You can borrow a Chromebook for the day to use inside the Library; Chromebooks cannot be taken outside.
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Students in grades 5 – 9 can learn about drawing fundamentals from Natalia Ionescu.
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Read more about "Canadian Municipal Land Corporation"Browse digitized photographs and postcards showing historic scenes of Calgary and Southern Alberta.View the digitized Calgary's Story Map Collection in Biblioboard.
Read more about "A Treasure Trove of Southern Alberta History"Investment information on the most actively traded U.S. exchange-listed stocks, including accurate and insightful investment research on companies, industries, markets, and economies. Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial on Niche Academy: Value Line's Investment Survey Reports Online tutorial.
Read more about "Make informed decisions for your financial success"Pronunciator features lessons, pronunciation analysis, live tutor opportunities and quizzes. You can also work on ESL courses. Guided courses are available for travelers, or beginners through advanced learners.Use Pronunciator with the Bluebird language app. Download the app for free from the Google Play and Apple App Store and enter the "Institutional PIN" CALG when you register.Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial in Niche Academy: Pronunciator
Read more about "Over 100 languages to choose from"Local authors take up residence in this studio space from September to November, reviewing manuscripts and leading programs along the way. This residency is designed to champion the joy of reading, foster an understanding of the craft of writing, and connect readers and writers.
Read more about "Visit the Author in Residence "The Book Truck is a mobile public library that brings books, movies, programs, and Library services to the community and gets people of all ages excited about reading. Remember, in order to have the best Book Truck visit possible, we recommend that your event have reserved parking available for the Book Truck, and a safe way for people to approach the vehicle.
Read more about "What’s a Book Truck?"Research products before you make a purchase. Read reviews and recommendations, and discover trends in healthcare products, babies and kids items, electronics, appliances, cars and more. Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial in Niche Academy: Consumer Reports.Org + Cars Best Deals tutorial
Read more about "Make informed decisions before you spend your money"Stories come to life with animated pictures and words that help young children learn to read.Fiction stories are paired with nonfiction books on similar topics to keep the learning going. Choose books about animals, people, imagination, music, counting, and so much more. Continue learning after the story with fun quizzes and puzzles.Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial in Niche Academy: Bookflix tutorial
Read more about "Read-along storybooks for early learners."Get your popcorn and take a seat as we pick the brain of the queen of twists herself, Freida McFadden! McFadden will join us to chat about writing psychological thrillers, her...
Read more about "Author Talks: Psychological Thrillers and the Queen of Twists with Freida McFadden"You have a monthly print credit of $5, which allows you to print up to 50 black and white pages free of charge.All Library locations except Rocky Ridge have a printer, and you can also scan to a USB for free. To print wirelessly from your device, log in to Everyone Print using your Library card number and PIN. Once your documents are uploaded, head to the nearest printer and enter your card number and PIN to unlock your print job. Note that print jobs expire after four hours.
Read more about "Your Library card gives you $5 of printing"Parents or guardians can choose from two internet options for children: the default setting of unrestricted internet access or no internet access. To change your child's internet access please contact us. It's the responsibility of parents or guardians to monitor and guide their children's internet activity at the Library.
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