Notice Board

All Library programs now require advance registration

Please be aware that all in-Library, in-person programs now require advance registration, including storytimes that have formerly been drop-in. Attendance numbers for all in-person programs are capped to ensure safe distancing. Register in advance to ensure your spot in your favourite in-Library programs! Outdoor Outreach programs will remain drop-in. 

Face coverings are mandatory at the Library effective September 4

In accordance with the Province of Alberta directive of September 3, face coverings are mandatory at both Library locations. Face coverings refer to any medical or non-medical mask or other covering that fully covers the nose, mouth and chin. Find Government of Alberta information about masks here.

Extended hours at both Library locations effective September 7

Library patrons have expressed their need for the return of Sunday hours and for extended hours at Jensen Lakes, and we’ve listened! Effective September 7, the Downtown Library will reopen on Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. Jensen Lakes Library will extend its hours Thursday evenings until 8 p.m. and will open on Friday mornings at 10 a.m. Current hours are listed here and will be updated September 7 to reflect the extended hours.

Announcing the 2021 STARFest lineup

We are thrilled to announce the 2021 STARFest Readers Festival line-up! Between Oct. 12 and Nov. 2, we've scheduled an engaging mix of in-person and virtual events, featuring comedy, drama, thrills, fantasy, romance, history, and searches for connection. There's something for every reader at STARFest 2021. Browse event information and buy tickets today at STARFest.ca.

Read our 2020 Report to the Community

2020 was a challenging year for St. Albertans, and we are proud of the many ways the Library supported the community through it. It took flexibility and innovation to support the needs of thousands of St. Albertans, each of whom were dealing with their own urgent pandemic issues. We've summarized the Library's work in 2020 here, with stories, numbers, photos and comments from residents.