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Calgary Public Library is piloting new programs and services at libraries across the city, in anticipation of launching them at the new Central Library. This testing helps ensure all our libraries are imaginative and innovative spaces, while simultaneously giving us an opportunity to prepare for our newest building. Here’s a glimpse at some of the features:FurnitureCentral Library will feature 17 different categories of chairs to sit in, with over 2,000 public seats in total! You’ll find lounge chairs for reading, study seating with access to power, chairs of all sizes for children, café chairs, and more — all chosen with flexibility, durability, and accessibility in mind. Chairs, tables, desks, and shelving units have been tried out in libraries across Calgary, including pods at Saddletowne Library. This type of seating is great for small groups, as it’s sound absorbing and includes power outlets.Library SchoolSince March 2018, elementary school students have been coming to Central Library for Cenovus Campus Calgary Library School. At Cenovus Library School, students, their teacher and parent volunteers use the Library as their classroom for a week of hands-on, inquiry learning. Cenovus Library School launches at the new Central Library in November 2018, for students in Kindergarten to Grade 12. Whether experiencing the hands-on Questionarium, exploring resources in the Calgary’s Story collection, or meeting artists in residence and Library staff experts, students and teachers are sure to be inspired by five floors of story at Central Library.Early Learning CentresCalgary Public Library is excited for our littlest members to explore our newest Early Learning Centre this November. The Library’s 12 Early Learning Centres are vibrant and interactive spaces designed for young children to learn through play. Successful features have been duplicated from one space to the next, while fresh elements are tested at each new centre. At Central Library, the focus will be on full-body play. A full-body play structure was tried out at Crowfoot Library, with the Bird’s Eye View Early Learning Centre. Both centres are designed for kids to climb, crawl, explore, and imagine!Room Booking SoftwareCentral Library features over 30 free bookable meeting rooms for members. They’re perfect for your next book club meeting, study group, or business gathering space. How do you book rooms, you might wonder? In Quarry Park Library, staff and Library members have piloted a new room booking software. The software is simple to use, with a device outside each bookable room. On the device, you can see all upcoming bookings for the day, have the option to complete day-of bookings, and easily unlock the meeting space for your booked time — all with your free Library card.Create SpaceCentral Library will feature a Create Space, a place for community members to collaborate and engage in dialogue with others. The Create Space — tested at Memorial Park and Central libraries — showcases the diversity, originality, and inventiveness of the community. Mad Libs YYC edition, leaving an encouraging coffee sleeve, blackout poetry, and writing on typewriters are a few examples of activities sampled. The Create Space provides members with whimsical and playful experiences, plus community interaction and collaboration. Come create with us at Central Library this fall.
Read more about "Stories 5 new Central Library Features You Can See In Your Local Library"Complete your Teen Takeover with these books about music-loving teens.
Read more about "I'm With The Band"Celebrate the diversity of Indigenous cultures with books by First Nations, Métis and Inuit authors.
Read more about "Indigenous Stories for Middle-Graders"Help your child build phonological awareness by practice rhyming, alliteration, and assonance with these books.
Read more about "Learning Speech Sounds"Volunteer Qualifications Enjoys interacting with children ages zero to five Comfortable talking with parents Physically able to bend and stand for extended periods Outgoing and friendly personality Background in early childhood education is a benefit Volunteer Responsibilities Attend an orientation and training session Facilitate small group activities Share basic early-learning principles Encourage safe play, check the play area for safety hazards, and restock play materials Clean identified toys and return them to their proper location Be part of a team that creates a positive, fun, and enriching environment for children Abide by the Volunteer Standards of Conduct
Read more about "Volunteer Qualifications Volunteer Responsibilities"Stories come to life with animated pictures and words that help young children learn to read. Fiction stories are paired with nonfiction books on similar topics to keep the learning going. Choose books about animals, people, imagination, music, counting, and so much more. Continue learning after the story with fun quizzes and puzzles.
Read more about "Read-along storybooks for early learners."Our collection of nearly 1.4 million items includes books, digital books, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, magazines, newspapers, and even musical instruments. It’s a good thing you can take out up to 99 items at a time (including up to 30 DVDs and Blu-rays).
Read more about "Borrow up to 99 items."Help your child build phonological awareness by practice rhyming, alliteration, and assonance with these books.
Read more about "Learning Speech Sounds"Celebrate the diversity of Indigenous cultures with books by First Nations, Métis and Inuit authors.
Read more about "Indigenous Stories for Middle-Grade Readers"Kindergarten Book Bags are not available at Memorial Park, and Rocky Ridge libraries.
Read more about "Fire safety starts with you"Books to support teachers and parents as they help their kids navigate the digital world.
Read more about "Media Literacy: Read About It"Kindergarten Book Bags are not available at Memorial Park, and Rocky Ridge libraries.
Read more about "Fire safety starts with you"Kindergarten Book Bags are not available at Memorial Park, and Rocky Ridge libraries.
Read more about "Is your child starting kindergarten this year?"The Storyteller in Residence is pleased to consult with storytellers of all ages. Book a virtual one-on-one consultation to discuss story craft, delivery technique, or whatever aspect of storytelling you would like to explore. To book a one-hour consultation, please use our booking calendar.
Read more about "The Storyteller in Residence is pleased to consult with storytellers of all ages."