Snøhetta Fast Company: Most Innovative Company (Winner in part due to Central Library project) Fast Company: Why Snøhetta's amazing new library might remind you of an Apple Store Fast Company: This is the Apple Store of libraries American Institute of Architects: Snøhetta and Dialog, 2020 recipient of the Architecture Award Entuitive Consulting Engineers Canadian Consulting Engineering Awards — Winner: Award of Excellence Canadian Consulting Engineering Awards — Winner: Engineering a Better Canada
Read more about "Snøhetta"'\n ', "The Author in Residence program has been offered at the Library for over 30 years. Through this program, we have hosted many exceptional authors who continue to contribute to Calgary's strong literary community.", 'During their residency, these authors champion the joy of reading and help patrons appreciate the craft of writing. They deliver programs and review manuscripts, providing advice to both beginner and established writers.', 'The Author in Residence is available from September to November.', '\n '
Read more about "'Connecting readers and writers.'"'\n ', 'Learn to play a musical instrument at your own pace. ArtistWorks complements the musical instrument collection available at Memorial Park Library.', 'NEW! ArtistWorks has moved to the Libby app. Download the Libby app from the ', 'App Store', ' or ', 'Google Play ', '. Sign in with your Calgary Public Library card, then scroll to the "Extras" section on the home screen.', 'Or, if you already have the app, ', 'click here', '.', 'Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial in Niche Academy: ', 'ArtistWorks', '\n '
Read more about "'Free online music classes from ArtistWorks on the Libby app'"What the Library offers Get a card Check out 99 items or access countless eBooks and audiobooks, including languages other than English and access hundreds of free services and resources, online and in person. Sign up today. Visit a location Anyone can visit any of our 21 locations to pick up or return books and use services like computers, laptops, room booking, and more. Access valuable services Get $5 free printing per month, book meeting rooms, use desktop computers or borrow a laptop, attend programs to practice English with other newcomers, or get help with job searches — explore the free services available.
Read more about "Get a card"Stoney Nakoda Powwow Demonstration
Read more about "Powwow Trail 101 "Princess Elizabeth and Prince Ronald are all set to marry and live in their castle until a dragon smashes it and kidnaps Ronald. Join Elizabeth on an adventure to save Prince Ronald.
Read more about "The Paper Bag Princess"Learn how colours mix and change in this fun activity.
Read more about "Painting with Cars"While living together in the same foster home, Morgan and Eli stumble upon a portal to a parallel reality where they meet Ochek, a mystical fisher. The trio set out on a quest to save Ochek’s community and reconnect with the kids' culture.
Read more about "The Barren Grounds"Indigenous stories from Treaty 7 authors Indigenous languages have long been underrepresented in literature — especially in children's books. This collection of Treaty 7 Language Books were written by authors from or with a connection to the Treaty 7 land on which Calgary is located. In this series, hear the authors of the books perform their stories. Stream it now on YouTube
Read more about "Indigenous stories from Treaty 7 authors"'\n ', 'Borrow a', '\xa0', 'Computer', '\xa0', 'lets', '\xa0', 'you take home a', '\xa0', 'Library', '\xa0', 'Chromebook for up to three weeks.', '\xa0', 'Whether you', '\xa0', 'want to', '\xa0', 'work on a', '\xa0', 'project,', '\xa0', 'take an online course,', '\xa0', 'meet virtually with friends', ', or search', '\xa0', 'the web f', 'or information, our Chromebooks', '\xa0', 'can help you get it done.', '\xa0', 'All you need is a valid Library membership and', '\xa0', 'an', '\xa0', 'internet connection at home.\xa0', '\xa0', '\n '
Read more about "'Need a Computer? Borrow one from the Library! '"Through their residency, chosen artists working in any artistic discipline will bring their Indigenous identities, experiences, and perspectives to the public.
Read more about "Indigenous Artist in Residence"'\n ', "Our three seasonal Artists in Residence are paid community engagement residencies that support artists, collectives, and arts organizations working in Indigenous art and placemaking, children's art and illustration, or the Newcomer experience.", 'Residents work in a designated space at Central Library and engage with the public at libraries across the city.', '\n '
Read more about "'Bringing art into the Library.'"The DAISY Standard Audiobooks on CD are available as the DAISY Standard, allowing readers to move around the text efficiently and flexibly. Listeners can jump from page to page, bookmark specific pages, and also go directly to a specific page. One CD can contain up to 30 hours of material; however it cannot be played on a regular CD player. The Daisy Reader is a simple, easy-to-use digital talking book player. Digital readers can play Daisy, MP3 and CD formats. iPads are also available for your use.
Read more about "The DAISY Standard"'\n ', 'Stream unlimited music and download up to five free songs per week. Listen to curated playlists or make your own. You can even listen to audiobooks, or watch music videos. With 15 million songs from over 40,000 labels, you’ll always find something to listen to.\xa0', 'Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial in Niche Academy:\xa0', 'Freegal Music tutorial', '\n '
Read more about "'Listen to your favourite tunes on demand.'"