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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Baby and Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
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 "Children" group

Tech Time: ages 5-10

2:00pm–2:45pm
Children
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Willie Janssen Discovery Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Technology, Hobbies & Games
Registration Required
About This Program:

Join us in the Willie Janssen Discovery Room as we explore different kinds of technology, so come in and play with other kids aged 5-10! Thank you to Shell for sponsoring our tech grant!

Registration required.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Exam Proctoring

10:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 8, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Testing Centre
Age Group: All Ages
Registration Required
About This Program:

Please contact us at exams@gppl.ca to book your exam at GPPL. Please note that CAEC exams must be booked through the CAEC site instead.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Baby and Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
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

Baby and Toddler Time

1:30pm–2:00pm
Babies & Toddlers
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 "Adults" group

Holiday Glow

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Willie Janssen Discovery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
About This Program:

Light up the season with your own handmade Christmas soy candle! Choose a festive scent, decorate your jar, and create a warm, cozy candle that’s perfect for gifting—or keeping for yourself. All supplies provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Partner Loss Support Group

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning at the Library, Careers & Education
About This Program:

The loss of a spouse can be devastating.

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

Learn Libby

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 9, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
About This Program:

Learn how to use the Libby app to take out eBooks, Audiobooks & Magazines with your Library card.

This event is in the "Children" group

Sensory Playtime 6-8

5:00pm–5:30pm
Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 9, 2025 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Sky Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Hobbies & Games
Registration Required
About This Program:

Sensory Playtime is an interactive, multi-sensory experience for children with autism or other sensory integration challenges in a quiet environment. A parent or guardian is required to be with the child attending at all times.

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

Baby and Me Meetups and Playgroup

5:30pm–7:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children
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 and Me Meetup and Playgroup. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chess Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Hobbies & Games
About This Program:

Are you ready to sharpen your mind and master the game of kings? Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned chess enthusiast, the Grande Prairie Chess Club welcomes players of all ages and skill levels!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knitters Circle

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
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

10:30am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
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 "Adults" group

Christmas Coffee Club!

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Teresa Sargent Hall
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies & Games
About This Program:

Coffee Club Christmas Edition!

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

Grande Prairie Lunch Rappers Toastmasters Club

12:00pm–1:00pm
Teens, Adults
Cancelled
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

1:30pm–2:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Sky 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 10, 2025 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Willie Janssen Discovery Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Learning at the Library
Registration Required
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

1:30pm–3:00pm
Babies & Toddlers
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 10, 2025 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Linda Smith Story Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Learning at the Library
Registration Required
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

Managing the Holiday Season

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning at the Library
About This Program:

For many, the holiday season is a time of family, togetherness, and celebration. For others, it can be isolation, loneliness, and disappointment.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Genies in the Library

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Isabel Campbell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning at the Library
About This Program:

Volunteers from the Grande Prairie & District Branch, Alberta Genealogical Society will be available to help you with your genealogy questions.

Appointments are recommended but drop-ins welcome.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Holiday Movie Night: Elf (2003)

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Willie Janssen Discovery Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
About This Program:

Join us for a holiday movie night! We will be watching Elf (2003). There will be refreshments and popcorn, and we will be collecting shelf-stable food in support of the Helping Hands. Register now to secure your spot!

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

Baby and Me Meetups and Playgroup

10:00am–12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Think Tank Social Group

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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:

Looking for a fun way to meet new people and enjoy great conversations? Join the Think Tank Social Group, where adults gather every Thursday to share coffee, laughter, and ideas.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Exam Proctoring

10:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Testing Centre
Age Group: All Ages
Registration Required
About This Program:

Please contact us at exams@gppl.ca to book your exam at GPPL. Please note that CAEC exams must be booked through the CAEC site instead.