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from Chestermere Anchor October 16 2003

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Upcoming Library Closures

Please note the library and our return bin will be closed from November 11th – November 13th in observance of Remembrance Day.

Fall Programs

We have lots of great new programs and some returning favourites at the library this October. Find our full program guide on our website. www.chestermerepubliclibrary.com

Registration is online for all our programs, so be sure to view our events calendar to register.

Pumpkin Palooza and Trunk or Treat

Pumpkin Palooza is back for the second year on October 22nd from 12:15 – 3:30PM! Join us for our not so scary Halloween celebration. Wear your best costume, take pictures, and do activities and crafts at this sort of spooky event.

We will have a Not So Spooky Magic Show with Christopher Cool at 2:00PM and afterwards a Monster Mash Dance Party.

Thanks to Macaroni Kid for hosting Trunk or Treat in the library parking lot starting at 12:00PM.

Fun Family Friday

Play with your food in this Fun Family Friday on October 20th at 3:15PM with Candy Sushi! Registration is required.

Storytime

Join us on Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:15AM by the pirate ship for an all ages storytime. No registration required.

PJ Storytime

Get ready for bed and enjoy a bedtime story on Tuesdays at 6:15PM with the Chestermere Public Library. Wear your PJ’s, bring your blankets, and stuffies, and tuck in for reading and fun. No registration required, and all ages welcome!

Baby Storytime and Bibs, Burps, and Breaks

Baby storytime is back on Fridays at 10:15AM. Baby storytime is for parents, caregivers, and babies 0-18 months. There are songs, books, and playing. Stay after for Bibs, Burps, and Breaks for time to chat with other parents

/ caregivers while kids play.

Family Yoga

Join Luna P.L.A.Y. Kids at the library on Thursdays at 10:15AM for play-based yoga. Get some family-bonding time in as we participate in interactive games, music/dance, and fun posses. Together you and your family can learn how to relieve stress, regulate emotions, and have fun! No registration required, ages 2-6.

English Language Learning

Join the South Central Adult Learning Society on Tuesdays at 10:15AM. Come practice your English in a group with other learners. Discussions and activities will be aimed at beginner speakers, but will adapt to the level of the group. No Registration required.

Adult Yoga

Explore yogic breath techniques, gentle movement, and guided relaxation on Thursdays at 12:00PM. This class supports increased connection between breath, mind, and body. It is a great low intensity midday reset for your nervous system.

This 45 Minute class is suitable for adults and older adults of any experience level.

*Please bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes.

Graphic Novel and Manga Clubs

This month our teen and adult Graphic Novel and Manga Clubs are discussing Witches, Wizards, and Warlocks on our Discord. Any comic or manga that has a magic wielding character is welcome to be discussed on the discord. Join our Discord on our website.

Share Your Library Experience

Have you taken part in any of our library services? We are looking for feedback on the library and our programs. Let us know what you think and how we can improve. Your feedback directly impacts our services and programming so we can continue to make the library better for everyone. Email your feedback to info@ chestermerepubliclibrary.com or drop it off in our feedback box.

Support Your Local Library

Are you aware that the library is a Registered CHARITY? This means that we depend on donations from the public to support us. We are looking for corporate or personal sponsors for our Fall Programs. Any donations help and allow us to improve all our programming. Contact info@ chestermerepubliclibrary. com if you would like to donate.

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