Stop by and receive a pen pal package, until supplies last (Throughout the summer). All Ages, including adults.

Make a new item for your fairy garden each Wednesday throughout the summer!

Library closed for observance of Canada Day

Library closed for observance of Canada Day

Join us as we teach your young ones online safety in a fun safe environment!

Join us for the Vilna Farmer's Market right next door all summer long!

The adventure begins! Come in and get your reading log and join in the fun. 

More Information on this program

A big thank you to our sponsor, Morinville Boston Pizza.

Your help allows us to keep programs like this barrier-free.

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

We invite kids ages 5-12 to register for the Read 500 Minutes Challenge this summer then stop by the library to pick up 2 bookmarks to track minutes read. Reading 500 minutes will earn you 2 great prizes and an entry in the Summer Reading Draw. Sign up here: https://www.vplibrary.ca/srp.

Watch for kid friendly activities at the library this July/August by following us on FB or by checking our website.

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Cozy Corner Craft Kits are simple crafts made for preschool and early elementary children.

New craft kits become available on Wednesdays! Pick up your FREE Cozy Corner Craft Kit from the library and check out the video or the provided instructions to see how to make it.

See Full Playlist

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Families are free to come in the library to play games, do puzzles, read stories and play at an activity table.  

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Join us at the library this summer for stories, rhymes & a craft. Content best suited for ages 8 and under. Any age welcome. Adults accompany kids.

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Join us every Tuesday for fun, messy crafts.

Free of charge.

Builders Club

Tuesday afternoons, 1:00-3:00 pm

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for our weekly Builders Club!

Activities may include LEGO, building robots, completing challenges, and more!

Hey! Kids 8-12! Join us at the library for some fun activities (Pokémon, Lego, Board Games). Drop-in. No registration required.

For more information visit: www.vplibrary.ca/srp

Every Tuesday from 5:30-7, join our Minecraft Club in building, exploring, monster hunting, and so much more!

Open to all ages, with optional voice chat in Discord.

Please note a computer (laptop or desktop) is required to play this version of Minecraft. If you have a computer but not a Minecraft account to use with it, please email us at programming@morinvillelibrary.ca to borrow one.

Register Now

How to Join

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Make a new item for your fairy garden each Wednesday throughout the summer!

Children's Summer Reading Program!

Ages 4-6: 10 am -11 am

Ages 7-10: 11am - 12pm

11 am - 4 pm

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Join us at 6:30 for knitting and interesting conversation.

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Arts & Crafts Club

Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:30 am

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for weekly Arts & Crafts

Activities may include rock painting, origami, and more!

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Mike M reads to the our youngest patrons

Join us in person at 10:30 am for stories, songs, and rhyme! 

More Details

Bubble-blowing animal petting ice cream eating Thursday Afternoon!

Hot Dogs at the Library

Ice cream at the Town Office starting at 1pm 

Noon to 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Nintendo Switch Gaming at the Library, every Thursday throughout the summer!

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Read 15 minutes on a Friday, and enter to win the bonus prize draw at bit.ly/nlls-friday-15.  When you submit your reading, you can see how you've helped our library climb the ranks!

Summer Reading!  

You can read: 

• in a boat
• with a goat
• in the rain
• in the dark
• on a train
• in a tree
• in a box
• with a fox......
• You can read most anywhere!

Pick up your reading logs any time after July 1, or enter your time online www.mannvillelibrary.ab.ca.  Youth get a prize for every 5 hours of reading , and a chance to win the grand prize!

Travelling Tales is open to families and will run on some Friday mornings starting at 10am. Each session will take place at a park/playground in town and have a different theme with stories, games and activities! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit the Travelling Tales page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the 
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Snack and beverage provided!  Watch a new-release movie, in air-conditioned comfort.

Join us for the Vilna Farmer's Market right next door all summer long!

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Cozy Corner Craft Kits are simple crafts made for preschool and early elementary children.

New craft kits become available on Wednesdays! Pick up your FREE Cozy Corner Craft Kit from the library and check out the video or the provided instructions to see how to make it.

See Full Playlist

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Families are free to come in the library to play games, do puzzles, read stories and play at an activity table.  

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Join us at the library this summer for stories, rhymes & a craft. Content best suited for ages 8 and under. Any age welcome. Adults accompany kids.

Coloring mandalas has been scientifically proven to have significant impacts on one's mental health. 

All ages are welcome to come join us from 12-3:30 to color, relax, talk and build community.

Generously funded by FCSS

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Builders Club

Tuesday afternoons, 1:00-3:00 pm

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for our weekly Builders Club!

Activities may include LEGO, building robots, completing challenges, and more!

Join us every Tuesday for fun, messy crafts.

Free of charge.

Are you a curious kid between 8-12 years old? Sign up for some curious activities at the library this summer!

Details here: www.vplibrary.ca/srp. Limited spaces.

Every Tuesday from 5:30-7, join our Minecraft Club in building, exploring, monster hunting, and so much more!

Open to all ages, with optional voice chat in Discord.

Please note a computer (laptop or desktop) is required to play this version of Minecraft. If you have a computer but not a Minecraft account to use with it, please email us at programming@morinvillelibrary.ca to borrow one.

Register Now

How to Join

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Children's Summer Reading Program!

Ages 4-6: 10 am -11 am

Ages 7-10: 11am - 12pm

Make a new item for your fairy garden each Wednesday throughout the summer!

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

11 am - 4 pm

We will be planting flowers in pots.  The Library will provide the materials.  Snack will be provided.  All ages welcome!

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Join us at 6:30 for knitting and interesting conversation.

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Arts & Crafts Club

Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:30 am

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for weekly Arts & Crafts

Activities may include rock painting, origami, and more!

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Mike M reads to the our youngest patrons

Join us in person at 10:30 am for stories, songs, and rhyme! 

More Details

Noon to 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Nintendo Switch Gaming at the Library, every Thursday throughout the summer!

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Need help with your phone, camera, computer or tablet? Maybe even something else? Book a 1:1 session with our Librarian to get the help you need. 

30 Minute time slots, every 2 weeks. 

Funded by FCSS

Join the Animanga Club for an Anime showing at the library.

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Summer Reading!  

You can read: 

• in a boat
• with a goat
• in the rain
• in the dark
• on a train
• in a tree
• in a box
• with a fox......
• You can read most anywhere!

Pick up your reading logs any time after July 1, or enter your time online www.mannvillelibrary.ab.ca.  Youth get a prize for every 5 hours of reading , and a chance to win the grand prize!

Read 15 minutes on a Friday, and enter to win the bonus prize draw at bit.ly/nlls-friday-15.  When you submit your reading, you can see how you've helped our library climb the ranks!

Snack and beverage provided!  Watch a new-release movie, in air-conditioned comfort.

Bring your pillow and blanket and curl up with your friends and family to watch a movie here at the library! a snack is provided, please bring a spill proof drink.
All ages are welcome! Free!

Join us for the Vilna Farmer's Market right next door all summer long!

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Cozy Corner Craft Kits are simple crafts made for preschool and early elementary children.

New craft kits become available on Wednesdays! Pick up your FREE Cozy Corner Craft Kit from the library and check out the video or the provided instructions to see how to make it.

See Full Playlist

Families are free to come in the library to play games, do puzzles, read stories and play at an activity table.  

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Nitssaakita’paispinnaan: We Are Still In Control features work by three contemporary Blackfoot artists, all working in different styles. We all gathered in a series of visits with Blackfoot ceremonial knowledge keeper Kayihtsipimiohkitopi (Kent Ayoungman), who shared about Blackfoot ways of life, places, and knowledge. Those visits helped us learn more about ourselves, the places we live, and the responsibility we have here to each other and our future generations. They also inspired these artworks for the Blackfoot people, culture, and ceremonies are still very much here, still shaping our society to this day.

Curated by Troy Patenaude and Kent Ayoungman and organized by the Art Gallery of Alberta, TREX Region 2. This exhibition was generously funded by Syncrude Canada Ltd. 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/nitssaakitapaispinnaan-we-are-still-control

On display from: Thursday, June 23rd - Wednesday, July 19th

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Join us at the library this summer for stories, rhymes & a craft. Content best suited for ages 8 and under. Any age welcome. Adults accompany kids.

Coloring mandalas has been scientifically proven to have significant impacts on one's mental health. 

All ages are welcome to come join us from 12-3:30 to color, relax, talk and build community.

Generously funded by FCSS

Builders Club

Tuesday afternoons, 1:00-3:00 pm

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for our weekly Builders Club!

Activities may include LEGO, building robots, completing challenges, and more!

Join us every Tuesday for fun, messy crafts.

Free of charge.

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Every Tuesday from 5:30-7, join our Minecraft Club in building, exploring, monster hunting, and so much more!

Open to all ages, with optional voice chat in Discord.

Please note a computer (laptop or desktop) is required to play this version of Minecraft. If you have a computer but not a Minecraft account to use with it, please email us at programming@morinvillelibrary.ca to borrow one.

Register Now

How to Join

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Children's Summer Reading Program!

Ages 4-6: 10 am -11 am

Ages 7-10: 11am - 12pm

Make a new item for your fairy garden each Wednesday throughout the summer!

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

11 am - 4 pm

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Join us at 6:30 for knitting and interesting conversation.

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Arts & Crafts Club

Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:30 am

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for weekly Arts & Crafts

Activities may include rock painting, origami, and more!

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Mike M reads to the our youngest patrons

Join us in person at 10:30 am for stories, songs, and rhyme! 

More Details

Noon to 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Nintendo Switch Gaming at the Library, every Thursday throughout the summer!

Summer Reading Program Event

Join us for a tea party at the library. Come as you are, dress as your favourite character, or in your favourite outfit!

• Refreshments and snacks
• Face painting
• Balloon animals
• Most of all - fun!

Register for this event as there are limited spots available

Tea Party Registration

Special thanks to our sponsor for this event, J.M. Turner Goldsmith. Your help allows us to keep events like this barrier free.

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Draw and hangout with the Animanga Club in the program room.

Summer Reading!  

You can read: 

• in a boat
• with a goat
• in the rain
• in the dark
• on a train
• in a tree
• in a box
• with a fox......
• You can read most anywhere!

Pick up your reading logs any time after July 1, or enter your time online www.mannvillelibrary.ab.ca.  Youth get a prize for every 5 hours of reading , and a chance to win the grand prize!

Read 15 minutes on a Friday, and enter to win the bonus prize draw at bit.ly/nlls-friday-15.  When you submit your reading, you can see how you've helped our library climb the ranks!

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Wetland Explorers: Buggin’ Out Down by the River! Learn more about the Vermilion area watershed and the critters near the dam.  Friday July 22 from 10-11:30am. Ages 5-12, adults must accompany kids. A rain or shine activity. For more information and to register: www.vplibrary.ca/bugs.  

Limited spaces available.

A partnership program with North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance and the Vermilion River Watershed Alliance.

Travelling Tales is open to families and will run on some Friday mornings starting at 10am. Each session will take place at a park/playground in town and have a different theme with stories, games and activities! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit the Travelling Tales page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the 
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Snack and beverage provided!  Watch a new-release movie, in air-conditioned comfort.

Join us for the Vilna Farmer's Market right next door all summer long!

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Cozy Corner Craft Kits are simple crafts made for preschool and early elementary children.

New craft kits become available on Wednesdays! Pick up your FREE Cozy Corner Craft Kit from the library and check out the video or the provided instructions to see how to make it.

See Full Playlist

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Families are free to come in the library to play games, do puzzles, read stories and play at an activity table.  

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Join us at the library this summer for stories, rhymes & a craft. Content best suited for ages 8 and under. Any age welcome. Adults accompany kids.

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Join us every Tuesday for fun, messy crafts.

Free of charge.

Builders Club

Tuesday afternoons, 1:00-3:00 pm

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for our weekly Builders Club!

Activities may include LEGO, building robots, completing challenges, and more!

Are you a curious kid between 8-12 years old? Sign up for some curious activities at the library this summer!

Details here: www.vplibrary.ca/srp. Limited spaces.

Every Tuesday from 5:30-7, join our Minecraft Club in building, exploring, monster hunting, and so much more!

Open to all ages, with optional voice chat in Discord.

Please note a computer (laptop or desktop) is required to play this version of Minecraft. If you have a computer but not a Minecraft account to use with it, please email us at programming@morinvillelibrary.ca to borrow one.

Register Now

How to Join

Read your favorite book, or a new title that has peaked your interest, then come join us at 7:30pm for Book Club. We will each be discussing what we have read, listening to each others, maybe finding a new book or 2 to read, as well as refreshments! 

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Make a new item for your fairy garden each Wednesday throughout the summer!

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Children's Summer Reading Program!

Ages 4-6: 10 am -11 am

Ages 7-10: 11am - 12pm

11 am - 4 pm

For children ages 3-7.  Story time/bubble time.

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Join us at 6:30 for knitting and interesting conversation.

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Arts & Crafts Club

Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:30 am

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for weekly Arts & Crafts

Activities may include rock painting, origami, and more!

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Mike M reads to the our youngest patrons

Join us in person at 10:30 am for stories, songs, and rhyme! 

More Details

Noon to 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Nintendo Switch Gaming at the Library, every Thursday throughout the summer!

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Need help with your phone, camera, computer or tablet? Maybe even something else? Book a 1:1 session with our Librarian to get the help you need. 

30 Minute time slots, every 2 weeks. 

Funded by FCSS

More with Anime! Activities on this Thursday change weekly.

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Summer Reading!  

You can read: 

• in a boat
• with a goat
• in the rain
• in the dark
• on a train
• in a tree
• in a box
• with a fox......
• You can read most anywhere!

Pick up your reading logs any time after July 1, or enter your time online www.mannvillelibrary.ab.ca.  Youth get a prize for every 5 hours of reading , and a chance to win the grand prize!

Read 15 minutes on a Friday, and enter to win the bonus prize draw at bit.ly/nlls-friday-15.  When you submit your reading, you can see how you've helped our library climb the ranks!

Snack and beverage provided!  Watch a new-release movie, in air-conditioned comfort.

Submit photos of your sand creation to info@mannvillelibrary.ab.ca or Mannville Library's Facebook page.  Winner announced August 23!

Join us for the Vilna Farmer's Market right next door all summer long!

Wainwright Public Library will be closed Monday, August 1, 2022 for Heritage Day. 

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Cozy Corner Craft Kits are simple crafts made for preschool and early elementary children.

New craft kits become available on Wednesdays! Pick up your FREE Cozy Corner Craft Kit from the library and check out the video or the provided instructions to see how to make it.

See Full Playlist

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Families are free to come in the library to play games, do puzzles, read stories and play at an activity table.  

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Join us at the library this summer for stories, rhymes & a craft. Content best suited for ages 8 and under. Any age welcome. Adults accompany kids.

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Join us every Tuesday for fun, messy crafts.

Free of charge.

Builders Club

Tuesday afternoons, 1:00-3:00 pm

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for our weekly Builders Club!

Activities may include LEGO, building robots, completing challenges, and more!

Hey! Kids 8-12! Join us at the library for some fun activities (Pokémon, Lego, Board Games). Drop-in. No registration required.

For more information visit: www.vplibrary.ca/srp

Every Tuesday from 5:30-7, join our Minecraft Club in building, exploring, monster hunting, and so much more!

Open to all ages, with optional voice chat in Discord.

Please note a computer (laptop or desktop) is required to play this version of Minecraft. If you have a computer but not a Minecraft account to use with it, please email us at programming@morinvillelibrary.ca to borrow one.

Register Now

How to Join

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Make a new item for your fairy garden each Wednesday throughout the summer!

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Children's Summer Reading Program!

Ages 4-6: 10 am -11 am

Ages 7-10: 11am - 12pm

11 am - 4 pm

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Join us at 6:30 for knitting and interesting conversation.

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Arts & Crafts Club

Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:30 am

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for weekly Arts & Crafts

Activities may include rock painting, origami, and more!

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Mike M reads to the our youngest patrons

Join us in person at 10:30 am for stories, songs, and rhyme! 

More Details

Noon to 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Nintendo Switch Gaming at the Library, every Thursday throughout the summer!

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Summer Reading!  

You can read: 

• in a boat
• with a goat
• in the rain
• in the dark
• on a train
• in a tree
• in a box
• with a fox......
• You can read most anywhere!

Pick up your reading logs any time after July 1, or enter your time online www.mannvillelibrary.ab.ca.  Youth get a prize for every 5 hours of reading , and a chance to win the grand prize!

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Read 15 minutes on a Friday, and enter to win the bonus prize draw at bit.ly/nlls-friday-15.  When you submit your reading, you can see how you've helped our library climb the ranks!

Travelling Tales is open to families and will run on some Friday mornings starting at 10am. Each session will take place at a park/playground in town and have a different theme with stories, games and activities! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit the Travelling Tales page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the 
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Snack and beverage provided!  Watch a new-release movie, in air-conditioned comfort.

Join us as we teach your young ones online safety in a fun safe environment!

Join us for the Vilna Farmer's Market right next door all summer long!

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Cozy Corner Craft Kits are simple crafts made for preschool and early elementary children.

New craft kits become available on Wednesdays! Pick up your FREE Cozy Corner Craft Kit from the library and check out the video or the provided instructions to see how to make it.

See Full Playlist

Come join us for a fun time reading, playing and doing crafts. A light snack is provided.

Age: 6-12 years old.

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Families are free to come in the library to play games, do puzzles, read stories and play at an activity table.  

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Join us at the library this summer for stories, rhymes & a craft. Content best suited for ages 8 and under. Any age welcome. Adults accompany kids.

Coloring mandalas has been scientifically proven to have significant impacts on one's mental health. 

All ages are welcome to come join us from 12-3:30 to color, relax, talk and build community.

Generously funded by FCSS

Builders Club

Tuesday afternoons, 1:00-3:00 pm

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for our weekly Builders Club!

Activities may include LEGO, building robots, completing challenges, and more!

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Join us every Tuesday for fun, messy crafts.

Free of charge.

Are you a curious kid between 8-12 years old? Sign up for some curious activities at the library this summer!

Details here: www.vplibrary.ca/srp. Limited spaces.

Come join us for a fun time reading, playing and doing crafts. A light snack is provided.

Age: 6-12 years old.

Every Tuesday from 5:30-7, join our Minecraft Club in building, exploring, monster hunting, and so much more!

Open to all ages, with optional voice chat in Discord.

Please note a computer (laptop or desktop) is required to play this version of Minecraft. If you have a computer but not a Minecraft account to use with it, please email us at programming@morinvillelibrary.ca to borrow one.

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How to Join

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Children's Summer Reading Program!

Ages 4-6: 10 am -11 am

Ages 7-10: 11am - 12pm

Make a new item for your fairy garden each Wednesday throughout the summer!

11 am - 4 pm

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

More Information on this program

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Library will provide snacks.  You bring your teddy bear/blanket or towel.  We will hear stories on our blankets before snack time.

Come join us for a fun time reading, playing and doing crafts. A light snack is provided.

Age: 6-12 years old.

Join us at 6:30 for knitting and interesting conversation.

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Arts & Crafts Club

Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:30 am

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for weekly Arts & Crafts

Activities may include rock painting, origami, and more!

The program room is open for anyone to update their reading minutes in person, take home some crafts and visit our awesome programming staff!

Please note we are closed Noon - 1:00 pm

More Information on this program

Mike M reads to the our youngest patrons

Join us in person at 10:30 am for stories, songs, and rhyme! 

More Details

Noon to 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Nintendo Switch Gaming at the Library, every Thursday throughout the summer!

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Need help with your phone, camera, computer or tablet? Maybe even something else? Book a 1:1 session with our Librarian to get the help you need. 

30 Minute time slots, every 2 weeks. 

Funded by FCSS

Come join us for a fun time reading, playing and doing crafts. A light snack is provided.

Age: 6-12 years old.

Join the Animanga Club for an Anime showing at the library.

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Read 15 minutes on a Friday, and enter to win the bonus prize draw at bit.ly/nlls-friday-15.  When you submit your reading, you can see how you've helped our library climb the ranks!

Summer Reading!  

You can read: 

• in a boat
• with a goat
• in the rain
• in the dark
• on a train
• in a tree
• in a box
• with a fox......
• You can read most anywhere!

Pick up your reading logs any time after July 1, or enter your time online www.mannvillelibrary.ab.ca.  Youth get a prize for every 5 hours of reading , and a chance to win the grand prize!

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Snack and beverage provided!  Watch a new-release movie, in air-conditioned comfort.

Join us for the Vilna Farmer's Market right next door all summer long!

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Cozy Corner Craft Kits are simple crafts made for preschool and early elementary children.

New craft kits become available on Wednesdays! Pick up your FREE Cozy Corner Craft Kit from the library and check out the video or the provided instructions to see how to make it.

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Come join us for a fun time reading, playing and doing crafts. A light snack is provided.

Age: 6-12 years old.

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Families are free to come in the library to play games, do puzzles, read stories and play at an activity table.  

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Coloring mandalas has been scientifically proven to have significant impacts on one's mental health. 

All ages are welcome to come join us from 12-3:30 to color, relax, talk and build community.

Generously funded by FCSS

Join us every Tuesday for fun, messy crafts.

Free of charge.

Builders Club

Tuesday afternoons, 1:00-3:00 pm

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for our weekly Builders Club!

Activities may include LEGO, building robots, completing challenges, and more!

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Hey! Kids 8-12! Join us at the library for some fun activities (Pokémon, Lego, Board Games). Drop-in. No registration required.

For more information visit: www.vplibrary.ca/srp

Come join us for a fun time reading, playing and doing crafts. A light snack is provided.

Age: 6-12 years old.

Every Tuesday from 5:30-7, join our Minecraft Club in building, exploring, monster hunting, and so much more!

Open to all ages, with optional voice chat in Discord.

Please note a computer (laptop or desktop) is required to play this version of Minecraft. If you have a computer but not a Minecraft account to use with it, please email us at programming@morinvillelibrary.ca to borrow one.

Register Now

How to Join

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Children's Summer Reading Program!

Ages 4-6: 10 am -11 am

Ages 7-10: 11am - 12pm

Story in the Park is open to families and will run on Monday and Wednesday morning starting at 10am. Each session will have a different theme with a story, activities, a take-home craft and more! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit our Story in the Park page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.  

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Make a new item for your fairy garden each Wednesday throughout the summer!

11 am - 4 pm

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Join us at 6:30 for knitting and interesting conversation.

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Arts & Crafts Club

Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:30 am

Ages 6-12

Drop-in for weekly Arts & Crafts

Activities may include rock painting, origami, and more!

Mike M reads to the our youngest patrons

Join us in person at 10:30 am for stories, songs, and rhyme! 

More Details

Noon to 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Nintendo Switch Gaming at the Library, every Thursday throughout the summer!

Venture into magical realms where fantastic creatures roam and anything can (and will) happen. Reading is an important life skill and our Summer Reading Program is designed to motivate you to read all summer long. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes and activities! 

Enchanted is open to children ages 6-12 and will be in-person. Each week will be a different theme and run over four days.

Ages 6-8 (1-2:30pm)  *  Ages 8-12 (3-4:30pm)

Camelot theme: July 4-7 & July 25-28
Egypt theme: July 11-14 & August 8-11
Magical Creatures theme: July 18-21 & August 15-18

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the
2022 Summer Reading Program.

Draw and hangout with the Animanga Club in the program room.

Today is the last day of the Summer Reading Program, and the last day to drop off your bookmarks & pick up your reading reward prizes!

Summer Reading!  

You can read: 

• in a boat
• with a goat
• in the rain
• in the dark
• on a train
• in a tree
• in a box
• with a fox......
• You can read most anywhere!

Pick up your reading logs any time after July 1, or enter your time online www.mannvillelibrary.ab.ca.  Youth get a prize for every 5 hours of reading , and a chance to win the grand prize!

Youth are welcome to play computer games throughout the summer.  Ask the library staff for updated computer permission forms.

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 works by photography and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown. 

 Curated by Ashley Slemming, Alberta Society of Artists (TREX Region 3) 

https://www.youraga.ca/exhibitions/between-cosmos

On display from: Thursday, July 28th - Wednesday, Aug 24th 

Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library

Read 15 minutes on a Friday, and enter to win the bonus prize draw at bit.ly/nlls-friday-15.  When you submit your reading, you can see how you've helped our library climb the ranks!

Travelling Tales is open to families and will run on some Friday mornings starting at 10am. Each session will take place at a park/playground in town and have a different theme with stories, games and activities! Pre-registration is required.

To register, visit the Travelling Tales page. 

Registration will open two weeks before each session and the deadline to register is the Thursday before the session.

Check out some of the other programs and activities for the 
2022 Summer Reading Program. 

Snack and beverage provided!  Watch a new-release movie, in air-conditioned comfort.