Sarah Meilleur Chief Executive Officer Sarah Meilleur is the CEO of Calgary Public Library. Sh e is a recognized speaker at international conferences, has authored numerous journal articles, and has lectured at Harvard University on library design. S he also led the design thinking, completion and launch of Calgary's award winning new Central Library. S arah believes in supporting the community through volunteering and has served as the vice-chair for the Calgary Heritage Authority, on the Cultural Leadership Council and the Social Wellbeing Advisory Committee. She received Avenue Magazine's Top 40 under 40 award in 2011 and was a recipient of Queen Elizabeth ll's Platinum Jubilee Medal in 2022 for outstanding service to family, community, and country. Sarah is passionate about how public libraries transform lives, and she works to foster curiosity, innovation, belonging, and fantastic visitor experiences.
Read more about "Sarah Meilleur"Some heroes wear a cape, while others look like the friend next door. Explore what it means to be a hero with your little ones.
Read more about "Hurray for Heroes"Bring your proton pack, trap a ghost, share spooky stories, try on a uniform and take photos with characters from the Calgary Ghostbusters.
Read more about "Who You Gonna Call?"Hall of Famer, Sharon Anne Firth, Tom Longboat Award Winner, James Lavallée, Fitness Trainer/Wellness Advocate, Kendra Jessie Rosychuk , President of Indigenous Sport Council...
Read more about "National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD) 2022: Evening Panel discussion- The Role of Sport on the Path to Reconciliation"Ever wonder what goes into producing a radio show? Get a behind-the-scenes in-person viewing by attending a live show. Join us to welcome new Homestretch host Chris dela Torre...
Read more about "Live on Location with CBC Radio One's The Homestretch hosted by Chris dela Torre and Jenny Howe"Get ready for fun, hands-on arts activities for kids.
Read more about "Make it Messy Art: Ages 6 to 8"Based on Shakespeare’s classic play, Verdi’s opera “Macbeth” is a powerful and haunting musical epic. Led by a professional teaching artist from Calgary Opera, you’ll learn about...
Read more about "Discover Opera - Unpack the Timeless Tale of Macbeth"Are you looking for a job? Join this program to learn the basics of resumé development, interview skills, career transitions and networking from a professional career coach.
Read more about "Career Basics 101 - Virtual"Bees buzzing, flowers blooming, sand squishing through toes. Celebrate the hot days of summer with stories, rhymes, and songs.
Read more about "Beach Ball Babies"Register your class for an information session to learn about the Ultimate Summer Challenge.
Read more about "Get your class ready for summer"Artists from or with a connection to Treaty 7 contributed to this initiative. Library staff and members of the Indigenous Place Making Council of Canada visited the Stoney Nation, Siksika Nation,
Read more about "Open meetings were held to receive input and guidance on the placemaking process."Did you know that there are 150 ways to throw a frisbee? Join Frisbee Rob, a 6-time Guinness World Records holder, as he teaches you what is possible with frisbee including...
Read more about "Outdoor - Frisbee: Beyond Throw & Catch (Ages 10 to 14)"The Entrepreneur in Residence, in partnership with Platform Calgary, aims to support individuals keen to explore business and build skills related to tech and innovation start-ups. The Entrepreneur in Residence acts as a mentor to emerging and established entrepreneurs, and can offer advice on starting a business, networking, identifying markets, product development, revenue strategies, and more. Connect with them by booking a private meeting, or attending a public program or workshop.
Read more about "Supporting emerging and established entrepreneurs."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"Learn about famous scientists and research topics in applied sciences, biology, chemistry, earth science, energy, and astronomy in journal articles, ebooks, and images. Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial in Niche Academy: Science Reference Centre tutorial
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