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Freedom to Read Week

Calgary Public Library

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Learn more about intellectual freedom and the freedom to read at programs and events offered during Freedom to Read Week, at your Library.

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Freedom to Read Week: Open Pages - Open Minds
Sun, Mar 1 • 2:30 PM
Free
Freedom to Read - Your Turn
Tue, Feb 24 • 3:30 PM
Free
Freedom to Read Week: "The Librarians" Film Screening
Mon, Feb 23 • 7:00 PM
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Calgary Public Library

Organizer of Freedom to Read Week

Join us as we celebrate the power of language to shape culture, strengthen community, and inspire connection. Enjoy cultural performances that showcase our city’s linguistic diversity and highlight the importance of multilingualism, cultural understanding, and preserving mother tongues for a more inclusive, sustainable world.

Alberta Culture Days

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Join us for Alberta Culture Days and Calgary Pride Week.

Alberta Referendum 2026

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Alberta Referendum 2026

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Art Night In

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Unwind and get creative from home with Art Night In, a weekly online program for adults. Led by local artists, each session explores a new art form. Get ready to unleash your inner artist with a fun evening of creativity - no experience required!

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Black History Month

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Discover the stories and rich culture of Black Albertans during Black History Month.

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Calgary European Film Festival presents

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A monthly series of European films presented in partnership with the European Union Delegation to Canada together with the European Cultural Society of Calgary. Screenings from Sept 2025 until June 2026 in the Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall.

Calgary Pride Week

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Pride Week in Calgary takes place from August 31 to September 6. The Library’s 2026 programming offers knowledge sharing, celebrations of arts and culture, and family-friendly community.

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Canadian Banking for Newcomers

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Understand the types of financial institutions and bank accounts in Canada.

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Celebrate Stampede at the Central Library

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Get into the Stampede spirit and enjoy free daily live music performances, as well as crafts, games, movies, storytimes, petting zoos, food trucks, and more from July 7 – 16 at Central Library.

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Gathering of Words

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Your new favourite literary happy hour! This fun and interactive series brings stories, poetry, and creativity to life with live readings, pop-up performances, literary games, & open-mic magic. Unwind, get inspired, and celebrate the joy of words with us!

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Healthy Living

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Healthy Living: In partnership with Primary Care Alberta Healthy Living Program.

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Historic Calgary Week 2026

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Historic Calgary Week 2026 Chinook Country: Influences & Icons Hosted in partnership with the Chinook Country Historical Society as part of wider Historic Calgary Week Programing.

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Human Rights and Holocaust Education Events

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Hosted in partnership with the Calgary Jewish Federation's Holocaust and Human Rights: Remembrance and Education department, supported by the Balaban family, Krell family, Viewpoint Foundation, and donors to the Calgary Public Library Foundation.

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Lunar New Year 2026

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Celebrate Lunar New Year with music, vibrant performances, cultural showcases, demonstrations, special Storytimes, and plenty of surprise-and-delight opportunities throughout the weeks! In partnership with the Asian Heritage Foundation.

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National Indigenous History Month

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Celebrating National Indigenous History Month with performances, singing, drumming, and engaging community discussions.

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Phoenix Rising: Ideas in the City

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In partnership with Calgary Public Library, Mount Royal University's Faculty of Arts presents "Ideas in the City," a Phoenix Rising Initiative. These talks will educate audiences about pressing topics and inspire thought and action.

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Rozsa Arts at the Library! Live Performances

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Rozsa Arts at the Library presents a series of outdoor performances featuring a variety of local artists. Grab your picnic blanket or a camping chair and bring the whole family.

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Storytime and Skate

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To ensure comfort of attendees in all weather conditions we have opted to move the Storytime indoors. Unfortunately the indoor capacity is lower. Register separately to guarantee your storytime spot- as capacity allows drop-in spots might become available

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Swingin' Sundays

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Learn to swing dance with our beginner-friendly introductory lessons. No partner or experience required.

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Winter Wishes at Calgary Public Library

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Join us at Central and Memorial Park libraries for free family fun and activities all season long! Build wintery crafts, enjoy screenings of your favourite holiday films, get your gifts wrapped, sing along to holiday tunes, and more!