Fall Programs
Fall programming will begin second week of September.
Program registration opens August 17.
November Program 2021 Calendar
Program and Special Event Accessibility for Guests with Disabilities
These programs are for everyone! Online programs will be captioned. If you require another access service to fully participate or have any questions about accessibility, please contact the Programming Team at asgprogramming@yrl.ab.ca or call us at 780-962-4423 ext. 0. To ensure the best experience, please try to contact us at your soonest convenience.
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Kids/Youth Programs
| Name | Description | Availability | Ages*** | Platform |
| Family Storytime: Tales Through Time & Space |
We're back in-person! Travel out of this world and experience this world in new ways with interactive songs and stories that develop school readiness. “Let it go” and sing along; it’s never too early to instill a love of learning in your children. Have fun with your children and build the confidence and skills caregivers need to open the door to a lifetime of learning. |
Tuesdays weekly 10:30-11am 7 September-30 November CANCELLED DURING CURRENT RESTRICTIONS |
2-6 with caregivers (siblings & friends are welcome) |
FREE In-person Drop-in |
| Cyber Tales LIVE on Facebook** |
Tune in for LIVE storytimes on our Facebook page. Join Sarah, our Children & Youth Services Librarian for read-alouds. Storytime for Tots: Put on your pyjamas, grab a bedtime buddy, and join us for a special evening storytime. |
Tuesdays weekly at 7:00pm 7 September-30 November |
2-6 with caregivers |
Facebook (videos available for up to 4 weeks after the live event to watch at your leisure, search our videos on Facebook) |
| Pokémon Club | CALLING ALL POKÉMON TRAINERS WE ARE BACK IN-PERSON! Join us once again for all things Pokémon in a safe and inclusive space. Don’t forget to bring your Kids Pokémon Club Membership Card! When you fill up your card you win a Pokémon themed prize! Visit our Virtual Pokémon Club for crafts, activities and recipes for tons of Poké-fun. |
Monthly 2nd Tuesday of the month 6:30-7:30pm 14 September, 12 October, 9 November CANCELLED DURING CURRENT RESTRICTIONS |
7-12 years |
FREE In-person Registered Space is limited New members are welcome |
| Virtual Animal Program presented by the Calgary Zoo |
Join an expert conservation educator from the Calgary Zoo for an interactive tour through one of the zoo regions. |
Wednesday 20 October 10:30-11:30am |
Preschoolers, Homeschoolers and All Ages |
FREE Online Registered Space is limited |
| Virtual Visit with Dinosaurs |
Take a tour of the world-renowned Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology without leaving your home! |
Friday 12 November 10:30am-11:15am |
Preschoolers, School age kids, Homeschoolers and All Ages |
FREE Online Registered Space is limited PROGRAM FULL |
| Virtual Rizdvo - Ukrainian Pioneer Christmas |
Take a virtual step back in time to learn how Ukrainians in Alberta celebrated Christmas 100 years ago, and learn how those traditions continue today. You’ll learn how to make a kolach, a special bread made for Christmas, and have a chance to interact with our interpreters and ask them questions. |
Wednesday 8 December 11:15am-12:00pm |
Grades 1-6 School age kids, Homeschoolers and All Ages |
FREE Online Registered Space is limited CANCELLED due to road conditions |
| Cyber Tales LIVE on Facebook** |
Tune in for LIVE storytimes on our Facebook page. Join Sarah, our Children & Youth Services Librarian for read-alouds. Storytime for Big Kids (of All Ages): Let's start off reading a riveting chapter book that you can continue on afterwards with your family. You are never too old for storytime! New book each LIVE video. |
Alternate Fridays at 4:00pm: 10 Sept, 24 Sept, 8 Oct, 22 Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov, 3 Dec |
7+ and All Ages |
Facebook (videos available for up to 4 weeks after the live event to watch at your leisure, search our videos on Facebook) |
| Tick Tock Time | The parent-child bond is integral to the growth of a child’s language skills, and can be strengthened through various types of play as children learn to discover, create, and problem solve in a safe, caring environment. Learn new ways to play that help develop early literacy. This program is presented in Partnership with APFA (Alberta Parenting for the Future Association) |
Fridays 10:00-11:00am Fridays September 10, 17, 24 and October 1 |
0-4 years and their caregivers | FREE In-person at SGPL Registered via Eventbrite Program is FULL |
| Baby Time | An enjoyable and engaging time for you and baby! Sing songs, read books, tell stories and play hand games to enhance parent/child attachment, social skills and healthy child development. This program is presented in Partnership with APFA (Alberta Parenting for the Future Association) |
Fridays 10:00-11:00am Fridays October 15, 22, 29 and November 5 |
Babies 0-18 months and their caregivers |
FREE In-person at SGPL Registered via Eventbrite CANCELLED |
| Tick Tock Time German-English |
The parent-child bond is integral to the growth of a child’s language skills, and can be strengthened through various types of play as children learn to discover, create, and problem solve in a safe, caring environment. Learn new ways to play that help develop early literacy. This program is presented in Partnership with APFA (Alberta Parenting for the Future Association) |
Fridays 10:30-11:30am Fridays November 19, 26 and December 3, 10, 17 |
0-6 years and their caregivers |
FREE In-person at SGPL Registered via Eventbrite |
| No School Fridays | It's a no school day. There's no better way to spend it than at the library! We will be showing two movies throughout the day with FREE popcorn. The Tech Tank will be open ALL DAY so come on by to create and explore! Movies may have a PG rating and may not be suitable for all children |
Friday 8 Oct, Friday 12 Nov First movie screening: 10:30am-12:30pm Second movie screening: 1:30pm-3:30pm CANCELLED DURING CURRENT RESTRICTIONS |
5-17 years, All Ages | FREE In-person Drop-in |
| Builders Club | In partnership with Parkland County Libraries. Bring your Lego Bricks, K’Nex or other building materials and unleash your creativity in this 1 hour builders club. Each month there will be a new challenge along with plenty of time for free play. This hybrid program is offered both virtually and in-person, register and choose how you want to participate. Building materials provided if participating on-site |
Monthly 1st Saturday of the month 2:00-3:00pm 4 September, 2 October(virtually only), 6 November (virtually only) |
7-12 years | FREE Virtual/In-person Registered Space is limited |
| Minecraft Mania! NEW |
Come join us for a Minecraft extravaganza! We will have new building challenges and ideas to stretch your creativity. Work solo or in a group and make new friends! This program will be using Minecraft Realms. This hybrid program is offered both virtually and in-person*, register and choose how you want to participate. If attending in-person, please bring your own device |
Monthly 4th Saturday of the month. 1:00-3:00pm 25 September (virtually only), 23 October (virtually only), 27 November (virtually only) |
7-12 years | FREE Virtual/In-person Registered Space is limited Program is FULL |
| Cohesive Monthly Program |
A once a month gathering of parents and caregivers with a FREE inclusive program for children and youth. The program alternates between the Stony Plain and Spruce Grove Libraries. Topics and activities for the adult program are posted on our Facebook and Instagram pages. This program is presented in partnership with the Foundation for Cohesive Communities |
4th Saturday of the month October-June (no program is December) Saturday 27 November @SGPL 10:00am-1:00pm |
All Ages, Families | FREE In-person at SGPL Registration is required for the child and youth program. Registered |
| Virtual Reading Club Kids Edition* |
Be part of an online reading community in a safe child-friendly virtual setting, that has been specifically created with kids in mind. November is: Food Infused Fiction |
New themes monthly. September-November |
7-12 |
SGPL Website |
| Dial-a-Story NEW | Missing stories from your favorite library staff? Dial-a-Story is here! · Listen to a free, pre-recorded story right from your phone, 24/7 whenever YOU want it. No internet access required. Stories available for preschoolers, older kids, adults and all ages. |
New content every 2 weeks September-December |
3-5 years, 5-17 years, Adults, All Ages | FREE Phone-based service Call 587-853-4554 You can press # at any time during a story to return to the menu |
| Storywalk |
Take a (Story)Walk and get a breath of fresh air. Enjoy our new storywalk close to the library when you come and visit us. |
September-October |
All Ages |
FREE Drop-in Outside |
Special Events/All Ages
| Name | Description | Availability | Ages*** | Platform |
| Talking Circles | Join our Talking Circles as we share various gifts, wisdom, stories and teachings from our local Indigenous community and neighbors. Listen deeply with a profound opportunity to understand, learn and establish a sense of community in a safe sacred space. Gain a mutual understanding of one another regardless of our various backgrounds. Refreshments will be provided. *The Talking Circle is mostly suited for older children and adults, but all community members are welcome to attend this free event. |
September 22, October 27, November 24 and December 15 from 5:30-9:00pm. Program will start at 6:00pm. |
All Ages |
FREE In-person Will be taking place outside while weather permits. |
| Alberta Culture Days | Attend a virtual Blanket Exercise, register for workshops and view live performances. Celebrate Alberta's diverse culture. Learn more details and register for programs on our website. |
September 24-26 | All Ages | In-person and online Register here: SGPL Website |
| Virtual Animal Program presented by the Calgary Zoo |
Join an expert conservation educator from the Calgary Zoo for an interactive tour through one of the zoo regions. Asia Virtual Safari: Discover the spectacular animals that call Eurasia home. Animals observed may include: white-handed gibbons, Malayan tapir, Japanese macaque, Japanese serow, markhor, Amur tiger, wild boar, red panda, snow leopard, Bactrian camel. Meet animals up close and personal with this interactive and educational program! Come prepared with lots of questions! |
Wednesday 20 October 10:30-11:30am |
Preschoolers, Homeschoolers and All Ages |
FREE Online Registered Space is limited |
| Virtual Visit with Dinosaurs |
Take a tour of the world-renowned Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology without leaving your home! During this interactive virtual visit, our expert will guide you through our galleries and exhibits. Marvel at creatures from ancient seas, explore Dinosaur Hall, and discover how life carried on after the asteroid impact that marked the end of the Age of Dinosaurs. |
Friday 12 November 10:30am-11:15am |
Preschoolers, School age kids, Homeschoolers and All Ages |
FREE Online Registered Space is limited |
| Tech Bowl | Splash into our Tech Bowl this season! Explore and play with some of your favourite tech such as OSMO, OZOBOTS, iPads, video game consoles and classics such as our retro tech |
Tuesdays 12-6pm Fridays 1-5pm |
All Ages *children under 12 must have caregiver on premises* |
FREE In-person Drop-in Space is limited |
| Winter Holidays Celebration |
The winter holidays are here! Join us in celebrating all month long! This December join SGPL for a special event. WE will be offering a variety of activities online and in-person, including season Make & Takes* *while supplies last, 1 kit per household |
December 1-31 | All Ages | SGPL Website and In-person |
Adults/Seniors
| Name | Description | Availability | Ages*** | Platform |
| Canada Revenue Agency Outreach | Canada Revenue Agency is offering online outreach programs. In this virtual learning series, topics include: |
November 4, 10 and 18 | 18+ | FREE Online Registered |
| Virtual Reading Club Adult Edition* |
SGPL invites you to be part of our virtual reading community where you can connect with other readers online and discuss diverse literary discoveries. |
New themes monthly. September-December |
18+ | SGPL Website |
| Behind the Stacks Podcast | Listen to our podcast and learn about the library world, books, our community and so much more. | New content added monthly. September-December |
18+ | SGPL Website |
| Virtual Write On! |
Welcome to Virtual Write On! In this program, daily prompts will be provided to give writers inspiration about what to write next. | New prompts will be available daily. September-December |
18+ | SGPL Website |
| Coffee and Cards | You are invited to this seniors program to play games and socialize. If you are feeling unwell, please stay home and keep everyone safe. *masks and hand sanitizer will be available for all participants |
Tuesdays from 1:00-3:00pm September 7-December 14, 2021 CANCELLED DURING CURRENT RESTRICTIONS |
65+ |
FREE In-person Drop-in |
| Dial-a-Story NEW | Missing stories from your favorite library staff? Dial-a-Story is here! · Listen to a free, pre-recorded story right from your phone, 24/7 whenever YOU want it. No internet access required. Stories available for preschoolers, older kids, adults and all ages. |
New content every 2 weeks September-December |
3-5 years, 5-17 years, Adults, All Ages |
FREE Phone-based service Call 587-853-4554 You can press # at any time during a story to return to the menu |
| Walking Book Club | Meet at the library and head to the nature trails to enjoy nature and talk books. *reading is not required |
Wednesdays from 10:00-11:00am September 8-November 24 |
All ages are welcome | Learn more here |
*materials available in print and online through our eResources.
**These videos are reserved for the education of Library patrons only. SGPL receives no commercial gain from these recordings. No unauthorized further dissemination of these works is permitted.
***Program age recommendations are simply a guideline for content. Everyone is welcome to attend, regardless of age or ability!
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