Bentley Library is open. Welcome back!

Contact us via phone, email or social media to arrange an appointment to browse our books or pick up items.

Our staff will be available to assist with instructions on how to request items, sign up or renew a library membership, scanning or printing needs and of course grabbing you a new “must read” or stack of reading for the kids!

Upcoming Events

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Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club Netflix Party

Jun 23, 2021
Wednesdays | 4:00-5:00 PM | All Ages | Virtual Event via Netflix Party

Celebrate your love of anime and manga with the library.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Board Game Night

Jun 23, 2021
Fourth Wednesday of the Month | 7:00-8:30 p.m. | Ages 16+ | Virtual Event

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

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Stories for Empathy

Jun 24, 2021
Thursdays | 2:00-2:15 pm | All Ages | Virtual Event via Facebook Live

Stories to inspire kindness, compassion, acceptance, and empathy.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Family Movie Night: The Secret Garden

Jun 25, 2021
Last Friday of the Month | 6:30-8:00 pm | All Ages | Virtual Event via Zoom

Join us via Zoom to watch The Secret Garden.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Sylvan Lake Photo Walk Submission Due

Jun 25, 2021
Fridays | 1:00 pm | Submit photos via webform

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

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club Netflix Party

Jun 28, 2021
Mondays | 4:00-5:00 PM | Virtual Event

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

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Book-To-Movie Club

Jun 28, 2021
Last Monday of the Month | 7:00-8:30 p.m. | Virtual Events via Zoom

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

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Prism Club

Jun 29, 2021
Tuesdays | 4:00-5:00 pm | Ages 13+

Safe space for LGBTQ2S+ youth, adults, and allies.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club Netflix Party

Jun 30, 2021
Wednesdays | 4:00-5:00 PM | All Ages | Virtual Event via Netflix Party

Celebrate your love of anime and manga with the library.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Memory Lane: Stories for Seniors

Jun 30, 2021
Wednesdays | 2:00-2:45 pm | Virtual Event via Facebook Live

Virtual readings of classic prose and poetry.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Corsets and Petticoats Trivia Night

Jun 30, 2021
Wednesday | 7:30-8:45 PM | Virtual Event via Zoom

Test your Period Drama trivia skills!

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Sylvan Lake Photo Walk Submission Due

Jul 2, 2021
Fridays | 1:00 pm | Submit photos via webform

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

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club Netflix Party

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

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

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Disney Live Action Trivia Night

Jul 5, 2021
Monday | 6:45-8:00 PM | Virtual Event via Zoom

Test your Disney Live Action trivia skills!

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Mother Goose Live

Jul 6, 2021
Tuesday | 10:15-10:45 | Ages 0-3 | Virtual Event via Facebook Live

Stories, rhymes, and songs.

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Prism Club

Jul 6, 2021
Tuesdays | 4:00-5:00 pm | Ages 13+

Safe space for LGBTQ2S+ youth, adults, and allies.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Summer Story Time

Jul 7, 2021
Wednesdays | 10:15-11:00 AM | All Ages

Stories and music, followed by sensory play.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Junior Board Gaming

Jul 7, 2021
Wednesdays | 2:00-3:00 PM | All Ages

Play new virtual board games with the library.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club

Jul 7, 2021
Wednesdays | 4:00-5:00 PM | All Ages

Celebrate your love of anime and manga with the library.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Stories for Empathy

Jul 8, 2021
Thursdays | 2:00-2:15 pm | All Ages | Virtual Event via Facebook Live

Stories to inspire kindness, compassion, acceptance, and empathy.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Coffee and Conversation

Jul 8, 2021
Thursdays | 12:30-1:30 pm | Ages 18+

Connect with other seniors and adults to discuss weekly themes over a cup of coffee or tea that you bring with you.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

John Hughes Movie Trivia Night

Jul 8, 2021
Thursday | 6:45-8:00 PM | Virtual Event via Zoom

Test your knowledge of John Hughes' most famous movies!

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Live Stories with Miss Corrie

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

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

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Sylvan Lake Photo Walk Submission Due

Jul 9, 2021
Fridays | 1:00 pm | Submit photos via webform

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

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club Netflix Party

Jul 12, 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

Board Game Night

Jul 12, 2021
Second Monday of the Month | 6:30-8:00 p.m. | Ages 16+ | Virtual Event

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

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Mystery Book Club

Jul 12, 2021
Second Monday of the Month | 6:30-8:00 p.m. | Ages 16+

Calling all mystery fans. Let's solve it together!

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Mother Goose Live

Jul 13, 2021
Tuesday | 10:15-10:45 | Ages 0-3 | Virtual Event via Facebook Live

Stories, rhymes, and songs.

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Prism Club

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

Safe space for LGBTQ2S+ youth, adults, and allies.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Summer Story Time

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

Stories and music, followed by sensory play.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Junior Board Gaming

Jul 14, 2021
Wednesdays | 2:00-3:00 PM | All Ages

Play new virtual board games with the library.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club

Jul 14, 2021
Wednesdays | 4:00-5:00 PM | All Ages

Celebrate your love of anime and manga with the library.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Romance Book Club

Jul 15, 2021
Third Thursday of the Month | 6:30-8:00 p.m. | Ages 16+

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

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Stories for Empathy

Jul 15, 2021
Thursdays | 2:00-2:15 pm | All Ages | Virtual Event via Facebook Live

Stories to inspire kindness, compassion, acceptance, and empathy.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Coffee and Conversation

Jul 15, 2021
Thursdays | 12:30-1:30 pm | Ages 18+

Connect with other seniors and adults to discuss weekly themes over a cup of coffee or tea that you bring with you.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Live Stories with Miss Corrie

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

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

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club Netflix Party

Jul 19, 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

Adults Who Read YA Book Club

Jul 19, 2021
Third Monday of the Month | 6:30-8:00 p.m. | Drop In

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

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Mother Goose Live

Jul 20, 2021
Tuesday | 10:15-10:45 | Ages 0-3 | Virtual Event via Facebook Live

Stories, rhymes, and songs.

Teens

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Prism Club

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

Safe space for LGBTQ2S+ youth, adults, and allies.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Summer Story Time

Jul 21, 2021
Wednesdays | 10:15-11:00 AM | All Ages

Stories and music, followed by sensory play.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Junior Board Gaming

Jul 21, 2021
Wednesdays | 2:00-3:00 PM | All Ages

Play new virtual board games with the library.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Anime Club

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

Celebrate your love of anime and manga with the library.

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Game of Thrones Trivia Night

Jul 22, 2021
Thursday | 6:45-8:00 PM | Virtual Event via Zoom

Test your Game of Thrones trivia skills!

Families

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Stories for Empathy

Jul 22, 2021
Thursdays | 2:00-2:15 pm | All Ages | Virtual Event via Facebook Live

Stories to inspire kindness, compassion, acceptance, and empathy.

Adults

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Coffee and Conversation

Jul 22, 2021
Thursdays | 12:30-1:30 pm | Ages 18+

Connect with other seniors and adults to discuss weekly themes over a cup of coffee or tea that you bring with you.

Children

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library

Live Stories with Miss Corrie

Jul 23, 2021
Fridays | 9:15-9:45 AM | Virtual Event

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

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Minecraft Survival Online

Jun 24, 2021
3:30 - 5:00pm

Join the library's realm and play Java Minecraft online with us! We play creative mode/survival mode on Tuesdays and straight survival on Thursdays. We use Discord to chat. Ages 11+ Contact the library to register

Adults

Blackfalds Public Library

Dungeons & Dragons - Online (Full)

Jun 27, 2021

Ages 18 + Registration required

Children

Blackfalds Public Library

Minecrafternoon Online

Jun 28, 2021
3:30 - 5:30pm

Join the library's realm and play Java Minecraft online with us! We play creative mode/survival mode on Tuesdays and straight survival on Thursdays. We use Discord to chat. Ages 11+ Contact the library to register

Teens

Blackfalds Public Library

YPG: Fantasy High - online

Jun 29, 2021
4:30 - 6:00 pm

Using the Dungeons and Dragons (5e) table top role playing game system, we play a group of high school adventurers trying to figure out why young women are going missing from town. We use Roll20 to play Ages 12+

Adults

Blackfalds Public Library

Ink Drinkers Book Club via Zoom

Jun 30, 2021
7:00 - 8:30pm

If you like talking about books, please join us online! We meet once a month on the last Wednesday of the month. We choose one book each and then read these books over the course of around 6 months. Ages 18+

Families

Rimbey Lions Park #1 (N of library)

Tye Dye Night

Jun 24, 2021
3:45pm

Celebrate PRIDE by making your own tie dye shirt.

Adults

Rimbey Lions Park #1 (N of library)

Music at the Park

Jun 25, 2021
7:00

Enjoy some music at the park! This week features Tim Hus.

Children

Outside, in front of the library

Preschool Storytime

Jun 29, 2021
10:30 am

Join us outside the library for some books and crafts!

Children

Outside, in front of the library

Preschool Storytime

Jul 6, 2021
10:30 am

Join us outside the library for some books and crafts!

Families

Rimbey Municipal Library

Movie Night at the Library

Jul 8, 2021
6:30 pm

Featuring: Dolittle Sponsored by the Rimbey Lion's Club

Children

Outside, in front of the library

Preschool Storytime

Jul 13, 2021
10:30 am

Join us outside the library for some books and crafts!

Children

Outside, in front of the library

Preschool Storytime

Jul 20, 2021
10:30 am

Join us outside the library for some books and crafts!

Children

Eckville Municipal Library

Summer Reading Club

Jun 11, 2021 to Jul 7, 2021
Register by July 7th, 2021

We are now taking registrations for our Summer Reading Club packages. Call the library at 403-746-3240 to register your child.

Children

Penhold and District 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.

Children

Innisfail Public Library

STEM Kit

Jun 14, 2021 to Jun 25, 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

Crafternoon Kit

Jun 21, 2021 to Jul 9, 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

Jun 21, 2021 to Jun 25, 2021
New kits available weekly.

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

Children

Innisfail Public Library

Storytime Kit

Jun 28, 2021 to Jul 2, 2021
New kits available weekly.

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

Families

Alix Public Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Aug 28, 2020 to Sep 1, 2021
Every Thursday, 12-8

Get your children signed up for this amazing year long reading program!

Families

Alix Public Library

Home School Learning Spaces

Sep 2, 2020 to Jun 30, 2021

Take advantage of these classroom like spaces for teaching your children.

Families

Online

Rocky vs Stettler Monday Night Gaming

Aug 3, 2020 to Dec 14, 2021
Mondays at 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Join us for a friendly competition between Libraries! We play a variety of games, including Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Among Us, and others. Follow our social media pages to find out which game we're playing each Monday. If you want to join a group chat with your favourite cen...

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

June Preschool Take Home Activity Kit

Jun 1, 2021 to Jun 30, 2021
Curbside Pickup

Ice cream themed activities to enjoy at home with your little one.

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

June After School Fun- at Home!

Jun 1, 2021 to Jun 30, 2021
Curbside Pickup

Call to pick up your June Activity Kit.

Children

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

June Preschool Songs

Jun 1, 2021 to Jun 30, 2021
On Demand

Follow the links to see demonstrations of the songs and rhymes included with the June Kit.

Seniors

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Journaling Your Memories

Jun 21, 2021 to Jun 25, 2021
Week of June 21st

Journal Using Writing Prompts to Preserve your Memories

Families

Rocky Mountain House Public Library

Make Your Own Juggling Balls!

Jun 28, 2021 to Jul 2, 2021
Week of June 2th

Create your own juggling balls!

Teens

Twitch

Rocky Writers Group

Jun 29, 2021
Every Tuesday, 7-8pm

Meet up with other aspiring writers on our Twitch channel.

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

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!

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.

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

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

Around the World in Summer Days

May 15, 2021 to Aug 13, 2021

Register for your summer programming Take & Make kits! While supplies last!

Adults

Olds Municipal Library

Around the World in Summer Days

May 15, 2021 to Aug 13, 2021

Register for your summer programming Take & Make kits! While supplies last!

Children

Olds Municipal Library

Around the World in Summer Days

May 15, 2021 to Aug 13, 2021

Register for your summer programming Take & Make kits! While supplies last!

Teens

Online

Everyday SuperTeens

Jun 1, 2021 to Aug 14, 2021

Do you know a teen who is an everyday Superhero? Nominate them here!

Families

Elnora Public Library

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Mar 5, 2021 to Mar 5, 2022
Any Time Any Place

Sign up for this FREE program.

Adults

Sundre Municipal Library

Programs of the Past

Oct 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2021
Online Program Links

Catch up on Library programs previously aired.

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!

Teens

Sundre Municipal Library

Everyday Superheroes!

Jun 1, 2021 to Aug 14, 2021
Anytime, anywhere!

Celebrate a youth in our community!

Children

Sundre Municipal Library

Summer Blast Events

Jun 15, 2021 to Aug 25, 2021

We’ve got some extra fun in store for the summer. Take a look at the SUMMER BLAST events available!

Zoom discussion

Coffee and 'Casts

Feb 1, 2021 to Aug 27, 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!

Teens

Didsbury Municipal Library

Teen Advisory Board

Jun 1, 2021 to Jun 30, 2021
Wednesday 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Join today to plan teen events in Didsbury

Families

Didsbury Municipal Library

Superhero Citizens

Jun 15, 2021 to Aug 6, 2021
Nominations open June 15 and close on August 6

Celebrate a youth in our community by telling us about their good deeds!

Adults

Zoom

Inquiring Minds June

Jun 30, 2021
7:00-7:30 pm

Listen and Learn from experts

Adults

Zoom

Birdwatching 101

Jul 7, 2021
7:00 PM

Join us to learn more about who you spot in your backyard

Adults

Didsbury Municipal Library

Big Library Read

Jul 14, 2021
Booktalk Wednesday July 14, 7:00 PM. Ebook available June 28 to July 12

Grab this title with no waitlist or holds. Join us for a booktalk on July 14

Teens

Stettler Public Library

Teen Scene: Kahoot!

Jun 16, 2021 to Jun 23, 2021
Wednesday, June 23 at 4:30 pm

Join us on Instagram Live! Everyone who joins online will get the code for Kahoots so they can play along with us.

Children

Stettler Public Library

Read and Rhyme

Jun 23, 2021
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays at 10:30 am online

Read and Rhyme is coming back online with stories, songs, rhymes and a fun atmosphere for all! Join us online at www.facebook.com/splreadandrhyme! We will tell a few stories and have fun together encouraging emergent literacy skills!