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You can find a large selection of great comics and graphic novels in the library catalogue. You can also find graphic novel recommendations from our staff online.
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 in the 2024 Books of the Year across Adult, Young Adult, and Children’s categories. The library supports diverse reading experiences with local authors and critically acclaimed titles. Beyond lending, it provides programs and events fostering learning and engagement for all ages while maintaining inclusive policies to ensure accessibility. Discover curated picks or explore services online to enrich your literary journey at Calgary Public Library. 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"The Calgary Public Library offers diverse services including free book borrowing, research support, and community programs like ESL Coffee and Conversation that foster social connection and learning. Its policies enable unlimited borrowing, supporting lifelong learning for all ages. The library actively assists authors with research and manuscript review, exemplified by Frank O’Keeffe’s collaboration with Shawnessy Library staff. Events and programs cater to immigrants, seniors, and families, emphasizing companionship and accessibility. The library remains a vital community hub promoting education, culture, and inclusion across Calgary. Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/your-library/locations/mpark
Read more about "Frank O’Keeffe and His Lifelong Connection to Libraries"Calgary Public Library fosters intellectual freedom by providing diverse materials and hosting inclusive programs like the Leap into Love Reading Challenge for Freedom to Read Week. This challenge encourages reading romance, personal journeys, and friendship stories, with participants tracking progress via the Beanstack app. The library offers prizes including weekly draws from local bookstore Slow Burn Books and grand prize packages featuring Indigenous creators and banned romance titles. Additional events, such as author talks, enhance engagement. Calgary Public Library’s policies promote access to varied perspectives while supporting community learning through dynamic services and events.
Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/library-news/reading-challenge-starts-in-rec
Calgary Public Library serves over 670,000 active members by providing accessible spaces for reading, learning, entrepreneurship, and community connection. Its services include lending books, hosting programs like ESL Coffee and Conversation, supporting diverse needs including accessibility for children with disabilities, and fostering cultural engagement. The library partners with organizations such as YMCA Calgary to expand locations and relies on volunteers to deliver meaningful programs. It also advocates for privacy and local control in library services. Policies emphasize inclusivity and community support through events and innovative programming. Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/library-news/central-library-opening-ceremony
Read more about "Central Library Opening Ceremony November 1 2018 and Featured Members"The Calgary Public Library offers specialized services for grades 4–6, including The Questionarium—engaging spaces at six locations with age-appropriate books and interactive activities. Their programs feature curated reading lists across genres like historical fiction, Indigenous authors, and environmental themes. Literacy support includes read-along videos and media literacy resources, while math initiatives such as Math Quest and free online tutoring align with Alberta’s curriculum. Science resources include National Geographic Kids materials. The library also promotes family engagement through featured productions like A Wrinkle in Time comparisons and diverse educational events fostering learning and exploration.
Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca
Calgary Public Library, one of Canada’s largest with over 630,000 members and 20 locations, offers extensive physical and digital collections alongside impactful programs like “One City, One Book.” It hosts free events such as An Evening with Nancy Pearl, promoting literacy, reading, and community engagement. The library emphasizes staff training, volunteer involvement, privacy policies, and partnerships—including a proposed YMCA location—to enhance services. Its new Central Library is a major cultural hub fostering lifelong learning through diverse programs and public discussions on the importance of books in society.
Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/nancy-pearl-discusses-why-books-and-libraries-matter-more-than-ever
The Calgary Public Library offers free membership granting access to diverse digital services and programs designed to engage users from home. Members can explore expert-led music lessons, language courses in 140+ languages, eBooks and audiobooks via apps like ArtistWorks, Transparent Language Online, TeenBookCloud, Libby, and Kanopy. The library also provides skill-building tutorials through LinkedIn Learning for Library and free music streaming with Freegal Music. Regular events and partnerships enhance community engagement while volunteer-driven programs support meaningful learning experiences. Sign up online to instantly access these resources and crush boredom with enriching content anytime, anywhere.
Source: https://events.calgarylibrary.ca/
The Calgary Public Library’s Indie Author Project supports indie authors by promoting their books to library members and partner libraries, expanding audience reach. The library offers Pressbooks, a professional tool for formatting and publishing digital and print-ready books, poetry, and novels. New authors can access tutorials via Niche Academy to learn the publishing process. Additionally, Biblioboard provides a digital platform within the library’s Digital Library services. These programs emphasize accessible self-publishing resources, author support, and community engagement through innovative digital tools and educational events.
Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/read-learn-and-explore/digital-library/indie-author-project
Calgary Public Library offers diverse programs and services focused on supporting parents and caregivers, including the Kindergarten Book Bag for school readiness and the 2026 Family Reading Pick featuring A Wrinkle in Time with activity booklets to encourage family literacy. The library provides barrier-free access to materials guided by an Intellectual Freedom Policy, empowering caregivers to select appropriate content. Learning resources span beginner reading levels with curated book lists, video tutorials, and specialized collections like speech sounds. Educational events include fire safety activities available at libraries and fire halls, fostering community engagement through inclusive programming.
Source: https://www.calgarylibrary.ca/connect/students/parents-and-caregivers/family-reading-pick
Calgary Public Library’s Family Reading Pick 2026 program promotes family bonding and literacy through shared reading of A Wrinkle in Time (novel and graphic novel). Starting January 27, materials are available at most branches, including downloadable lesson plans and activity booklets to enhance engagement. The program supports dialogic reading techniques proven to boost children’s comprehension and language skills. Families can participate in read-aloud sessions, art activities with prizes, and access multimedia resources like YouTube trailers. Additional family-friendly book kits cater to various age groups, fostering lifelong reading habits within the community. Source: https://calgarylibrary.ca/assets/Uploads/8.5x11_educators-guide_family-reading-pick.pdf
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