You can read all about and register for our programs online here. Calgary Public Library programming is currently happening online, with plans to begin some in-person programs at select locations April 4.
Acclaimed writer Denise Chong returns to Calgary with her new book, Out of Darkness, a stirring account of the journey of domestic assault victim Rumana Monzur. Wordfest is...
Read more about "Wordfest Presents Denise Chong & Rumana Monzur"Yard-Smart planning includes choosing water-wise trees that are hardy, low maintenance, and will thrive in your climate and site conditions, creating a garden framework...
Read more about "YardSmart Trees"Join Wordfest in conversation with Colson Whitehead discussing his new novel. It continues his Harlem saga, summoning 1970s New York in all its seedy glory. Register below for one...
Read more about "Colson Whitehead: Crook Manifesto"It looks hot, but it's really cold. Explore the three states of matter, turn water into ice in 30 seconds, and find out if ice can burn.
Read more about "Dry Ice"Join the Calgary Public Library’s 2020 Author-in-Residence Lori Hahnel as she celebrates the launch of her fifth book, Flicker. This fast-paced time-travel novel being released by...
Read more about "Flicker Book Launch and Author Signing"Exploring your family history can be rewarding, but it can also be frustrating when you hit that inevitable “brick wall” of missing information. Enjoy a walk through a new online...
Read more about "Historic Calgary Week: Routes to Roots"A memory can be a colorful image in your mind. The pattern of the serving platter at your grandmother’s house, or the backyard in your childhood home. Join the Library’s Newcomer...
Read more about "Memory Art"Join us during Stampede for a series of family-friendly Western movies.
Read more about "Stampede 2023 Movies – Toy Story 2"Sharpen your pencils, and your spatial imagination to give your words dramatic intention. Stories are just painting with words - but what if we start with the art that leads into...
Read more about "Art of the Metaphor: A Visual Storytelling Workshop"Learn more about kidney health and preventing chronic kidney disease (CKD), including: the parts and function of kidneys; preserving kidney health; CKD and its treatment options.
Read more about "Healthy Living: Your Kidney Health"Sign up for a Family Reading Kit Book Club. Receive additional activities, resources and special event invitations, right to your inbox, twice this year!
Read more about "Heartwood Hotel: Family Reading Kit Book Club"Being held in advance of May 5th, National Red Dress day, this workshop is to create awareness and understanding about the epidemic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls...
Read more about "MMIWG2S+ Awareness & Ribbon Skirt/Shirt Pin Workshop"Join CBC Calgary's Young Calgary Launch Mixer to share your stories and connect with peers on the challenges of starting out in the city. Meet CBC staff, pitch ideas to reporter...
Read more about "Young Calgary Launch Mixer"Many reptiles and amphibians have adapted to life in and on trees. Featuring live animals, animals like treefrogs, tree monitors, tree pythons, chameleons, iguanas, and other...
Read more about "Amazing Arboreals"Join us for your monthly dose of theatrical fun as we explore topics like improvisation and drama games, acting tips and tricks, monologue development, film scene study, and more!
Read more about "IYKYK: Drama Club"