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Get Crafty Junior: Ages 5-8

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Willie Janssen Discovery Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
About This Program:

Get Crafty with this biweekly program exploring different art and craft mediums! This drop-in program is for ages 5-8. 

Space is limited. Please grab a ticket at the Children's Desk to attend.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Exam Proctoring

10:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 26, 2026 @ 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 "Children" group

Preschool STEAM: ages 4-6

1:30pm–2:00pm
Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 26, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Linda Smith Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning at the Library
Registration Required
About This Program:

Get ready to explore in this weekly registered program for ages 4-6! We'll be covering different aspects of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) at each session. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Computer Basics: Emailing

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 27, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
About This Program:

Get started emailing!

This session will cover:

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 Training 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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: 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group

Tiny Talk: Nurse-facilitated Parent and Infant Group

1:30pm–3:00pm
Babies & Toddlers
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 28, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Play Zone
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
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning at the Library
About This Program:

This eight-week program explores how supportive relationships contribute to personal wellness and recovery. Participants learn the foundations of friendship, including understanding human behaviour, communication skills, boundaries, and trust.

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
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 29, 2026 @ 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Songwriter's Circle

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Rotary Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Music, Learning at the Library
About This Program:

Join the Songwriter’s Circle at the Grande Prairie Public Library—a warm, welcoming circle for songwriters of all levels!

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

Night Owls

6:30pm–7:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children
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 "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
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 1, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
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 "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 "Children" group

Preschool STEAM: ages 4-6

1:30pm–2:00pm
Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 2, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: Grande Prairie Public Library
Room: Linda Smith Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning at the Library
Registration Required
About This Program:

Get ready to explore in this weekly registered program for ages 4-6! We'll be covering different aspects of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) at each session.