Library Service Update

Cremona Library building is closed to the public. Curbside Pick up is available Wednesday 1-5 PM and Thursdays 2-6 M. 

Please call (403-637-3100) or email the Cremona Library for more information.

Looking for mental health resources to help you through this challenging time? Here are some websites to help you cope with information overload, isolation, and more: Free Weekly Online Calming Clinics, Managing your Mental Health course, AHS help (Alberta Health Services), International OCD Foundation, CAMH website, Shoppers coping with Stress tools

Upcoming Events

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Seniors

Carstairs Public Library

Mindfulness Package

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021

This one time kit will have supplies, instructions and surprises to help you practice Mindfulness at home.

Seniors

Carstairs Public Library

Travel with Your Tastebuds

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021
Kit pickup is the second week of the month

Explore a region of the world through spice, tea, books and movies.

Seniors

Carstairs Public Library

Maker Kits

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021
Kit Pickup is the first week of the month

A maker is someone who makes something; this monthly kit will have you making new things each month either for yourself or to give as a gift.

Seniors

Carstairs Public Library

Low Impact Workout

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021

This one time kit will have supplies, instructions and a fitness DVD to help you exercise at home.

Seniors

Carstairs Public Library

Book Club at Home

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021
Pickup your book the first week of the month

Try a new book each month and join us online to join the discussion

Teens

Carstairs Public Library

Book Club at Home-Teen edition

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021
Pick up your book the first week of the month

Every month get a new book to try and join in the fun with some virtual discussion questions and activity suggestions.

Teens

Carstairs Public Library

Teen Expansion Pack

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021
Kit pickup the first week of the month

Crafting meets Science to create a fun activity pack just for teens.

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Low Impact Workout

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021

This one time kit will have supplies, instructions and a fitness DVD to help you exercise at home.

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Mindfulness Package

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021

This one time kit will have supplies, instructions and surprises to help you practice Mindfulness at home.

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Book Club at Home

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021
Pickup your book the first week of the month

Try a new book each month and join us online to join the discussion

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Maker Kits

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021
Kit Pickup is the first week of the month

A maker is someone who makes something; this monthly kit will have you making new things each month either for yourself or to give as a gift.

Adults

Carstairs Public Library

Travel with Your Tastebuds

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021
Kit pickup is the second week of the month

Explore a region of the world through spice, tea, books and movies.

Families

Carstairs Public Library

Preschool Storytime at Home Kit

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021
Pickup your kit the first week of the month

Bring all the fun of storytime into your home with this monthly kit

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Tinker Tech

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021

Take some of our tech home for a week of fun, available on a first come first serve basis.

Children

Carstairs Public Library

Book Club at Home-Kids edition

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021
Pick up your book the first week of the month

Every month get a new book to try and join in the fun with some virtual discussion questions and activity suggestions.

Carstairs Public Library

STEAM Kits

Dec 7, 2020 to May 15, 2021
Kit pickup is the first week of the month

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math with this fun monthly kit. Each kit is intended for a family with 3 kids if you need more please let us know.

Zoom discussion

Coffee and 'Casts

Feb 1, 2021 to Apr 30, 2021
Every Friday at 9:15 am

Want to learn new things, meet new friends, and have engaging discussions? Then Coffee and 'Casts is for you! We post a link to a short podcast episode each week. Join us Friday mornings to talk about them!

Children

Virtual event on ZOOM

Kids and 'Casts

Mar 12, 2021 to Jun 18, 2021
Friday mornings @ 10:30

Listen to a podcast, join the group to chat about the topic.

Adults

Didsbury Municipal Library

ELearning

Mar 27, 2021 to May 29, 2021
One Saturday a month at 2 pm

Technology training and assistance for all ages.

Children

Didsbury Municipal Library

Family Storytime

Apr 16, 2021
Friday mornings at 10:30, once a month

Stories and activities for preschool aged children

Adults

Virtual Event on ZOOM

Inquiring Minds

Apr 28, 2021
Wednesday at 7 PM

Learn a little from the experts!

Families

Didsbury Municipal Library

DIY Macrame Fundraiser

May 8, 2021
Saturday, 2 - 4 pm

Join us to make a macrame plant holder and support your Library!

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Radon 100 Test Challenge

Oct 1, 2020 to Apr 30, 2021
Sign up all month long

Test for Radon for FREE in the 100 Test Challenge!

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Programs of the Past

Oct 1, 2020 to Jun 30, 2021
Online Program Links

Catch up on Library programs previously aired.

Children

Sundre Municipal Library

Lego Club! Online

Jan 1, 2021 to Jun 30, 2021
Tuesday afternoons, 4:00 - 4:30 PM

Lego build and share.

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Genealogy

Jan 1, 2021 to Jun 30, 2021
Last Tuesday of the month, 9:30 - 11:30 AM

Uncover your family roots!

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Cooking the Books!

Jan 1, 2021 to Jun 30, 2021
Last Monday of the month, 6:30 - 8:00 PM

The tastiest book club around.

Children

Sundre Municipal Library

Surprise Kits!

Jan 1, 2021 to Apr 30, 2021
Available monthly.

Activities, crafts and more for 4-7 and 8-12 year olds.

Children

Sundre Municipal Library

It's Story Time!

Feb 17, 2021 to Jun 30, 2021
Every Thursday, 9:30 AM

Stories, songs and rhymes for the little ones!

Children

Sundre Municipal Library

Outdoor Programs

Mar 31, 2021 to Jun 30, 2021

Stories, rhymes and songs for preschoolers

Teens

Sundre Municipal Library

DIY Sharpie Mugs

Apr 13, 2021 to May 30, 2021

Design your own mug

Adults

Your kitchen table

Books 2 Eat 2021

Apr 16, 2021
Friday, 6:00 PM

Celebrating GOOD food and GOOD Books!

Adults

Online

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour

Nov 25, 2020 to Oct 24, 2021

Support Olds Municipal Library by purchasing your film festival package using our designated link!

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Book Club To Go

Jan 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021

Register to participate in our Book Club to Go on Beanstack, earn badges, rewards, and share your thoughts with a review.

Adults

Online

Book Club To Go

Jan 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021

Register to participate in our Book Club to Go on Beanstack, earn badges, rewards, and share your thoughts with a review.

Children

Online

Book Club To Go

Jan 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021

Register to participate in our Book Club to Go on Beanstack, earn badges, rewards, and share your thoughts with a review.

Children

Online

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Jan 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021
Casual Drop In

It's never too early to start reading! Keep track of the books you read with your child, and meet with us once a month to celebrate your journey through 1000 books!

Seniors

Olds Municipal Library

LEGO® Club Online!

Jan 4, 2021 to Jun 21, 2021
1st & 3rd Monday of each month,

Twice a month we will post a LEGO Challenge for kids, families, and kids at heart to participate in.

Adults

Online

LEGO® Club Online!

Jan 4, 2021 to Jun 21, 2021
1st & 3rd Monday of each month,

Twice a month we will post a LEGO Challenge for kids, families, and kids at heart to participate in.

Adults

Online

The Moth Podcast Club

Jan 4, 2021 to Jun 21, 2021
Mondays, twice a month as posted.

Each program we will discuss one aspect of story that focuses on the human experience starting with a theme, that the storytellers explore, often in unexpected ways.

Children

Online

LEGO® Club Online!

Jan 4, 2021 to Jun 21, 2021
1st & 3rd Monday of each month,

Twice a month we will post a LEGO Challenge for kids, families, and kids at heart to participate in.

Adults

Online

Movies That Matter

Jan 11, 2021 to Jun 14, 2021
Second Monday each month.

Cozy up at home and watch the movie and then login, to join the discussion on Zoom.

Adults

Online

Recycled Art Journaling

Jan 12, 2021 to Jun 22, 2021

Do you love to create art, but are looking for direction? This program is designed to give you ideas and inspiration to start and create your own art journal.

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Recycled Art Journaling

Jan 12, 2021 to Jun 22, 2021

Do you love to create art, but are looking for direction? This program is designed to give you ideas and inspiration to start and create your own art journal.

Teens

Online

Draw and Sketch Online - Teens

Feb 1, 2021 to Jun 25, 2021
Zoom critique meets last Friday of each month @ 6:00pm.

Practice the elements of drawing, and basic techniques of still life.

Adults

Online

Draw and Sketch Online - Adults

Feb 1, 2021 to Jun 25, 2021
Zoom critique meets last Friday of each month @ 7:00pm.

Practice the elements of drawing, and basic techniques of still life.

Children

Online

Picture the Book Online

Feb 5, 2021 to May 28, 2021
New video every Friday

Join us and watch one new online video per week and pick up your monthly activity kit at the beginning of the month.

Children

Online

Loving Letters Online

Feb 5, 2021 to Jun 25, 2021

Learn all about letters and get ready for kindergarten. Sing, and Learn about letters in this virtual library program.

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Bonding Over Books - Book Club

Feb 26, 2021 to Jun 25, 2021
Last Thursday of the month, 7:00 - 9:00pm

Currently closed to new members. See what we're reading!

Teens

Olds Municipal Library

Mastering Math

Mar 17, 2021 to Jun 30, 2021
Wednesdays 4:00PM - Closing

Students in Grades 8 and up can connect with one of our local volunteers and get help and instruction with their math homework. Students should have specific needs and questions when they attend.

Seniors

Olds Municipal Library

Instagram and Twitter 101

Mar 17, 2021 to Apr 15, 2021
April 15, 6:30 - 8:30pm

Cover the basics, and the purpose behind their popularity, and how to use it effectively!

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Instagram and Twitter 101

Mar 17, 2021 to Apr 15, 2021
April 15, 6:30 - 8:30pm

Cover the basics, and the purpose behind their popularity, and how to use it effectively!

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Spring Book Sale

Apr 6, 2021 to Apr 16, 2021

Families

Olds Municipal Library

Spring Book Sale

Apr 6, 2021 to Apr 16, 2021

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Mother's Day Take & Make Kit

Apr 13, 2021 to Apr 30, 2021

Sign up for your free craft kit today!

Children

Innisfail Public Library

Crafternoon Kit

Apr 5, 2021 to Apr 16, 2021
New craft kits will be available every two weeks.

Explore a different art medium or craft with every kit! Ages: 8-12

Children

Innisfail Public Library

STEM Kit

Apr 12, 2021 to May 7, 2021
New kits available monthly.

Every month we will have a new STEM kit available that incorporates science, technology, engineering, or math. Quantities are limited so first come, first served. Call the library for more details.

Children

Innisfail Public Library

Storytime Kit

Apr 12, 2021 to Apr 16, 2021
New kits available weekly.

Every week we will have a different kit with a simple craft available.

Children

Innisfail Public Library

Crafternoon Kit

Apr 19, 2021 to Apr 30, 2021
New craft kits will be available every two weeks.

Explore a different art medium or craft with every kit! Ages: 8-12

Children

Innisfail Public Library

Storytime Kit

Apr 19, 2021 to Apr 23, 2021
New kits available weekly.

Every week we will have a different kit with a simple craft available.

Children

Innisfail Public Library

Storytime Kit

Apr 26, 2021 to Apr 30, 2021
New kits available weekly.

Every week we will have a different kit with a simple craft available.

Children

Penhold and District Public Library

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Jan 1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021

This free program encourages families to build early literacy skills by reading together. Any child from birth to five years old and/or entering kindergarten can participate in this self-paced early literacy program.

Seniors

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Be sure to check-out...

Mar 8, 2021 to Apr 30, 2021
Various days and times

all our adult and senior programming!

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Blackout Poetry Kits Available

Apr 13, 2021
Any time during our open hours | All Ages

Pick up your Blackout Poetry kit at the library!

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Sensory Story Time

Apr 13, 2021
Tuesdays | 10:15-11:00 AM | All Ages

Stories and music, followed by sensory play.

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Prism Club

Apr 13, 2021
Tuesdays | 4:00-5:00 pm | Ages 13+

Cancelled

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club Netflix Party

Apr 14, 2021
Wednesdays | 4:00-5:15 PM | All Ages | Virtual Event via Netflix Party

Celebrate your love of anime and manga with the library.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Sensory Story Time

Apr 14, 2021
Wednesdays | 10:15-11:00 AM | All Ages

Stories and music, followed by sensory play.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Memory Lane: Stories for Seniors

Apr 14, 2021
Wednesdays | 2:00-2:45 pm | Virtual Event via Facebook Live

Virtual readings of classic prose and poetry.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Launch Into Lego Prompt

Apr 15, 2021
Thursdays | 10:00 am | All Ages

Create a Lego/block masterpiece based on a weekly prompt.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Family Yoga Story Time

Apr 15, 2021
Thursdays | 9:15-10:00 AM | All Ages

Warm-up yoga with instruction, followed by movement stories and songs.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Infant Sensory Play

Apr 15, 2021
Thursdays | 2:30-3:00 pm | Ages 0-2

Sensory activities and messy play.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Builder's Guild

Apr 15, 2021
Thursdays | 4:00-5:00 PM | Ages 8-12 | Virtual Event via Zoom

Build, make, and create with different materials each week.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Sylvan Lake Photo Walk Submission Due

Apr 16, 2021
Fridays | 1:00 pm | Submit photos via webform

Submit your photos for the Library's #PhotoWalk project.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Friends Trivia

Apr 16, 2021
Friday | 3:30-5:00 PM | Virtual Event Via Zoom

Test your Friends trivia skills!

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Mother Goose Story Time

Apr 16, 2021
Fridays | 10:15-11:00 am | Ages 0-3 | Virtual Event via Zoom

Stories, rhymes, and songs.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Live Stories with Miss Corrie

Apr 16, 2021
Fridays | 9:15-9:45 AM | Virtual Event

Virtual stories, songs, and sensory play, via Facebook Live.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Coffee and Conversation

Apr 16, 2021
Fridays | 2:30-3:00 pm | Virtual Event via Zoom

Connect with other parents and adults through Zoom.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Blackout Poetry Kits Available

Apr 19, 2021
Any time during our open hours | All Ages

Pick up your Blackout Poetry kit at the library!

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

WandaVision Trivia

Apr 19, 2021
Monday | 6:30-7:45 PM | Virtual Event via Zoom

Test your WandaVision trivia skills!

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club Netflix Party

Apr 19, 2021
Mondays | 4:00-5:15 PM | Virtual Event

Celebrate your love of anime with the library via Netflix Party.

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Prism Club

Apr 20, 2021
Tuesdays | 4:00-5:00 pm | Ages 13+

Cancelled

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Seed Saving

Apr 20, 2021
Tuesday | 2:30-3:30 pm | Ages 16+

Learn about seed saving with local garden enthusiast and Seed Saving expert Janet Schultz.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club

Apr 21, 2021
Wednesdays | 4:00-5:15 PM | All Ages

Celebrate your love of anime and manga with the library.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Memory Lane: Stories for Seniors

Apr 21, 2021
Wednesdays | 2:00-2:45 pm | Virtual Event via Facebook Live

Virtual readings of classic prose and poetry.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Launch Into Lego Prompt

Apr 22, 2021
Thursdays | 10:00 am | All Ages

Create a Lego/block masterpiece based on a weekly prompt.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Builder's Guild

Apr 22, 2021
Thursdays | 4:00-5:00 PM | Ages 8-12 | Virtual Event via Zoom

Build, make, and create with different materials each week.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Container Gardening

Apr 22, 2021
Thursday | 2:30-3:30 pm | Ages 16+

Learn about different methods of container gardening with local gardening expert Janet Schultz.

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Poetry Slam

Apr 23, 2021
Friday | 4:00-5:00 PM | All Ages

Join us for an in-person poetry slam.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Sylvan Lake Photo Walk Submission Due

Apr 23, 2021
Fridays | 1:00 pm | Submit photos via webform

Submit your photos for the Library's #PhotoWalk project.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Coffee and Conversation

Apr 23, 2021
Fridays | 2:30-3:00 pm | Virtual Event via Zoom

Connect with other adults through Zoom.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Blackout Poetry Kits Available

Apr 25, 2021
Any time during our open hours | All Ages

Pick up your Blackout Poetry kit at the library!

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club Netflix Party

Apr 26, 2021
Mondays | 4:00-5:15 PM | Virtual Event

Celebrate your love of anime with the library via Netflix Party.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Book-To-Movie Club

Apr 26, 2021
Last Monday of the Month | 6:00-7:30 p.m. | Drop In

Read the book of the month, watch the movie, then join the discussion.

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Poetry Slam

Apr 27, 2021
Tuesday | 6:00-7:30 PM | All Ages

Join us for a virtual poetry slam.

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Prism Club

Apr 27, 2021
Tuesdays | 4:00-5:00 pm | Ages 13+

Cancelled

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club

Apr 28, 2021
Wednesdays | 4:00-5:15 PM | All Ages

Celebrate your love of anime and manga with the library.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Board Game Night

Apr 28, 2021
Fourth Wednesday of the Month | 6:00-7:30 p.m. | Ages 16+ | Virtual Event

An evening of online board-gaming fun via Board Game Arena & Zoom.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Memory Lane: Stories for Seniors

Apr 28, 2021
Wednesdays | 2:00-2:45 pm | Virtual Event via Facebook Live

Virtual readings of classic prose and poetry.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Launch Into Lego Prompt

Apr 29, 2021
Thursdays | 10:00 am | All Ages

Create a Lego/block masterpiece based on a weekly prompt.