programs highlighting local culture and pandemic impacts. Community engagement is fostered through ongoing story collections like "Voices of Calgary," supporting cultural preservation and education with accessible digital exhibits and expert-led content.
Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/events-and-programs/arts-and-culture/historian-in-residence
The Calgary Public Library, with over 630,000 members and 20 locations, offers extensive free access to physical and digital collections, diverse programs, and community events such as poetry workshops and early learning initiatives. Renamed the Giuffre Family Library after a $1.5 million gift supporting lifelong learning, it is part of a $350 million campaign enhancing library services citywide. The system emphasizes inclusivity through policies promoting freedom to read and hosts innovative spaces like the new Central Library and Early Learning Centre to inspire Calgarians of all ages. Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/news/library-renaming-recognizes-transformational-gift
Read more about "Library Renaming Recognizes Transformational Gift to Calgary Public Library"Calgary Public Library, serving over 600,000 members, offers extensive physical and digital collections alongside innovative programs like the new Forest Lawn Nature Playground—an accessible outdoor Early Learning Centre promoting foundational skills through play. Supported by community partnerships and sustainable design, the library fosters early childhood development, lifelong learning, and community engagement. Its policies emphasize free access to resources and inclusive spaces. The library hosts diverse events such as poetry workshops and literacy initiatives while advancing major projects like the New Central Library. For support or participation details, visit their foundation campaign Add In. Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/library-news/new-nature-playground-fosters-early-learning-for-calgarys-kids
Read more about "New Nature Playground Fosters Early Learning for Calgary’s Kids"Calgary Public Library offers extensive physical and digital collections, lending over 17 million items annually. Its Collection team curates popular, accessible books reflecting community interests, highlighted by the 2024 Books of the Year across Adult, Young Adult, and Children’s categories. The library supports diverse programming and events fostering learning and engagement for all ages. Policies ensure equitable access to resources while promoting local authors and acclaimed works. Visit their website for detailed book lists and upcoming programs designed to enrich Calgary’s literary culture. Source: https://calgary.bibliocommons.com/list/share/422868168_calgarylibraryguestpicks/2673119217_2024_books_of_the_year
Read more about "Calgary Public Library's 2024 Books of the Year - Adult, Young Adult, and Children's Picks"