Edmonton Public Library is excited to bring back their Summer Starts at EPL program for another exciting summer of reading fun! Kids can take part in 9 weeks of reading challenges, contests, prizes, guest performances, events and more. It all kicks off on Saturday, June 22, 2024 with Blast Off
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Celebrate World Read Aloud Day with three days of free virtual events presented by the reading experts at Scholastic. This global holiday, celebrated annually in over 173 countries, is all about bringing people together through the shared connection of reading aloud. Join in to meet some of your favourite authors,
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Let’s face it – there’s no replacement for Mom, Dad, Grandma and Grandpa when it comes to reading stories – but just for a change of pace, why not invite the likes of Oprah, Chris Pine or Betty White into your home to take a turn?!? Storyline Online is offering
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Want to have some fun with your tot right at home? Looking for inspiration for new songs, rhymes, and activities? Edmonton Public Library staff have taken one of local parents’ favourite classes and moved it online! You can now join in for Sing, Sign, Laugh, & Learn right from your
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The Edmonton Public Library is celebrating their brand new Branch at the Riverview Crossing Mall, and you’re invited! The newly renovated Abottsfield-Penny McKee Branch is hosting a virtual celebration for the grand opening on Thursday, October 22. 2020. There are several events planned including a tour of the new space,
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Looking to get outside for some fun activities with your little one? The St. Albert Public Library is offering several free programs for families during the month of October, including story times and guided walks. Registration is required for some, while others are drop in. Please visit their event calendar
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If you have a Thomas the Train fan in your house, then you need to check out the new Thomas & Friends podcast! Your little one will love hearing audio stories about their favourite engine with new episodes every week. Stories are usually between 5-10 minutes in length, making them
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As a child, I vividly remember visiting my first “real” library, around age 7 or 8. My family had just moved into the city after living in the country for several years. When I entered that multilevel building, with all of its windows and shelves, and colourful displays … it
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If your kids need a break from screens and you need a refreshing entertainment option, you can instantly stream an incredible collection of stories from Audible, for FREE. Help kids continue dreaming, learning, and just being kids. All stories are free to stream on your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet.
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