Links and Resources The Library is a signatory for the Urban Libraries Council’s Statement on Race and Social Equity . Calgary Pride This year marks the 30 th anniversary of Calgary’s first pride parade. L earn how to join in this year’s virtual festivities . Travel Alberta Pride is being celebrated across the province. Check out the variety of activities available all over Alberta. Centre for Sexuality Find resources for youth, adults, and parents across the LGBTQ+ spectrum , including s upport groups, rapid HIV testing, and online training programs . Skipping Stone This organization o ffers support groups, mentoring, help navigating gender affirming medical and legal processes , and economic and social supports for transgender people. Centre for Newcomers LGBTQ+ Services Access o ne - on - one support services, including group support, information, referrals and settlement advice . The A rQuives Browse Canada’s LGBTQ2+ Archives , which include an i ndependent collection of LGBTQ2+ documentary heritage with digital exhibitions .
Read more about "Links and Resources"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"Join us at Memorial Park Library for an outdoor movie screening of Sing 2. This talented crew of animals needs to overcome a big obstacle to fully realize their dream. Come join...
Read more about "Movie in the Park: Sing 2"Enjoy the 12 handmade books on display on your way into the TD Great Reading Room. Located in the west vestibule, these books are a collaboration between Alberta Printmakers and Loft 112. Can't visit Central Library? Watch
Read more about "The Print(ed) Word Exhibit"The main entrance opens into the Shaikh Family Welcome Gallery, a versatile and breathtaking space for large-scale special events, celebrations, and after-hours private bookings. Unfortunately, we are unable to host weddings at the Library.
Read more about "Shaikh Family Welcome Gallery"'\n ', 'Access 20 different databases in one place. Search thousands of cultural and professional organizations, government offices, law firms, health facilities, libraries, and more.', '\n '
Read more about "'The virtual directory of who’s who and what’s where in Canada.'""Calgary Public Library is committed to eliminating racial and social equity barriers. We stand with the communities we serve against racism and injustice." – Sarah Meilleur, CEOLinks and ResourcesThe Library is a signatory for the Urban Libraries Council’s Statement on Race and Social Equity. Children's Books on Racism on OverDriveChildren’s books on racism and prejudice as well as information about the history of African Americans in the US, including books about Harriet Tubman, Martin Luther King, and Rosa Parks. Black Lives Matter Reading List on OverDriveA reading list to help you stay informed about the history of systemic racism in America and the work of those who are trying to make a change. An Essential Black Lives Matter Film List on KanopyIf you're feeling overwhelmed by the news and want to take action, take the first step and deepen your understanding of racism and the experiences of Black people in America with these powerful and timely documentaries from Kanopy. The Skin We're In Reading List on OverDriveThis list of adult fiction books addresses racism as a topic.I Hope You Get This Message Reading List on OverDriveTeen reads about racial equity, social justice, and diversity.
Read more about "Stories Race and Social Equality Resources""Calgary Public Library is committed to eliminating racial and social equity barriers. We stand with the communities we serve against racism and injustice." – Sarah Meilleur, CEOLinks and ResourcesThe Library is a signatory for the Urban Libraries Council’s Statement on Race and Social Equity. Children's Books on Racism on OverDriveChildren’s books on racism and prejudice as well as information about the history of African Americans in the US, including books about Harriet Tubman, Martin Luther King, and Rosa Parks. Black Lives Matter Reading List on OverDriveA reading list to help you stay informed about the history of systemic racism in America and the work of those who are trying to make a change. An Essential Black Lives Matter Film List on KanopyIf you're feeling overwhelmed by the news and want to take action, take the first step and deepen your understanding of racism and the experiences of Black people in America with these powerful and timely documentaries from Kanopy. The Skin We're In Reading List on OverDriveThis list of adult fiction books addresses racism as a topic.I Hope You Get This Message Reading List on OverDriveTeen reads about racial equity, social justice, and diversity.
Read more about "Stories Race and Social Equality Resources"Your items automatically renew. Your items will automatically renew the morning of their due date. If you receive email notifications from the Library, an email will be sent on the due date to let you know whether the auto-renewal was successful. Most items can be renewed up to four times. You can check the due dates of your items any time by signing into your Library account online. Items may be manually renewed before their due date by signing into your account online or calling 403.262.2928. Interlibrary loans, items that have already been renewed four times, and items on hold for other patrons cannot be renewed.
Read more about "Your items automatically renew."'\n ', 'LitCon returns to the Library for its third year! The literary arts festival is for students in grades K', '–', '9 and provides exposure to literary artists – fostering creativity, social connections, and skill development.', 'Classrooms can register for virtual sessions with peers and professional creatives to learn more about the literary arts while individual students can get inspired during in-person programs at select Library locations.', 'LitCon is presented in partnership with Wordfest.', '\n '
Read more about "'Discover the literary arts from May 27 - May 31'"It's Alberta Culture Days! Join us for a live performance by classical-opera soprano, Sarah Joy Heckbert.
Read more about "Rozsa Arts at the Library & Alberta Culture Days: Sarah Joy Heckbert Performs"Healthy development in early childhood sets the course for a child’s future, leads to kindergarten readiness, and prepares children for lifelong learning and success.
Read more about "Early Learning Centres are one piece of Calgary Public Library’s Early Learning Strategy."Available for six months each year, the Historian in Residence delivers specialized programs about Calgary's rich past, and meets one-on-one with Library patrons to discuss your history-related questions.
Read more about "Do you know the stories of Calgary?"Indigenous languages have long been underrepresented in literature — especially in children's books. To honour the United Nations' International Year of Indigenous Languages in 2019, the Library worked with aspiring Treaty 7 writers to start changing that.
Read more about "Indigenous stories, written by Indigenous authors"