13 FREE (and really cool) Programs Your Kids Can do at Calgary Library

Calgary Public Library is a fun place to find something new to read - but did you know that you can take free programs to learn everything from coding, to play the ukulele? The library is making it easier than ever to stretch that entertainment and activities budget for the kids with their free, registered and drop-in programs for children, youth and teens, at local library locations in Calgary.

Here are some great programs you can register your children for (or drop in) at Calgary Public Library locations

Firefighter Storytime
Drop in and join Library staff and a Calgary Fire Department firefighter for a special family storytime. Firefighter subject to availability. There’s also Storytime with a Fire Chief, once a week, here.
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Learn to Play Guitar
Calling all aspiring rockstars! Join us for beginner guitar lessons at the library. This lesson is perfect for children who are curious about guitar and want to learn the fundamentals in a supportive and encouraging environment. Our qualified music instructors are provided by Chinook School of Music and Music and Play. Guitar provided.
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Learn to Play Ukulele
Join us for a beginner ukulele lesson at the library. Our experienced music teacher will guide children through the basics of ukulele. This is a perfect choice for children who are curious about music and want to start playing right away. Our qualified music instructors are provided by Chinook School of Music and Music and Play. Ukulele provided.
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Learn to Play Keyboard
Get a weekly keyboard lesson at the library. Our experienced music teacher will guide children through the basics of keyboard playing. The keyboard is versatile, making it a great choice for children who want to explore music. Our qualified music instructors are provided by Chinook School of Music and Music and Play. Keyboard provided.
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Code Club
Learn to code by creating your own game, designing a website, and more with one-on-one help from teen volunteers and Library staff. Designed for beginner coders, you can register your kids in grade four to six in this program.
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Coding Buddies
Learn the basics of coding and create your own game with one-on-one help from teen volunteers and Library staff. Designed for beginner coders, this is a program for children in grades one to three.
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Teens Create
Let your creative side shine! Make and trade buttons, craft with duct tape, and more. This is a cool way to get crafty, learn something new from your peers and even trade the buttons when you’re finished!
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IYKYK Drama Club
Get a monthly dose of theatrical fun as we explore topics like improvisation and drama games, acting tips and tricks, monologue development, film scene study, and more!
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Creative Writing Club
Join us to play literacy games, work on your creative writing, explore different writing styles, and get help on your school writing assignments. Get inspired for your next work of art!
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Draw! Discover Your Inner Artist
Tap into your artistic side and discover the fun and creativity in drawing! Gain confidence through guided drawing classes that will build your art vocabulary and expand your skill set, taking you from a blank page to a masterpiece you can be proud of. We'll explore a fun new theme in every class.
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Drop in Teen Gaming Club
If you love video games or tabletop gaming, this club is for you. Drop in to relax, snack, and play games of all kinds. This one is a fantastic way to get your teens out of the house, and try something new!
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Drop in LEGO Club
In this fun, drop-in club, children will build, create, and explore! LEGO is provided through the session, and you can come and build with your kids - let’s get creative!
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Join a Family Reading Club
There are reading club resources for so many books, and so many groups! You can join a teen reading group, a family reading group or even a younger kid book club and get resources, a check-in and the opportunity to connect with people in your household over a great book. This takes the work out of reading with the kids, and finding the resources to start a book club!
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