1980s 1981 : The new Alexander Calhoun Library building opens. 1983 : Properties Library closes, and Village Square Library opens. 1985 : Fish Creek Library opens. 1986 : Millican-Ogden Library (later named Glenmore Square) opens. 1987 : VHS videos are added to the collection. 1988 : Nose Hill Library opens, replacing Varsity Library.
Read more about "1980s"2000s 2001: Shawnessy Library opens, replacing Midnapore Library. 2004: DVDs are introduced to the Library’s collection. The Crowfoot Library and Country Hills Library open. 2007: Wireless internet is added to all locations.
Read more about "2000s"Policies including signing authority, annual audit, debt, investing, and risk management.
Read more about "Finance"The Library entrance leads to the Shaikh Family Welcome Gallery, featuring a wall mural and buffalo sculpture by Indigenous artists. Head into the Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall, or visit Library Express.
Read more about "Level 1"Explore the 12,200 square-foot Jocelyn Louise Anderson Children’s Library, featuring a Questionarium for school-age kids.
Read more about "Level 1M"Subtraction and addition Count the doors and windows in your house. H ow many more windows are in your house compared to doors?
Read more about "Subtraction and addition Count the doors and windows in your house.""Calgary Public Library is committed to eliminating racial and social equity barriers. We stand with the communities we serve against racism and injustice." – Sarah Meilleur, CEOLinks and ResourcesThe Library is a signatory for the Urban Libraries Council’s Statement on Race and Social Equity. Children's Books on Racism on OverDriveChildren’s books on racism and prejudice as well as information about the history of African Americans in the US, including books about Harriet Tubman, Martin Luther King, and Rosa Parks. Black Lives Matter Reading List on OverDriveA reading list to help you stay informed about the history of systemic racism in America and the work of those who are trying to make a change. An Essential Black Lives Matter Film List on KanopyIf you're feeling overwhelmed by the news and want to take action, take the first step and deepen your understanding of racism and the experiences of Black people in America with these powerful and timely documentaries from Kanopy. The Skin We're In Reading List on OverDriveThis list of adult fiction books addresses racism as a topic.I Hope You Get This Message Reading List on OverDriveTeen reads about racial equity, social justice, and diversity.
Read more about "Stories Race and Social Equality Resources"We’ve all been there. You’ve watched everything there is on Netflix, your eyes are tired from scrolling your newsfeed, and even TikTok can get old after the fifth hour in a row. If you’re out of ideas to keep you busy, you‘ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up a list of our favourite free boredom-crushing apps and resources to get you through even the longest day of nothing to do. All you need is a Library membership (which just so happens to be free too. Get it online and start trying these apps right away).Take free music lessonsAlways wanted to learn the guitar? Maybe you want to brush up on your piano-playing skills or learn to sing like Ari. ArtistWorks gives you access to a ton of free music lessons that you can do at your own pace and watch on your computer or smartphone wherever, whenever. Learn a new language Start preparing for that future vacation by learning a new language. Guess who gives you access to Rosetta Stone Library Edition for free? We do. Get started now and you’ll be speaking and reading in no time (maybe you can finally watch that anime without subtitles). Can't find a language you're interested in? Check out the new Transparent Language eResource for more options, including Indigenous languages such as Cree, Dakota, Denesuline, Gwich'in, Oji-Cree, Ojibwe, and more. Borrow a book without getting up from the couch Graphic novels, dystopian futures, high school romances — it's all on TeenBookCloud, and titles are always available with no holds. Now you can start reading or listening to that novel you’ve been meaning to get to without having to track down the physical book or worry about getting food stains on the pages. Do that thing you’ve always wanted to try Is “learn animation” on your bucket list? How about photography, creating YouTube content, or Python? We have an app for that too. Check an item off your dream to-do list by learning a new skill or hobby with LinkedIn Learning for Library. It’s got hundreds of expert-led video tutorials on all kinds of skills and topics (that you get access to for free, because we like learning). Listen to a good bookGive your tired eyes a break from screens and borrow an audiobook from Libby. Just download the free app to your smartphone or iPad and start listening to a book while you’re doing chores, making a snack, or winding down before bed. Find something new to watchSo you’ve already seen everything on Netflix and you’re running out of movie streaming ideas. Have you checked out Kanopy yet? Besides being free, it has tons of movies the other platforms don’t. From indie film festival favourites to popular Oscar-winners, we’re pretty sure you’ll discover a new gem. Start with our librarians’ recommendations of Must-See Movies About Growing Up or documentaries about video gaming and tech culture. Stream and download music for freeFind that perfect bop to dance or sing along to. Listen to ad-free music and download five free songs per week to your smartphone with Freegal Music. They have 15 million songs from over 40,000 labels, so you can grab your headphones and get lost in some good music. Want more free things to do at home? Be sure to check out our Library at Home section for other resources like these.Not yet a member? Sign up for your free Library card online and start using it immediately.
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Read more about "'The tools you need to interpret a global business landscape'"What will you do? Guide community walking tours designed to explore neighbourhoods using a script provided by Library staff. Walks are focused on civic art, history, or nature. Current walks include: Downtown Library Walking Tour, East Village; Downtown Library Walking Tour, Memorial Park; Memorial Park Historical Walking Tour. Program Length: One hour What's in it for you? Develop interpersonal, leadership, problem-solving, communication, and time management skills Gain experience in public speaking and facilitation Meet new people Have fun and contribute to your community
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Read more about "Lest We Forget"Mental Health Resources Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line This phone line is available 24-hours a day for anyone experiencing pain or distress as a result of their Residential school experience. Call 1-866-925-4419. Elbow River Healing Lodge The Elbow River Healing Lodge offers a full range of primary care services and visiting specialists to First Nations (Status and Non-Status), Métis, and Inuit people and their families. Wellness Desk Visit the Library's Wellness Desk , available on a drop-in basis. A variety of mental wellness resources are also available to you for free with your Library card. Other Resources Hope for Wellness Help Line Circle of Wisdom Elders and Seniors Centre Native Counselling Services of Alberta Calgary Counselling Centre Distress Centre Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse Kids Help Phone
Read more about "Mental Health Resources"'\n ', 'Calgary Public Library commits to listening to, learning from, and building relationships with local Indigenous communities. We have a responsibility to share the true history of what happened at Indian residential schools and the ongoing, intergenerational trauma they caused.', 'Learning the truth is an important first step for all Canadians toward healing our community. We hope to honour all those who attended residential schools and their families through this work.', '\n '
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