Events

Learn something new, improve a skill, and connect with the community at Library events across the city.

Something Is Always Happening at the Library

Discover a wide range of engaging events for all ages. Learn about space or ancient history, drop in for live theatre and musical performances, learn about different dances performed at a powwow, enjoy a storytime, and so much more.

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Experience Alberta Culture Days at the Library

Central Library | September 1 – 30

Join us for a month of arts and culture programming featuring visual arts, music, storytelling, cultural traditions, and opportunities to connect with your community.

An Alberta Culture Days event supported by the Government of Alberta.

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Newcomer Artist in Residence Final Exhibit: Recipes from Home

Central Library | September 3 – 30

Recipes from Home shares an ongoing project that Maedeh began during her residency at the Library. The exhibit explores the ways food can carry memories, stories, comfort, and connection.

Through this project, Maedeh is exploring how recipes hold memories and become a way of staying connected, being present, and slowing down during uncertain times.

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Creative in Residence Showcase: What Survives

Central Library | September 1 – 30

You can't see this on a phone!

Visit the showcase to discover three images created by artist Paul Freeman during his residency at the Library, each made by generating thousands of possibilities, selecting one and working it by hand. At ten feet by thirteen feet, Deerfly invites you to look from across the room, then move closer as more details emerge.

Take your time and see what you find.

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Historian in Residence Peyton Neustaedter Final Exhibit

Central Library | September 1 – 30

Visit Central Library to view the Historian in Residence Final Exhibit and learn how organizations championed racial equality and helped shape our understanding of Alberta’s diverse history.

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Seniors Drop-In Social Club

Looking to connect with others? The Seniors Drop-in Social Club (55+) offers a welcoming space to socialize, enjoy activities and games, explore discussion topics, and hear from occasional guest speakers.

Available at Bowness, Fish Creek, Judith Umbach, Memorial Park, Nose Hill, Saddletowne, Sage Hill, Seton, Shawnessy, Signal Hill, Southwood, and Village Square libraries.

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Music Under the Archway

Central Library | Wednesdays, May 27 – October 14 | 5:00 pm and September 26 | 10:00 am

Visit the archway outside the front entrance of Central Library to enjoy live performances by a different local artist each week.

Discover new music, connect with the community, and spend time in one of the city's most unique outdoor spaces.

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Referendum Events

Central Library | September 24 — October 6

Get informed before Alberta's provincial referendum. Through panel discussions, presentations, and community conversations, explore the history, process, and key issues shaping the referendum.