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Online: Try our Baby Laptime Playlist

Toddler and Child

Podcast: A gentle joyful listening experience with Drew, Charity, Alex and more!

Just for Fun

Check out these fun library programs happening around St. Albert.

Missed one of our online programs or want to watch one again? Check out our Online Programs page.

Reading Help

Reading Buddies: Children in grades 2-4 who could benefit from a little support and guidance with their reading will be paired with a trained teen Reading Buddy volunteer to read together. The goal is to help the young buddy improve their confidence and develop a positive attitude toward reading. 

For our winter 2025 program we are offering two in-person options:
  1. Tuesdays, February 17 - April 14, 4:00-5:00 pm (No class March 31)
  2. Wednesdays, February 18 - April 15, 6:30-7:30 pm (No class April 1)

The application process opens Monday, December 8 at 9 am. Applications will be closed at the end of day Jan 23, 2026

Now accepting applications for Reading Buddies

Bookable Buddies: Come to the Jensen Lakes Library and read in a fun and encouraging environment with a friendly Reading Buddy!  Bring your own book or choose one from our collection. For kids in grades 2-4 who could use a little support with their reading.

Choose from one of three 25 minute slots from 6 to 7:30 pm on Thursdays, from January 22 to March 19. Registration can be found on the Library's calendar.

Ask about our Be.Excited.About.Reading (BEAR) Kits or upcoming workshops at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

After School

Clubs for Readers & Writers: These programs are just right for kids who love to read and write

Games & Crafty Fun: Arts and crafts, board games, LEGO and more. Crafting at home? Try our Crafternoon Playlist

STEAM: Flex your Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math skills in the library or check out our STEAM Challenges Playlist

New Children's Fiction

Upcoming Events

Title: Baby Storytime
From: 10:15am Tuesday, January 20
To: 10:45am Tuesday, January 20
Presenter: Alex
Location: Forsyth Hall (Downtown Library - 5 St. Anne Street)
Categories: Children, Preschool
Registration: Registration is required for this event.
Description:

Tuesdays, Jan. 20-Feb. 24

10:15-10:45 AM

Join us for a pre-registered storytime group that will meet once a week for six weeks. Stories, songs and more will keep babies engaged.

 
Title: Family Storytime @ Ironwood Estates Retirement Residence
From: 10:30am Tuesday, January 20
To: 11:30am Tuesday, January 20
Location: Community Outreach
Description:

Join us for a fun filled morning at the Ironwood Estates Retirement Residence. We'll have songs, stories, dancing and more!

We will be sharing our program with friends from Ironwood Estates.

This is a drop in program - no registration required.

Location: 40 Ironwood Point
Title: Mindfulness and Movement Storytime @ Salisbury at Enjoy
From: 10:30am Wednesday, January 21
To: 11:00am Wednesday, January 21
Location: Community Outreach
Description:

A storytime set in the serenity of the Salisbury Greenhouse at the Enjoy Centre.

Share stories, dancing, and activities, focusing on our emotions and connecting with the environment around us. This program will be geared towards children ages 3-6 years and their caregivers. Families with younger children are also welcome to register.  

Participants are encouraged to bring a stuffed toy and a cozy blanket to sit on.

Register here: https://sapl.libcal.com/event/3968060

Location:
The Enjoy Centre
101 Riel Dr. St. Albert T8N 3X4