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.
Discover the science behind things that make you go…ewww! Make “snot” and sneeze it while exploring viscosity, identify various animals from their scat (i.e. poop) and learn about...
Read more about "Make it Science: Eww…that Science is Gross (Ages 8 to 12)"In this workshop, we're going to experiment with poetic forms! We're going to look at examples of contemporary poetry, learn page-poetry techniques, play with language and format...
Read more about "LitCon 2022 – Poetry Blast! with Marc Lynch"How To Spark Your Own Story features the WordFest Youth team talking about sparking creativity from within with content from some of Canada’s best Indigenous writers.
Read more about "LitCon 2022 - How to Spark Your Own Story"Ever heard the saying that limitation breeds creativity? In this workshop, we'll explore unusual poetic forms such as the titular Golden Shovel, concrete poetry, blackout poetry...
Read more about "LitCon 2022 – Golden Shovel and Other Poetic Forms"Our young filmmakers continuously blow our minds with the energy, creativity, humour and general amazingness of the films they create—and we think you'll feel the same. Come join...
Read more about "Fresh Frames Youth Animation Showcase"From short, easy walks, to longer, full-day hikes, to easy scrambles, seasoned guidebook author, Andrew Nugara, outlines mountain trips for all ages and all levels of difficulty.
Read more about "Explore Alberta: Popular Day Hikes"How can you find a job during the pandemic? Learn how to network with people effectively over LinkedIn and using other methods without leaving your home so you can find a job...
Read more about "Career Basics: Networking"Blackfoot authors share their stories that come from legend and from their personal experiences, with many of the stories translated into English from Blackfoot. The book is...
Read more about "Book Launch for Siksikaitsitapi - Stories of the Blackfoot"This workshop is inspired by Picasso’s “Blue Period,” depicted in the children’s book "Pablo Picasso” from the Little People, Big Dreams book series. We will create a mixed-media...
Read more about "Creative Explorers: Fruit Bowl Collage"What has 8 arms, can change colour and can grow to 9m (30ft) across? Explore the mysterious and marvelous life of octopuses with an Ocean Wise Educator! Ask your wildest octopus...
Read more about "STEM Explorers: Mysterious Octopuses!"Launch your New Year healthy with Dr. Robert Lustig, a pediatric neuroendocrinologist who has long been on the cutting edge of medicine and science, as he tells the “real story of...
Read more about "The Lure and the Lies of Processed Food, Nutrition, and Modern Medicine: An Author Talk with Dr. Robert Lustig"Whether it’s knitting, origami, model building, or anything else you’re into – bring your own craft and join us for a casual afternoon of socializing! All artforms and skill...
Read more about "Crafternoon"Before humans existed, the world was all water. Join Mackenzie Brown, the Library’s Indigenous Artist in Residence, for this fun workshop where she teaches the Cree
Read more about "Indigenous Artist in Residence: Turtle Island Craft (Ages 7-10)"During his tenure in Calgary, Rabbi Lewis Ginsburg was not only a beloved religious figure for the local Jewish community, but also a much sought-after speaker, avid sportsman...
Read more about "Jewish History Month: Lewis Ginsburg"Join us on Sunday afternoons for live music featuring local songwriters and musicians from a variety of genres.
Read more about "Music Under the Archway"