Showing upcoming events for at Bowden Public Library within 25 km within 50 km within 100 km at all regional libraries
Nov 13, 2019 Wednesday, November 13th, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Share your programming ideas and hear ideas from other libraries!
Nov 25, 2019 Monday, November 25th, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Nov 29, 2019 Friday, November 29th, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Nov 13, 2019 Wednesdays 10:15-11:15am
An hour of stories, crafts, and imagination!
Nov 14, 2019 2nd and 4th Thursday 10:30-12:30pm
An art group for every level. Explore different drawing and painting mediums every class.
Nov 14, 2019 2nd and 4th Thursday 1:00-3:00pm
The focus of this group is on flash fiction & group sharing (if desired).
Nov 15, 2019 Fridays 10:15-11:15am
Join us at the library to learn about different textures and consistencies, and just have fun making a mess.
Nov 15, 2019 Fridays 2:00-4:00pm
Come on over to the library to enjoy this timeless game of words.
Nov 16, 2019 Saturdays 10:30-1:00pm
Take some time for yourself to work on your various needlework projects in our beautiful library, while enjoying the company of others. Transportation provided for 55+ if required.
Nov 16, 2019 Saturday 12:00-2:00pm
Warm up at the Library between 12:00-2:00 pm for cookie decorating! Then join us at the Lions Campground for Festival of Lights later that evening.
Nov 18, 2019 3rd Monday 12:30-2:30pm
An afternoon movie of classics anywhere between the 1950’s to the 1990’s in a variety of genres.
Nov 18, 2019 Mondays of alternating months, 10:00-11:30am
This is an art group for people living with early-stage dementia.
Nov 18, 2019 3rd Monday 10:00-11:00am
An hour of tea & cookies, company, and assistance finding books for seniors. Transportation provided for 55+ if required. Live music will be played by Duncan Anderson.
Nov 19, 2019 Tuesdays 11:00-11:30am
After playing at CHIPS join us for stories before going home for lunch.
Nov 19, 2019 Tuesdays 3:30-4:30pm
Come join us Tuesday afternoons to learn Spanish. Please Pre-register limited space available.
Nov 20, 2019 3rd Wednesday 4:00-5:00pm
An introduction into basic computer science skills for kids 10+. Pre-registration required due to limited space.
Nov 20, 2019 Wednesdays 10:15-11:15am
Nov 21, 2019 1st Wednesday and 3rd Thursday 4:30-6:00pm
Explore different art mediums and take home a craft at this twice monthly art program for 8+.
Nov 21, 2019 Thursday 6:00-7:30pm
Join us for live music and coffee in the Library featuring music by: Bob Beckwith, Charlie Brittain, Lorne Foster, Greg Leblanc & Samuel Corry.
Nov 22, 2019 Fridays 10:15-11:15am
Nov 22, 2019 Fridays 2:00-4:00pm
Nov 23, 2019 Saturdays 10:30-1:00pm
Nov 25, 2019 Mondays of alternating months, 10:00-11:30am
This is an art group for people living with early stage dementia.
Nov 26, 2019 2nd and 4th Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm
Join us at the library to build wonderful creations in LEGO.
Nov 26, 2019 Tuesdays 11:00-11:30am
Nov 26, 2019 Tuesdays 3:30-4:30pm
Nov 27, 2019 4th Wednesday 6:00-7:30pm
Have some fun with your children by giving them a hand with their craft as you enjoy a movie together!
Nov 27, 2019 4th Wednesday 1:30-3:30pm
Come see sights from all over the world, but never leave home...or well, the library! Affordable, convenient, and fun! Your guides and fellow travelers make it a trip to remember! Coffee and refreshments by donation.
Nov 27, 2019 Wednesdays 10:15-11:15am
Nov 28, 2019 2nd and 4th Thursday 10:30-12:30pm
Nov 28, 2019 2nd and 4th Thursday 1:00-3:00pm
Nov 29, 2019 Fridays 10:15-11:15am
Nov 29, 2019 Fridays 2:00-4:00pm
Nov 29, 2019 Friday 6:00-8:00pm
Join us after hours for a night of mayhem in the Library! Participants will need a Nerf Gun (no Rival Nerf Guns), ammo, eye protection and a signed waiver to participate. Registration is required due to limited space.
Nov 30, 2019 Saturdays 10:30-1:00pm
Take some time for yourself to work on your various needlework projects in our beautiful library, while enjoying the company of others. Tea and cookies served. Transportation provided for 55+ if required. Call the library for details.
Sep 1, 2019 to Dec 31, 2019
Log your reading and enter to a sleepover for you and 9 of your friends in the library!
Log your reading and enter to win a private after hours video game party for you and 9 of your friends.
Log your reading and enter to win a night on the town for two.
Sep 1, 2019 to Dec 3, 2019 First Monday 4:30-6:30
Beading is a traditional art form of the Metis people. Learn this traditional art, and bead items of your own. No experience necessary. Teens Welcome. (material suggestions available) Free Drop-in.
Log your reading and enter to win an Ice Cream party for you and 9 of your friends!
Sep 1, 2019 to Dec 31, 2019 Thursday 11:00-Noon
It's never too early to start reading. 1 HOUR story-time and check in for families. Meet with us to celebrate your journey through 1,000 books with your child before Kindergarten. Free prizes every time you read 100 books.
Sep 7, 2019 to Dec 14, 2019 Saturdays 12:00
Join other yarn crafters at the library and enjoy our community group.
Sep 9, 2019 to Dec 2, 2019 First Monday of the Month | 6:30 Start
Friday Night Films has moved to Mondays! Join us for a monthly film that celebrates the love of visual and cinema arts!
Sep 9, 2019 to Nov 29, 2019 9:00-4:00 pm
Free career transition program
Sep 9, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019 Thursdays 3:30-4:30
Play with the Olds Library Lego collection. Take part in our weekly challenges, what you can make is only limited by your creativity and imagination. Bring your friends and have fun!
Sep 10, 2019 to Dec 17, 2019 Tuesdays 3:30-4:30
Join the STEAM Team and get powered up for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math. New projects every week! Drop-In. Limited space.
Sep 12, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019 Thursdays 3:30-4:30
Minecraft happens on Thursdays with a month long sessions. Free but registration is required since space is limited!
Sep 16, 2019 to Dec 18, 2019 Wednesdays 10:00-12:00
Find your family history with our genealogy expert.
Sep 16, 2019 to Dec 16, 2019 Mondays 3:30 start
Bring the family to the library to enjoy an afternoon film. Our popular film program will move to Monday Matinees at 3:30pm
Sep 17, 2019 to Dec 10, 2019 Tuesdays 9:30 - 10:30
For children ages 0 to 12 months and their caregivers. Discover how easy it is read, sing and play with your baby.
Sep 18, 2019 to Nov 13, 2019 Wednesdays 4:00 - 5:30
Club members can express their creativity by customizing their projects, or “programs”, and work at their own pace.
Sep 18, 2019 to Dec 18, 2019 Wednesdays 4:00PM
Students in Grades 8 and up can connect with one of our local volunteers and get help and instruction with their math homework. Students should have specific needs and questions when they attend.
Sep 18, 2019 to Dec 12, 2019 (S1) Wednesdays 1:30 - 2:30
Encourage the love of books and introduce kids to being in a group of their peers on their own with our Story Hour Program.
Sep 18, 2019 to Dec 12, 2019 Session 1: Wednesdays 10:30 - 11:30
Focus on Toddlers from ages 1 to 3 years. Interactive parent & toddler time featuring read-aloud books, songs, and movement activities.
Sep 19, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019 Thursday 7:00-8:30 pm
Oct - Cellist of Sarejevo by Steven Galloway Nov - Giller Shortlist - readers choice Dec - Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein
Sep 27, 2019 to Dec 20, 2019 Friday 10:00-Noon
Sept 27 - Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman Oct 25 - Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Ownes Nov 29 - The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See Dec 20 - Christmas at the Vinyl Cafe by Stuart McLean
Oct 1, 2019 to Dec 10, 2019 Tuesdays 4:00 - 6:00
Ipads, computers and phones your thing? Looking for an opportunity to help someone out. Volunteer to teach seniors in your community about technology.
Oct 1, 2019 to Dec 10, 2019 Every Tuesday 4:00 - 6:00
Cyber seniors connects youth in the community with senior students who wish to learn the basics of internet and computer use.
Oct 1, 2019 to Dec 12, 2019 5:00-8:00
The GED (General High School Equivalency Diploma) Preparation Program provides the skills to challenge the GED Exam. On-Line Registration now available.
Oct 8, 2019 to Dec 20, 2019 9:00-Noon
Essential Skills are the skills needed for work, learning, and life. They provide the foundation for learning all other skills. Registration available on-line.
Oct 25, 2019 to Nov 18, 2019 Click on event to view times
Olds Municipal Library is happy to partner with C.A.R.E (Central Alberta Refugee Effort) to provide Cultural Awareness training for organizations and businesses in Mountain View Area.
Nov 6, 2019 to Dec 11, 2019 Wednesdays 5:00-6:00
Would your child like a patient, attentive friend to read to? Read to the dogs provides an opportunity for your child to read to registered therapy dogs in a relaxed atmosphere.
Nov 16, 2019 Drop off 12:00-1:00 / Judging 1:00-3:30
Enter our Lego Contest! Start building now, drop off your entry Nov 16th.
Sep 1, 2018 to Dec 1, 2019 First Saturday of Every Month, 2:00 - 4:30 pm
Reach your next writing goal and have fun while you're doing it! Beginners welcome.
Jan 10, 2019 to Jan 9, 2020 The second Thursday of the month, 1:30pm
Share stories and strategies with other amateur genealogists.
Jan 16, 2019 to Jan 16, 2021 Every Wednesday, 6 pm
Join a group of friendly crafters for an evening of crafting and conversation. There's more than one way to spin a yarn!
Jan 17, 2019 to Jan 17, 2020 Every third Wednesday, 2pm
Books, coffee, and snacks, what could be better? November choice: Where'd You Go, Bernadette, by Maria Semple
Jan 26, 2019 to Dec 28, 2019 Last Saturday of the month, 1:30pm
Exchange stamps and compare collections with other enthusiasts!
Sep 5, 2019 to Jun 25, 2020 Thursdays from 3:30 - 5:30 PM
Drop in for an evening of non-stop gaming! Ages 8+
Oct 3, 2019 to Nov 21, 2019 Thursdays 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Expand your English knowledge and meet new friends!
Oct 12, 2019 to Oct 10, 2020 Every Saturday, 1-4 PM
Bring your device and get answers to your pressing tech questions!
Oct 21, 2019 to Dec 16, 2019 Monday mornings, 10:00-11:00 AM
Come and listen to stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays and movement rhymes.
Oct 25, 2019 to Dec 20, 2019
Engaging children's curiosity with stories, songs, and literacy activities.
Oct 30, 2019 to Oct 28, 2020 Every Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 PM
Ages 13-18 only. Use YOUR voice to tell us what YOU want in YOUR library!
Nov 21, 2019 to Nov 22, 2019 Thursday, 6:30 PM, Stuffed Animal Pickup Friday, 11:30 AM
What do your favorite friends get up to when left overnight in the library??
Nov 22, 2019 to Nov 23, 2019 Friday & Saturday, 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Join us for this month's book sale!
Nov 28, 2019 Thursday, 6:30-8:30 PM
Join us to watch this beautiful film- the true story of one woman's choice to find joy in dying and her unforgettable discoveries along the way.
Nov 13, 2019 Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate your love of anime and manga at the library. Wednesdays during the school year. Free, drop in.
Nov 13, 2019 Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Stories, songs and puppet play for ages 3 and under. Older children are welcome to attend.
Nov 13, 2019 Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Stories, songs, and sensory play for all ages.
Nov 13, 2019 Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in.
Nov 14, 2019 Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sensory activities and messy play. Registration is limited to 10 infants.
Nov 14, 2019 Thurdays, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m
Nov 15, 2019 Fridays, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Dress-up, music, and movement for all ages.
Nov 15, 2019 Fridays, 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Drop in.
Games, books, movies, art, and fun!
Nov 15, 2019 Friday, November 15
Families are welcome to attend. Registration required.
Nov 16, 2019 Saturday, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Create your own unique Christmas Cards. Materials provided. Registration required.
Nov 17, 2019 Sundays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Drop in and colour at the library. Materials provided. Adults and seniors welcome. Free, no registration required.
Nov 18, 2019 Mondays during the school year, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Drop in.
Engage in creative writing, group activities, and open mic. Ages 8 - 18.
Nov 19, 2019 Third Tuesday of the month. Drop in.
Stumped by a question with your computer, tablet, phone, e-reader, or other device? Stop by with your device and questions for assistance.
Nov 19, 2019 Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in.
Group discussions, book clubs, games, art, and safe interaction for LGBTQ youth and adults. Free, drop in.
Nov 20, 2019 Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Nov 20, 2019 Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Nov 20, 2019 Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Nov 20, 2019 Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in.