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This Early Learning Centre promotes early literacy, giving the youngest visitors a dedicated place to read, learn, and explore. Reading nooks, spots for storytime, play areas, lots of books, and a Nursing Room make up this incredible 12,200-square-foot space.
Read more about "The Jocelyn Louise Anderson Children's Library"Spring is a great time get outside and enjoy the joys of nature. Here are some great books to help you explore!
Read more about "All Things Spring! Books for Kindergarten to Grade Three"I live in another Alberta community without its own public library. For a $112 annual non-resident membership fee, all family members at the same address can get a Calgary Public Library card. Annual non-resident memberships can be purchased at any Calgary Public Library location. You can use your non-resident membership to borrow books, CDs, and DVDs, to place holds on items, book meeting rooms, and to attend Calgary Public Library programs. Some restrictions apply.
Read more about "I live in another Alberta community without its own public library."Kindergarten Book Bags are not available at Memorial Park, and Rocky Ridge libraries.
Read more about "Get ready for school with a Kindergarten Book Bag!"The donor-named Shaikh Family Welcome Gallery is both beautiful and versatile. Visit the Welcome Kiosk to view Library events or book a meeting room. Drop your return items into the Bookscalator — a giant escalator just for books — and watch the conveyor belt travel up to the second floor. After hours, this space doubles as a space for community celebrations and special events.
Read more about "The donor-named Shaikh Family Welcome Gallery is both beautiful and versatile."The Simmons-Harvie Community Living Room, made possible through a gift from Britt Simmons and Janet Harvie, is perfect for reading, studying, socializing, or a different perspective on Calgary’s skyline.
Read more about "A comfortable, multi-purpose space at the top of the building."Find the perfect picture book for story time, practice reading with books for beginning readers, and enjoy chapter books from all of your favourite series. You can also find homework help, learn about your favourite topics and even do fun crafts and activities. Have stories read to you with hundreds of audiobooks and readalongs. Listen or read on your computer, or take the book on the go by downloading it to the Libby app.
Read more about "Borrow eBooks and Audiobooks for kids of all ages. "CNOOC Digital Commons Your space to use various technologies to collaborate and innovate! Level 3 is a hub of digital technology, modelled on information commons and open design studios. Digital Learning Lab Borrow a Chromebook to take in the view from the third floor, or take a seat at a computer in the Digital Learning Lab. The Norrep Foundation Tech Connect Studio Programs are offered here every day, whether you’re looking for an introduction or refresher on Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), basic computing, or E-Library classes. Video Conference Room This free, bookable meeting room means it is easy to meet with colleagues and friends across the city or across the province for a brainstorm or discussion. Book this space for free
Read more about "CNOOC Digital Commons"For a $112 annual non-resident membership fee, all family members at the same address can get a Calgary Public Library card. Annual non-resident memberships can be purchased at any Calgary Public Library location. You can use your non-resident membership to borrow books, CDs, and DVDs, to place holds on items, book meeting rooms, and to attend Calgary Public Library programs. Some restrictions apply.
Read more about "I live in another Alberta community without its own public library."Listen and read-along to animated story books for young children.
Read more about "TumbleBook Library"The floors get quieter as you make your way up inside the Library. The peace and quiet come to a pinnacle in this space where, surrounded by wood-paneled walls and special collections, a bibliophile can read or study to their heart’s content.
Read more about "Silence is a service in the TD Great Reading Room"Family Reading Kits are now available at six Library locations. Featuring four different titles for school-age children and one picture book, the kits include discussion questions to spark lively conversation, related activities, and more staff-recommended titles to keep reading as a family.
Read more about "Start a family book club"Explore Library Express, where you can find popular new titles, pick up your holds, and browse through books recommended by Library staff. Displays change regularly, including art exhibits.
Read more about "Return your books and then find your next great read."Enjoy a good book in the Maureen Proctor Reading Nook. A long-standing volunteer, Library donor Maureen has helped many young readers develop strong reading comprehension skills and discover the magic of reading.
Read more about "Enjoy a good book in the Maureen Proctor Reading Nook."We've got events and programs for every age and interest taking place all year round. Learn about space or ancient history, drop in for live theatre and musical performances, or find time to gather and discuss the latest books. It's all happening at the Library location nearest you.
Read more about "The Library is more than just books!"