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Calgary Public Library

Unleash your potential with us! Discover ideas, inspiration, and insight at your Library. Everyone belongs here, because it’s your place too! 📚

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Celebrate springtime with this gathering of urban greening enthusiasts! At Central Library on May 30 at 10:00 am, join us to build your own seed-bomb at a hands-on workshop, learn from environmental changemakers, and check out our fair booths for fabulous gardening ideas.

Register today by visiting the link in our bio.

Presented in partnership with Women Who Get Stuff Done in collaboration with @calgaryclimatehub.

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It’s "Guess the Location" time again! Look at the pics and read the clues. Can you guess which Library we're talking about? Leave your guesses in the comments below.

1. This location is based out of a 3,000 square foot retail location at SkyPointe Landing.
2. This location focuses on digital services and technology access.
3. This location opened in 2024.

Find a Library location near you by visiting our website with the link in our bio.

#CalgaryLibrary


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It’s "Guess the Location" time again! Look at the pics and read the clues. Can you guess which Library we're talking about? Leave your guesses in the comments below.

1. This location is based out of a 3,000 square foot retail location at SkyPointe Landing.
2. This location focuses on digital services and technology access.
3. This location opened in 2024.

Find a Library location near you by visiting our website with the link in our bio.

#CalgaryLibrary


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It’s "Guess the Location" time again! Look at the pics and read the clues. Can you guess which Library we're talking about? Leave your guesses in the comments below.

1. This location is based out of a 3,000 square foot retail location at SkyPointe Landing.
2. This location focuses on digital services and technology access.
3. This location opened in 2024.

Find a Library location near you by visiting our website with the link in our bio.

#CalgaryLibrary


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Are you looking for fun, free ways to learn, create, and connect? Check out what’s coming up at Calgary Public Library! With programs and events for all ages and interests, there’s always something new to discover.

In Concert: Young Professional Musicians Collective
Central Library | May 24 | 2:00 pm

Book Launch: Robert J. Sawyer and Finnian Burnett
Memorial Park Library | May 25 | 6:00 pm

Science in the Cinema Presents: Rampage
Central Library | May 26 | 5:30 pm

Job Readiness Fair
Central Library | May 29 | 10:00 am

Advanced English Practice
Central Library | May 29 | 12:00 pm

Tree Party: Plant Baby Plant!
Central Library | May 30 | 10:00 am

2026 European Union Film Series: The Man with the Answers
Central Library | June 1 | 6:30 pm

1-2-3: Count With Me
Forest Lawn Library | Tuesdays, until June 16 | 10:30 am

A-B-C You and Me:
Bowness Library | Tuesdays, until June 16 | 2:00 pm

Words and Wiggles
Forest Lawn Library | Thursdays, until June 18 | 10:30 am

A-B-C You and Me
Nicholls Family Library | Thursdays, until June 18 | 10:30 am

Level Up! Getting Started with Dungeons & Dragons
Bowness Library | Fridays, until June 19 | 4:00 pm

Busy Bookworms
Forest Lawn Library | Saturdays, until June 20 | 10:30 am

Busy Bookworms
Fish Creek Library | Mondays, until June 22 | 11:30 am

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📚🌳 Reading in the Wild is back! 🍦☀️

Wordfest and @calgarylibrary are thrilled to announce the return of #ReadingInTheWild (third edition!) - Calgary’s beloved outdoor read-a-thon and the ultimate summer outing for book lovers.

Join hundreds of readers for an evening of books, community, and relaxing in the sunshine. Bring a blanket, your current read, and your favourite reading buddy (including well-behaved dogs 🐶).

🗓️ Tuesday, June 23, 2026
🕓 4–7 PM
📍 Memorial Park
🎟️ FREE

Don’t have a book? Borrow one from Calgary Public Library’s outdoor circulation desk and sign up for a free library card. 
This year’s special additions include:

🎵 Live music from @solatidoyyc
☕ Pop-up café from @barrowcoffee
🍦 Free ice cream from @villageicecream for the first 400 guests (and the first 25 pups!)
🍹 Zero-proof cocktail samples from @drinkwildfolk and @tuesdaybrewingco
🥪 Preorder a @parkbysidewalk dinner box to caption
🛍️ Bookish merch from @libraryfdnyyc
📚 Special Wordfest buttons and other fun giveaways
Whether you’re a lifelong reader or just looking for the perfect summer evening, Reading in the Wild is for everyone.

🔗RSVP now at the link in bio or visit Wordfest.com/ritw to receive event updates

#ReadingintheWild #Wordfest #CalgaryEvents #YYC


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Join us at Central Library on May 26 at 5:30 pm for a screening of the film “Rampage.” When a dangerous pathogen transforms animals into massive creatures, a primatologist and geneticist race to stop a global disaster. The screening will be followed by an expert panel discussion and audience Q&A.

Presented in partnership with @ucalgarymed.

Register today by visiting our website. The link is in our bio.

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With a Library card, you can borrow a Chromebook for the day to use inside the Library or to take home.

Get connected by visiting the link in our bio.

#CalgaryLibrary


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With a Library card, you can borrow a Chromebook for the day to use inside the Library or to take home.

Get connected by visiting the link in our bio.

#CalgaryLibrary


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With a Library card, you can borrow a Chromebook for the day to use inside the Library or to take home.

Get connected by visiting the link in our bio.

#CalgaryLibrary


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"A fantastic book" - 📸: Thank you to @bookswithgurl for permission to share this photo.

What’s on your reading list next? Whether you’re searching for your next page-turner, exploring a new topic, or finding a book to share, the Library is full of stories waiting to be discovered.

Browse our catalogue by visiting our website with the link in our bio.

#CalgaryLibrary


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"Coffee and currently reading!" 📸: Thank you to @mybook_notes for sharing this photo with us.

Tell us in the comments which titles are on your reading list right now.

If you're still looking for your next read, visit your nearest Library location and discover something new on the shelves.

#CalgaryLibrary


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A friendly reminder that all Library locations will be closed for on Monday, May 18, except Rocky Ridge Library which will be open for YMCA holiday hours.

Find out more about our locations and hours by visiting the link in our bio.

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Stay informed with the eResource, PressReader, your source for newspapers and magazines from around the world. Access titles from over 100 countries in multiple languages.

Log in with your Library card and explore what’s new. Find it through the link in our bio.

#CalgaryLibrary #PressReader #DigitalLibrary


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The Library is now accepting applications for the Author in Residence position. This residency is all about celebrating the joy of reading, exploring the craft of writing, and connecting with the community.

As Author in Residence, you’ll mentor writers, review manuscripts, and share insights on writing and publishing. The application deadline is June 18.

Apply now and help inspire the next chapter of Calgary’s writing community. The link is in our bio.

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Join us at Central Library on May 24 at 2:00 pm for an afternoon of classical music as the @ypmcollective takes the stage. This concert will showcase programmatic music, including selections from video games such as Minecraft, as well as classical works such as Ave Maria and Pictures at an Exhibition.

Register today by visiting the link in our bio.

#CalgaryLibrary


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