GENERAL EVENTS AND INFORMATION
Library Closure - February Closures
Red Deer Public Library
(both Downtown and Dawe Branches)
will be closed on February 19th
for Family Day.
Feed a reader in your community!
In our continued efforts to support the community which supports us so well, the Downtown and Dawe Branches of Red Deer Public Library will be dedicating the month of February to feeding the readers of Red Deer and area. Purchase or renew a membership between February 1 and February 28 and receive $5.00 off your membership fee when you bring in two non- perishable food items for the Red Deer Food Bank. If you pay the full membership fee, we will donate $5 to the local Food Bank!Valentines Amnesty Day
Sunday, February 4
1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Branch
Join us for this unique musical presentation hosted by RDPL and Red Deer College music instructor Cheryl Cooney. This concert, made possible by the support of the Canadian Music Centre and SOCAN, will host high caliber musicians performing in various parts of the library beginning in the Dickson Tower, with a final performance on Level 2.
When you return overdue items on Valentine’s Day your fines will be removed if you bring in donations for the Red Deer Food Bank.
Bring in your overdue items along with non-perishable food donations and for each food item donated, we will remove $2.00 from the amount of fines owing.
This includes fines from items you may have already returned and not yet paid. This DOES NOT include charges for lost or damaged items.
If you would like to know your current account status, contact the circulation department at 346-7470 or 341-3822.
ADULT SERVICES - Downtown Branch - 346-2100
TOPDrop-In Knitter’s Corner
Wednesday, February 28
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Waskasoo/Kiwanis Meeting RoomMétis Nation of Alberta Association Local council and Red Deer Public Library are offering you this free drop-in program to enjoy quality craft time together for a good cause - creating crafts that reflect Native and Métis past, present and future. Call 318-9312 for more information.
English Conversational Club
Thursday, February 1 and February 8
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Waskasoo/Kiwanis Meeting RoomLearn to knit or polish your skills during this program hosted by a professional knitter. For information on this program, call Tatiana at 318-9312
Law at the Library
Saturday, February 3 - 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 21
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Waskasoo/Kiwanis Meeting Room
Topic: Education. Meet others who are learning English. Practice your speaking skills. Must have some English-speaking skills to attend. Staff will provide a an ESL Children’s Storytime during the club
One-on-One Computer Instruction for SeniorsSnell Auditorium:
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Pre-course registration is required. Please call 342-1059 for more information or to register. Cost is $5 or $6 + GST after February 5. Sponsored by Red Deer Public Schools Community Programs and Red Deer Public Library.
February 8 Buying and Living in a Condo February 15 Your Will
Find out why you need one and what to include in it.February 22 Being an Executor March 1 Residential Tenancies Rent, security deposits,
termination of tenancies and notice are some topics to be discussed.Provincial Trade Relations, Alberta Government and TILMA
Interested in learning computer basics?
Call Tatiana to book an appointment at 318-9312 to register.
Tuesday, February 13
7:30 p.m.
Snell AuditoriumLyn Gorman will address the rapid pace of energy development in Alberta, the environmental and social impacts of this development and the impact that TILMA (Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement) may have on the oil sands development. Cosponsored by the Council of Canadians and the RDC Students Association.
The War On Terra Fossil Fuel Extraction and Transmission
Wednesday, February 14
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Waskasoo/Kiwanis Meeting RoomSeniors have your say on what goes on at Red Deer Public Library by joining this new group which allows seniors to help with new library programs and comment on older ones. Call Tatiana at 318-9312 for more information.
Tuesday, February 6
7:30 p.m.
Snell AuditoriumAuthor and activist Joe Anglin examines the damage to resources, land, water and people caused by overly swift programs of drilling, pipelines and power transmission in the energy industry. Co-sponsored by the Council of Canadians and the RDC Students Association.
READERS' SERVICES - Downtown Branch - 342-9110
No events scheduled this month.
CHILDREN'S DEPARTMENT - Downtown Branch - 346-4688
Drop-In Pajama Storytime
Thursdays 11:00-11:30 a.m. Drop in for 30 minutes of stories, songs and rhymes for children
birth to 24 months and their parents or caregivers.No registration required.
Drop-In Pre-School Storytime
Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. Thirty to 45 minutes of stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts. The focus age group is two to six-year-olds (under three please bring an adult), but we invite the whole family to take part. Pajamas welcome!
Drop-In Time for Twos
Wednesdays 2:00 - 2:45 p.m. or Fridays 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. Songs, stories and crafts for three to five-year-olds. No registration required.
Thursdays 10:00– 10:30 a.m. Songs, stories, and crafts for two-year-olds and their parents or caregivers. No registration required.
VALENTINE STORYTIME
Saturdays – 11:00 a.m. Thirty to 45 minutes of stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts. The focus age group is three to six (under three please bring an adult), but we invite the whole family to take part.
Family storytimes run all year.
Sunday, February 11, 2007
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Registration required.Join us for this “love”ly Family Valentine Storytime as we celebrate with stories, rhymes and crafts about love and friendship. The focus age is three to six, but everyone is welcome.
Call 346-4688 to register.
Do you want to be in the mezz's first teen bookclub?
Gamer Days
Like to read and talk about the fantastic books you read?
Join the club! Call Jen at 755-1146 for more information.
Saturdays in February (except Feb. 10)
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. in the mezz
Come play Xbox and PS2 games on big screen in the mezz. This weekly program is free, but time restrictions may apply.
Saturday, February 10
2:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m.
Snell AuditoriumFor ages 12 - 16
Celebrate V-Day with music, games, food and fun
Drop-In Pre-School Storytime
Tuesdays - 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Drop in for 30 minutes of stories, songs and rhymes for
children from birth to 24 months of age and their parents
or caregivers.Drop-In Time for Twos
Mondays 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Stories, songs and crafts for three to five-year-olds.
No registration required.
Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Stories, songs and crafts for two-year-olds and their parents or caregivers.
No registration required.
Thursday, February 15
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Parkland Mall Food Court
Dont miss this story time which includes free refreshments and prizes. No registration required. For more information, call Celia at 309-3488. Bring a donation for the Food Bank to Kids club or one of our downtown Preschool Drop-in Storytimes and have your name entered in a draw for a special prize. Help us Feed a Reader!
THE
LIBRARY EXHIBITION PROJECT
Downtown Branch - 346-4576
TOPKiwanis Gallery Exhibit:
Red Deer Artist Erin Boake
The Kiwanis Gallery is hosting Aquarius, a display of artworks by Erin Boake.
Be sure to view the intriguing talents of this up and coming local artist in February.