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.
Central Library | July 1 | 12:00 pm — 5:00 pm
Join us for free activities and programs to celebrate and recognize Canada’s many stories. Activities include a special storytime, traditional Indigenous dancing demonstrations, musical performances, and a citizenship ceremony for new Canadians.
Complimentary cookies and coffee for the first 200 visitors to Central Library will be available from 12:00 pm until supplies run out in generous support from Second Cup
Multiple Library locations | June 1 — 30
Alongside partners, the Library will celebrate and honour Indigenous peoples in Calgary with events, activities, and resources. From a round dance at The Confluence (formerly Fort Calgary), to performances by Indigenous artists, and Elder Storytimes, National Indigenous History Month is filled with moments to celebrate, reflect, and learn.
These cross-cultural learning opportunities and other Indigenous programming at the Library are generously supported by Suncor Energy Foundation.
Artwork credit: Paityn Savoie
All Library locations | All ages | July 1 - August 31
Are you up for the Ultimate Summer Challenge? Read every day and you’ll be entered to win awesome prizes. Have fun this summer with free programs at the Library and for the most fun way to track your reading!
Central Library | All ages | July 6
Summer reading just got even more fun! From 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Central Library, enjoy a day filled with scavenger hunts and other activities, all while finding books to complete the Ultimate Summer Challenge.
Multiple Library locations | Multiple dates and times
Want to learn more about Powwows? Have you ever wondered if there are protocols that you should know about? Throughout the summer, there will be outdoor demonstrations prior to the Siksika, Kainai, Tsuut’ina, Piikani, and Stoney Nakoda Powwows — which all make up the Powwow Trail.
Siksika Powwow Demonstration
Southwood Library | June 26 | 11:00 am
Kainai Powwow Demonstration
Seton Library | July 17 | 11:00 am
Tsuut’ina Powwow Demonstration
Giuffre Family Library | July 24 | 11:00 am
Piikani Powwow Demonstration
Saddletowne Library | July 31 | 11:00 am
Stoney Nakoda Powwow Demonstration
Crowfoot Library | August 28 | 11:00 am
At select Library locations | All ages | Multiple dates
Do you have a child starting Kindergarten this fall? Join Calgary Public Library in celebrating the exciting journey of starting school. Enjoy games, art, and stories as we embark on a fun-filled adventure with other soon-to-be Kindergartners.
