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Chess Club

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Rotary Community Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Games
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Program:

The Grande Prairie Chess Club is ready to get playing just in time for the warmer weather to settle in on the prairies. Meeting Tuesday evenings from  6:00pm to 8:00pm in the ...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Hobbies & Games
About This Program:

The Grande Prairie Chess Club is ready to get playing just in time for the warmer weather to settle in on the prairies.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

How to Successfully Self-Publish Your Book

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Rotary Training Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Learning at the Library, Book Clubs, Languages
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
About This Program:

Ready to turn your manuscript into a published book? Join local author L.M. Wasylciw, also known as Professor Scry, for an insightful workshop on the world of self-publishing. With...

Required
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Learning at the Library, Book Clubs, Languages
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
About This Program:

Ready to turn your manuscript into a published book? Join local author L.M. Wasylciw, also known as Professor Scry, for an insightful workshop on the world of self-publishing.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knitters Circle

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
GPPL at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
About This Program:

Join the Knitters' Circle and spend an evening working on your latest project with other knitters or crocheters.  Don't have a project started yet? Bring your knitting needles...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: GPPL
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
About This Program:

Join the Knitters' Circle and spend an evening working on your latest project with other knitters or crocheters.  Don't have a project started yet? Bring your knitting needles or crochet hooks and some yarn and start something new.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby and Toddler Time

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Play Zone at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
About This Program:

Bond with your baby and enjoy interacting with your little ones in this fun-filled program with finger plays, rhymes, songs, and stories all designed to stimulate early literacy an...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Play Zone
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Music, Storytimes
About This Program:

Bond with your baby and enjoy interacting with your little ones in this fun-filled program with finger plays, rhymes, songs, and stories all designed to stimulate early literacy and social development.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Zoomie Zone

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Sky Story Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Hobbies & Games
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
About This Program:

Too much zoomies for Baby and Toddler Time? Come to the Zoomie Zone for building blocks, wiggles, wackiness, and free play! This is a drop-in program for toddlers that coincides...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Sky Story Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Hobbies & Games
About This Program:

Too much zoomies for Baby and Toddler Time? Come to the Zoomie Zone for building blocks, wiggles, wackiness, and free play!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee Club

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Teresa Sargent Hall at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Games, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
About This Program:

Do you enjoy games, coffee, and other fun activities? Come make new friends at Coffee Club, a program for people with disabilities. In partnership with Mountain Plains. Coffee prov...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Teresa Sargent Hall
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Games, Arts & Crafts
About This Program:

Do you enjoy games, coffee, and other fun activities? Come make new friends at Coffee Club, a program for people with disabilities. In partnership with Mountain Plains. Coffee provided!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Handmade Felt Poppies

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Willie Janssen Discovery Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
About This Program:

Create a beautiful, handcrafted felt poppy in honor of Remembrance Day. This hands-on workshop is a heartfelt way to pay tribute to those who have served our country. Participants ...

Required
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Willie Janssen Discovery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
About This Program:

Create a beautiful, handcrafted felt poppy in honor of Remembrance Day. This hands-on workshop is a heartfelt way to pay tribute to those who have served our country.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Grande Prairie Lunch Rappers Toastmasters Club

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Rotary Community Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Learning at the Library, Languages
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
About This Program:

Join the Grande Prairie Lunch Rappers – where confidence meets community! Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, we’re here to help you succeed. Don’t ...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Learning at the Library, Languages
About This Program:

Join the Grande Prairie Lunch Rappers – where confidence meets community! Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, we’re here to help you succeed. Don’t let fear hold you back!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Musical Munchkins

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Linda Smith Story Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
About This Program:

Enjoy songs, stories and musical instruments with your little ones in this engaging program. Siblings are welcome. Audience: ages 2.5 to 5 years Maximum: 15 participants

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Linda Smith Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes
About This Program:

Enjoy songs, stories and musical instruments with your little ones in this engaging program. Siblings are welcome.

Audience: ages 2.5 to 5 years

Maximum: 15 participants

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Building Better Boundaries: Session One: Introduction to Boundaries

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Rotary Training Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Learning at the Library
Age Group:
Adults
About This Program:

In this four-part course, participants will immerse themselves in the transformative journey of Building Better Boundaries. They will explore the essence of personal boundaries and...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning at the Library
About This Program:

In this four-part course, participants will immerse themselves in the transformative journey of Building Better Boundaries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beaded Poppies: Honoring Indigenous Remembrance

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Rotary Community Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Learning at the Library, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
About This Program:

Join us in honoring Indigenous Remembrance by creating your own handmade beaded poppy. Guided by traditional Indigenous beading techniques, this workshop allows participants to cra...

Required
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning at the Library, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
About This Program:

Join us in honoring Indigenous Remembrance by creating your own handmade beaded poppy. Guided by traditional Indigenous beading techniques, this workshop allows participants to craft a meaningful symbol of remembrance and respect.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Paint Night

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Willie Janssen Discovery Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
About This Program:

Bring your creativity and come paint, follow along with the program runner or make your own design and have fun creating a piece of art. Ages 13-18. Registration required.

Required
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Willie Janssen Discovery Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
About This Program:

Bring your creativity and come paint, follow along with the program runner or make your own design and have fun creating a piece of art.

Ages 13-18. Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Swan City Writers

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Training Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Learning at the Library
Age Group:
Adults
About This Program:

Aspiring or published, all are welcome to join this group of people who love to write.  Swan City Writers meet on the first and third Wednesday of every month.  For more ...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning at the Library
About This Program:

Aspiring or published, all are welcome to join this group of people who love to write.  Swan City Writers meet on the first and third Wednesday of every month.  For more information email Marci at mbanack@gppl.ca.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby and Me Meetups and Playgroup

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Play Zone at Grande Prairie Public Library
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
About This Program:

Looking to make new friends for yourself and your kids? Want a safe space to play and socialize? Consider attending our baby & Me Meetup and Playgroup. Formerly known as M...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Play Zone
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
About This Program:

Looking to make new friends for yourself and your kids? Want a safe space to play and socialize? Consider attending our baby & Me Meetup and Playgroup. Formerly known as Mommy and Me Meetup and Playgroup.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Think Tank Social Group

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Willie Janssen Discovery Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Learning at the Library, Hobbies & Games
Age Group:
Adults
About This Program:

Get together with fellow adults every Thursday for a coffee and a visit.  Meet new friends and make new connections! In partnership with Alberta Health Services. Please con...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Willie Janssen Discovery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning at the Library, Hobbies & Games
About This Program:

Get together with fellow adults every Thursday for a coffee and a visit.  Meet new friends and make new connections! In partnership with Alberta Health Services.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Exam Proctoring

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Testing Centre at Grande Prairie Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Required
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Testing Centre
Age Group: All Ages
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Strum & Sing: Classic Children’s Songs

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Linda Smith Story Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
About This Program:

Join us for a fun, interactive music session where we’ll bring classic children's songs to life! From timeless favorites like "Twinkle Twinkle" to the beloved tunes of Raffi to Sha...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Linda Smith Story Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Music
About This Program:

Join us for a fun, interactive music session where we’ll bring classic children's songs to life!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Club

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Rotary Training Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Careers & Education, Languages
Age Group:
Adults
About This Program:

Come and practice your English conversational skills in a small group setting.  What are the benefits? Practice your English Learn about Canadian culture Connect ...

Required
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Education, Languages
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
About This Program:

Come and practice your English conversational skills in a small group setting. 

What are the benefits?

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Tiny Talk: Nurse-facilitated Parent and Infant Group

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Play Zone at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Learning at the Library
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
About This Program:

This group is for parents and caregivers with infants up to 18 months. Facilitated by a Public Health Nurse and hosted at the library. Come and enjoy approximately 30 minutes...

Required
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Play Zone
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Learning at the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
About This Program:

This group is for parents and caregivers with infants up to 18 months.

Facilitated by a Public Health Nurse and hosted at the library.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Tiny Talk: Nurse-facilitated Parent and Infant Group

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Linda Smith Story Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Learning at the Library
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
About This Program:

This group is for parents and caregivers with infants up to 18 months. Facilitated by a Public Health Nurse and hosted at the library. Come and enjoy approximately 30 minutes...

Required
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Linda Smith Story Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Learning at the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
About This Program:

This group is for parents and caregivers with infants up to 18 months.

Facilitated by a Public Health Nurse and hosted at the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Care Partner Support Group

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Rotary Training Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Learning at the Library
Age Group:
Adults
About This Program:

You are not alone! The Alzheimer Society is here to support you on your journey of dementia, as you support your family, your friend, or someone else you care about. Join us as we ...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning at the Library
About This Program:

You are not alone! The Alzheimer Society is here to support you on your journey of dementia, as you support your family, your friend, or someone else you care about.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Night Owls

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Play Zone at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
About This Program:

Swoop in for songs and story times in your comfiest pajamas in this drop-in children's program.   Open to children of all ages and their adult caregivers.

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Play Zone
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes
About This Program:

Swoop in for songs and story times in your comfiest pajamas in this drop-in children's program.

 

Open to children of all ages and their adult caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons Session Zero

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Training Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies & Games
Age Group:
Children, Teens
About This Program:

Want to play Dungeons & Dragons but don’t know where to start? Come to the library's Session Zero where you will learn everything you need to know about D&D. From what you ...

Required
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Training Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Hobbies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
About This Program:

Want to play Dungeons & Dragons but don’t know where to start? Come to the library's Session Zero where you will learn everything you need to know about D&D.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Anime & Manga Club

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Willie Janssen Discovery Room at Grande Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Movies, Hobbies & Games, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
About This Program:

It’s the Teen Anime & Manga Club! It’s a club where we watch an hour of anime, and then read manga, do crafts, play games and eat snacks! Recommended Ages 14-18  ...

Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Willie Janssen Discovery Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Hobbies & Games, Arts & Crafts
About This Program:

It’s the Teen Anime & Manga Club!

It’s a club where we watch an hour of anime, and then read manga, do crafts, play games and eat snacks!

Recommended Ages 14-18 

*The anime we watch in the club is rated 14+*