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.
Rocky Ridge Library at Shane Homes YMCA opens January 15. This express Library is focused on convenience; think grab and go, library style. The new Library — located in a northwest City of Calgary recreation facility — is the first of its kind in Calgary to operate on a self-service model. Join us for the Grand Opening of Shane Homes YMCA Thursday, February 1, 10 am – 12 pm.At Rocky Ridge Library, you can pick up hold items from an innovative system of self-service lockers, browse popular collections, including 4,000 books for kids and 2,500 adult books, and use self-checkouts to borrow materials.Mark Asberg, Director, Service Delivery at Calgary Public Library, says the express model is based on years of learning at Calgary Public Library about which services can be offered in a self-service format. The new approach helps to bring the Library into more people’s lives, Asberg says.“We want to be in spaces where our resources are as available as possible to as many people as possible,” he says. The opening follows Calgary Public Library’s 2016 move into the Westbrook CTrain Station, with Nicholls Family Library, and the new Quarry Park Library located in the Remington YMCA.Rocky Ridge Library is an open, active 3,000-square-foot space within the 284,000-square-foot YMCA. The beautiful new building, designed to complement the neighbouring landscape, is nestled between a reconstructed wetland and an existing hill that offers city and mountain views.The Library’s features include public seating, a children’s area, a study space, and free Wi-Fi. Staff will be on-site daily to attend to the Library collection and deliver free programs, including Drop-In Storytime, Words and Wiggles, and Career Coaching.As the rhythm of the new recreation centre develops, it will inform what Library programs are offered when. Already, demand for Library services at the new location is expected to be strong. The growing northwest quadrant of the city is home to Calgary’s busiest community library based on circulation, Crowfoot Library.Rocky Ridge Library at Shane Homes YMCA is located at 11300 Rocky Ridge Road NW. The Library is open from 5:30 am to 10:30 pm Monday through Friday, and 7:00 am to 8:30 pm on weekends. Not yet a Library member? Join online for free today. See you at Rocky Ridge Library!
Read more about "Stories Calgary’s First Express Library Opens in New YMCA"Plans, delivers, and evaluates Library services. A master's degree from an accredited library school program is required.
Read more about "Librarian "The Story Truck visits day homes in select neighbourhoods with the Library Month at Your Day Home program.
Read more about "A mobile Library just for kids."Recorded program. Dr. Lia Daniels discusses reading motivation, tips, and book recommendations.
Read more about "Motivating Your Infrequent Reader"Connect with Elders and Knowledge Keepers, or share your expertise with the community.
Read more about "Treaty 7 members"This program is an opportunity for school classes in Calgary to visit the Library location nearest them to see how it is a learning space and resource in their community. L
Read more about "Learn about the role libraries play in your community"Thanks for your interest. All volunteer positions for this program are currently filled. Please complete and application form and we will contact you when a position becomes available.
Read more about "Thanks for your interest."Shelly McElroy is the curator of Pioneer Acres Museum in Irricana, Alberta.
Read more about "Shelly McElroy"Our 110th birthday celebrations continue with the launch of our 2023 – 2026 Strategic Plan: Everyone Belongs at the Library. Watch for more exciting news as we continue to celebrate 110 years together.
Read more about "Celebrating 110 years of Library love"Visit Central Library from July 7 – 16 to enjoy free activities and performances.
Read more about "Yahoo! It's Stampede!"Heading down to Stampede Park? Enjoy special Indigenous Family Storytimes at Elbow River Camp. These storytimes are led by Library staff and local Treaty 7 authors, with oral stories, songs, and rhymes about Indigenous culture. Storytimes will be held at 11:00 am in the Otter Tipi on the following days:
Read more about "Visit us at Elbow River Camp"Celebrate the magic of the season with Winter Wonderland at Central Library and Memorial Park Library.
Read more about "Winter Wonderland "Longer nights mean more time to spend curled up with a good book. Register for the Read 110 Challenge online through Beanstack, and use your reading map to track 110 hours of reading. Sign up from December 15 – February 28 for your chance to win.
Read more about "Read 110 hours and win amazing prizes!"