Kids and Teen Library Programs

Calgary Public Library


Description
Provides free programs for children, teens, and their families at public libraries.

Service offers:

  • age specific story time programs for children age 6 months to 5 years
  • summer reading programs
  • Reading Buddies program, where teen volunteers help readers in grade 1 to 3 who require support
  • Computer Buddies program, where teen volunteers help children in grades 1 to 6 explore computers
  • youth literacy programs, such as teen book clubs, writing programs, public speaking programs
  • English as a Second Language (ESL) Homework Help program and ESL Teen Talk
  • special programs including music, literacy, gaming, theatre, book clubs, public speaking, drawing and writing, computer literacy and parenting
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • children and teens
  • children up to 5 years must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver
Application Process
Service Access: Registration Required, To access service, pre-register at your local branch.
Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: No,
Telephone
403-260-2600
Web Site
http://www.calgarylibrary.ca
Email
information@calgary.ca
Languages
English
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes - Wheelchair access-use rear entrance. Ramp to lower level and elevator to other floors; buzzer and intercom system. Wheelchair accessible:elevator, washrooms, computer catalogue.
Other disabled access: Yes - Parking - disabled drop off only.
Topic(s)
Last Verified On
October 13, 2022
Address
1221 2 Street SW
Calgary, AB, T2R 0W5
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Hours of Operation
Mon
10:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Tue
10:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Wed
10:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Thu
10:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Fri
10:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Sat
10:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Sun
12:00 PM to 05:00 PM

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