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Those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer are not too far away. We have plenty of lovely summer reads at the library. Come on and in and we will connect you with the latest in your preferred genre or help you find some old favourites. There’s nothing like sitting on your deck and marveling at your beautiful garden over the pages of your latest escape with a glass of iced tea in your hand.
Have an Idea For a Fun Program?
We are in the midst of planning our programs for the Fall session. If there is a program or class you would like to attend or teach, please contact Jan and the Library, we would love to hear from you. Don’t wait until it’s too late!
Bikes Back in the Library
Our Bikes For All program has returned! You can borrow several bicycles of various types and sizes until the end of September. If you want to cycle around town, bike Friendship Trail or head up to Kananaskis Country, we have you covered. You will need to sign a waiver before you cycle away; it will cover you for the entire season. We wish to express a huge thank you to Dave Macaulay who volunteers as our bike mechanic to keep the bicycles in fine running order.
Upcoming Summer Camps at the Library
Registration for our summer day camps is underway. You don’t want to miss out on the fabulous opportunities provided by our very gifted and enthusiastic camp directors.
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Kananaskis Kids’ Choir Camp (July 15-19). Renee Boehmer, the choir director, has over 35 years of experience working with children and choirs. If your child likes to sing, then this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss. This program includes music education, fun games, songs, and a performance at the end of the week for parents. Register at the library.
- Kym’s Super Fun Time Art (July 22-26) under the direction of Kym Wilkie. The camp blends digital mediums, upcycling and outdoor activities while learning from experienced artists and educators passionate about nurturing young talents and fostering creative expression in a safe and supportive environment. Ages 6-8. Register at the library.
- STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math) Summer Camp (July 29-Aug 2) by Nikolas Cavalheiro Zetouni from Next Gen EduCare. The day is composed of three sessions which comprise of introducing the technology, a guided project and completing a challenge. There will be a variety of activities such as Scratch, MakeyMakey, Lego SPIKE, Sphero Minis, Virtual Reality and Snap Circuits. Grades 3-5. You must register at www.ngeducare.ca.
There are a host of other camps being held around the community as well. The noticeboard between rooms 3 and 4 has all the flyers for these camps.
Summer Reading Program
This year, our Summer Reading Program takes place at the fireplace every Wednesday from July 10-Aug 21 at 10:30-11:00 AM. Come for 30 minutes of story time with Teagan and some other fabulous guest story tellers. A take home craft will be provided each week. Ages 4-8. Register at the library.
Family Movie Nights
Family Movie Nights run Thursday evenings from July 11- Aug 22 starting at 6 PM. Each week a family friendly movie will be screened. Titles will be advertised on our Facebook page and website. No registration is required and you are welcome to bring snacks.