Volunteers help in a creative technology space at Central Library. Volunteers share their own expertise through one-on-one or small group mentoring for teens (ages 13-17).
Read more about "What will you do?"The Library supports learning and educational goals for students of all ages. Our staff are always working with educators and learning experts to develop new ways to support students' journey through the Alberta curriculum.
Read more about "Helpful resources for school"'\n ', 'The Indie Author Project helps your book reach a wider audience by sharing it with Calgary Public Library members and other participating libraries.', 'Need help formatting or publishing your book? ', 'Pressbooks', ' can help you create and professionally format books, poetry, novels and any other written content into digital and print-ready formats.', '\n '
Read more about "'Have you always wanted to write a book?'"Learning about coding helps kids develop problem-solving and logic skills, and practice persistence. Kids ages six to nine will learn the basics of coding and create their own game in Coding Buddies. This program is offered at a number of Library locations and requires registration . Kids ages 10 to 12 will learn to create their own game, design a website, and more in Code Club, with instruction designed for beginner coders. This program is offered at a number of Library locations and requires registration .
Read more about "Learning about coding helps kids develop problem-solving and logic skills, and practice persistence."Welcome to LitCon, a virtual festival for kids and teens. During the festival, young writers, readers, artists, and musicians, can connect with their peers and professional writers to learn more about their creative passions. LitCon is open to educators and students from Calgary and area from Tuesday to Friday, and to any Library member in Grades 4-12 on Saturday at Central Library.Educators can sign entire classes up, or students can attend individually.
Read more about "Discover the literary arts from May 30 – June 3"Learn in-demand skills with thousands of online courses taught by real-world industry experts. Watch courses that match your skill level, from job search strategies, and Microsoft applications, to data analysis and software development. NOTE: course certificates do not have your name on them. For enhanced security, the Library version of LinkedIn Learning does not connect with your personal LinkedIn account. Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial on Niche Academy: LinkedIn Library tutorial.
Read more about "Level-up your creative, technology and business skills"See Teen Art on Display We asked you to collaborate with us to create a permanent, browsable collection filled with your artwork, and you delivered. Together, we created a collection of sketchbooks that show off the artistic expression of Calgary teens. In collaboration with Antyx , the Library created the Calgary Youth Sketchbook Collection by sending sketchbooks, supplies and prompts to teens all around the city. Each of them filled a unique sketchbook and sent them back to us to be put on permanent display. View the sketchbooks in the Teen Centre at Central Library.
Read more about "See Teen Art on Display"Paul Lane Director, Strategy & Planning Paul earned an Economics degree from The University of Western Ontario and a MBA degree from the Schulich School of Business at York University in Toronto. Before joining the Calgary Public Library, he gained library and municipal experience at The City of Mississauga. He currently oversees Analytics & Project Support, Financial Services, Facilities Planning & Operations, and Human Resources.
Read more about "Paul Lane"Engine 23 has a new home Experience Engine 23 at Fish Creek Library! The decommissioned fire truck will impress your whole famil y . Engage in imaginative play through a hands-on approach to literacy skill-building and safety education. Interact and play with the fire truck and take part in all of the standard elements of the Library's Early Learning Centre s , including mobility, climbing, physical literacy, and sharing space.
Read more about "Engine 23 has a new home"Library staff are big music lovers! Check out what we're listening to with these playlists you can stream for free on Freegal.
Read more about "Browse our latest playlists"The use of Calgary Public Library space is governed by a principle of free and open access to the public.
Read more about "Room Use Guidelines"A unique Library membership and accessible formats for readers with learning disabilities, vision impairments, or developing English literacy.
Read more about "Special Services"Give your creativity a boost at Central Library. Your free membership gives you access to bookable studios for audio and video recording.
Read more about "Are you the next big YouTube, IGTV, or podcast creator? "Browse installations by artists from or with a connection to Treaty 7 The Library's placemaking journey began in 2017 with meetings with the Indigenous Place Making Council of Canada. Under their guidance, we visited the Stoney Nakoda, Siksika, Tsuut'ina, and Métis Nations of Alberta, as well as the Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary for input on making Indigenous visual and oral storytelling more prominent in Library locations. Indigenous Placemaking is the ongoing result. This initiative develops traditional and contemporary artworks that promote understanding of Indigenous peoples and cultures within Treaty 7 territory. The creation of these works inspires collaboration among artists of all disciplines, backgrounds, and experience levels. Having these pieces in the Library helps create an inclusive space for sharing and gathering of all Nations and communities to learn and grow together. Supported by Suncor Energy Foundation.
Read more about "Browse installations by artists from or with a connection to Treaty 7"The music, TV and other media we consume influence how we see the world. To be informed consumers, kids need to develop media literacy skills. These skills include observation, research, and critical thinking. Libraries are great places to find reliable sources of information and learn to use them. The Library is excited to launch an online quiz in collaboration with Media Smarts. Kids in Grades 4 - 6 can test their media literacy skills with this fun learning game.
Read more about "Become an Info Investigator "