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Calgary Public Library offers diverse programs and services including artist residencies, virtual events, and community showcases that highlight cultural and environmental themes. Their 2024 Newcomer Artist in Residence, Han Sungpil, uses photography and installations to explore nature’s changing environment while engaging patrons through travel-inspired artwork and interactive sessions. The library supports learning with early childhood centers, poetry initiatives, and promotes intellectual freedom via specialized collections. Generously supported by TD Bank Group, the library fosters cultural exchange, education, and environmental awareness through accessible policies and dynamic programming.
Source: https://www.calgarylibrary.ca/library-news/newcomer-artist-in-residence-han-sungpil
Calgary Public Library offers diverse services and programs celebrating cultural and social achievements, including curated book and film collections for International Women's Day featuring biographies, Indigenous women’s stories, children’s books, and films on Kanopy. The library supports community engagement through events like poetry workshops and new facilities such as the Early Learning Centre. Policies emphasize freedom to read, showcased by initiatives like the Book Sanctuary. These resources promote education, inclusivity, and creativity across all ages while fostering awareness of gender parity and historical resilience. Explore their offerings online for enriching literary experiences.
Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/library-news/international-womens-day-resources
Calgary Public Library’s Central Library offers diverse services including quiet study spaces like the TD Great Reading Room, Indigenous cultural programming through the Elders’ Guidance Circle and Languages Resource Centre, and local history exhibits such as Calgary’s Story. It hosts dynamic Artist and Historian in Residence programs fostering community engagement via workshops and art reflecting Indigenous culture, newcomer experiences, and social history. Community spaces like Simmons-Harvie Living Room and Julia Turnbull Terrace provide versatile environments for study and relaxation. The library also features multimedia exhibits including collaborative printmaking projects, supporting education, cultural exchange, and creative expression. Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/connect/indigenous-services/elders-guidance-circle
Read more about "Public Library Services, Productions, Programs, and Events Overview at Calgary Public Library Central Library"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 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"Calgary Public Library offers diverse services including early learning centers, mental health support, and literacy resources to foster community growth. It hosts events like poetry workshops, Freedom to Read Week, family reading programs, and unique Rozsa Arts performances. The library promotes inclusive policies supporting freedom of expression through initiatives such as the Book Sanctuary. Seasonal programs encourage engagement and wellness, emphasizing shared learning experiences for all ages. These offerings highlight the library’s commitment to education, culture, and community connection.
Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/library-news/
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
Calgary Public Library is dedicated to Truth and Reconciliation through systemwide Land Acknowledgment reflecting Treaty 7 territory, supported by staff training and specialized roles like the Indigenous Service Design Lead. It offers diverse educational programs including multimedia videos for general and children’s audiences, storytelling flannelgraph productions, and audio resources for Indigenous name pronunciations. These initiatives foster Indigenous engagement and community education across all library locations, with planned installation of acknowledgment plaques. The library’s policies emphasize respect for Indigenous histories while providing accessible tools for learning and reconciliation. Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/assets/Indigenous/Land-Acknowledgment
Read more about "Calgary Public Library Truth and Reconciliation Commitment Land Acknowledgment Educational Videos Audio Resources and Community Engagement"The Calgary Public Library offers extensive digital resources, including Birds of the World by Cornell Lab of Ornithology for bird identification and behavior study, the National Geographic Virtual Library for immersive exploration and learning, and World Book Advanced, an online encyclopedia tailored for students. These services support diverse educational needs through accessible databases featuring images, videos, audio recordings, and reliable information. The library also hosts events and programs promoting lifelong learning while maintaining user-friendly policies to ensure broad community access to knowledge.
Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/read-learn-and-explore/digital-library/birds-of-the-world
Calgary Public Library offers comprehensive Indigenous services including Truth and Reconciliation resources, Land Acknowledgment education, and Elders’ Guidance Circles to support cultural learning and community healing. Their programs engage all ages with Treaty 7 histories through virtual school initiatives like Caretakers of the Land. The library features Indigenous placemaking art installations across ten branches and a dedicated Indigenous Languages Resource Centre at Central Library. Collections include Treaty Seven language books, curated Indigenous reads, and multimedia materials. Policies promote inclusivity via facilitated meetings with Elders and accessible educational content. Explore events, programs, and resources fostering reconciliation and cultural awareness.
Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/connect/indigenous-services