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'\n ', 'Red Dress Day is a day to ', 'honour', ' the memories of', ' the thousands of', , 'missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit+ people (MMIWG2S+) through Indigenous voices and stories. ', 'T', 'he use of a red dress was inspired by Métis artist Jaime Black in', ' 2010', ' and ', 'represents', ' the pain and loss felt by loved ones and survivors', '. ', 'You can show your support by listening to Indigenous voices in stories and documentaries, wearing red or a moose hide pin, or hanging a red dress in a window', '.', '\n '
Read more about "'Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit+ People'"Join us for "The Cut of It," a film following women's breast cancer journeys.
Read more about "Cracking the Cancer Code"'\n ', 'Read current newspapers and magazines from over 100 countries in many languages.\xa0 PressReader features only the most recent 3 months of published content.\xa0', 'PressReader works best in a web browser on your computer or mobile device.', 'When you log in to PressReader for the first time you are given complimentary access. When it expires, refresh your complimentary access by returning to this page, and logging in again.', 'Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial on Niche Academy: ', 'PressReader tutorial', '.', '\n '
Read more about "'Local and international newspapers and magazines at your fingertips.'"We were a large and connected community. We turned to books and read a lot. We found new ways to connect safely. The Digital Library became even more important. We gathered to learn and interact online.
Read more about "Stories A Look Back at the Past Year at Calgary Public Library Over the past year, we've altered and innovated our services, adapted to a new normal, and come together as a community."We were a large and connected community. We turned to books and read a lot. We found new ways to connect safely. The Digital Library became even more important. We gathered to learn and interact online.
Read more about "Stories A Look Back at the Past Year at Calgary Public Library Over the past year, we've altered and innovated our services, adapted to a new normal, and come together as a community."Kay Burns is a multidisciplinary artist and researcher who is exploring the Library’s map collection during her residency.
Read more about "Kay Burns"Tess has a wealth of experience in queer and women’s history and is working at the Galt Museum & Archives in Lethbridge. Tess is committed to promoting accessibility and diversity in historical narratives.
Read more about "Tess McNaughton"'\n ', 'The Prairie Indigenous eBook Collection brings together over 300 titles from publishers in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta. This significant addition to the Alberta eBooks repository increases access to stories by Indigenous authors and writings about Indigenous culture, serving as the first of its kind in Canada.', 'Sponsored by the Government of Alberta and Alberta publishers.', 'Accessible on devices including desktop, tablets and eReaders. ', 'The Aldiko Next app is recommended.', '\n '
Read more about "'Browse over 300 titles'"History of Saddletowne Library Work first began on Saddletowne Library in 2009, when the North East Centre of Community applied for a permit to construct a dedicated community space in their neighbourhood. The groundbreaking ceremony for what would become the Genesis Centre was held on June 23, 2009. Calgary Public Library celebrated its 100-year anniversary on January 2, 2012, and the following day, Saddletowne Library opened at the Genesis Centre at 7555 Falconridge Blvd NE. It is the 18th Library location in operation. Photo: Calgary Public Library Archives, Our Story in Pictures
Read more about "History of Saddletowne Library"The Bright Futures Scholarship These scholarships are awarded to three young volunteers who are committed, enthusiastic, and take initiative in their volunteer role. The scholarships are made possible by a gift from Barbara Killick, formerly a senior staff member at Calgary Public Library, and witness to the positive impact made by young volunteers on the lives of Calgarians. Applications for the next Bright Future Scholarship will open in spring 2025. Applicants for the Bright Futures Scholarship must: Be an active volunteer in good standing at Calgary Public Library Have approximately 100 volunteer hours to Calgary Public Library Be in Grade 12 or have completed high school and entering or currently enrolled in a full-time course of study at a post-secondary institution in Fall 2024 Be between the ages of 17 – 25 years old
Read more about "The Bright Futures Scholarship"Kyle Brittain talks about his experiences reporting for The Weather Network.
Read more about "Extreme Weather of Western Canada"Join Author Rebecca Morrison in her debut children's picture book, The Search for the Magical Egg. Enjoy an author reading with a PALS dog, take part in a 'magical egg' hunt, and...
Read more about "The Search for the Magical Egg Book Launch"Explore accessible art Calgary Public Library is helping increase access and remove barriers to arts and culture in our community through an exciting new partnership with Contemporary Calgary art gallery. The Contemporary Calgary Art Pass is an interactive book that can be checked out at all Library locations, giving Library patrons free access to visit Contemporary Calgary with the opportunity to add their own creations to the book. Explore the full story
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