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Programs and Workshops this Fall!

September 12 2023

School is back in session — and so are our programs! Our autumn season is filled with new workshops, familiar programs, and an exciting new book club!

Our Discovery Series, brought to us by our lovely Shelley, is back and this month features a spice - Greek seasoning - for everyone to try. Pick up your sample at the library while supplies are available! October will feature a craft kit to take home and make.

Check out what is NEW (and returning after summer break!) at the library in September & October:

Children under 6

Parent-Child Mother Goose Program

September 20 – November 22

A group experience for parents / caregivers and their babies and young children focusing on the pleasure and power of using songs, rhymes and oral storytelling. Call Sturgeon Adult Learning to register: 780-923-2374. More...

 

Youth 9-12

Minecraft Club

Tuesdays: September 12, 19, 26

Play Minecraft with your friends in our moderated library online community. Challenges and other fun game play lead by our fearless Minecraft leaders. Instructions on how to get started can be found on our Minecraft page

Studio Creative STEAM Club

September 25 & 27

We are back after summer break! Join us after school for an hour of activities including science experiments, art projects, and more. Drop-ins welcom! More...

 

Teens (13-17)

Origami Bookmarks

September 22

Make origami bookmarks with us! Use your imagination to create fun caricatures and shapes to give your books personality. Supplies provided. Drop-ins welcome! More...

Tiny Book Jewellery

October 19

In celebration of Library Month, create adorable tiny book jewellery! These pieces of well-read jewellery are a perfect addition to your favourite outfits and accessories. Registration is required. More...

All Booked Up!

New boxes ready the first week of each month

Although we did not go anywhere this summer, we encourage teens to register for this fantastic book box program. Our program page gives you all the info you need! More...

 

Adults (16+)

Downton Abbey Watch Party

Wednesday afternoons: September 6, 13, 20 & 27

After a summer break, we are back! Continue watching an episode of Downton Abbey every week with us. Enjoy a coffee or tea as we discuss the show and the history of the time period the show is set in. Drop-ins welcome! More...

Loose Threads

September 18

Loose Threads is Morinville Community Library's quilting club. We collaborate and work on individual projects in a group setting. After taking a summer break, they are back on September 18th.Drop-ins welcome! More...

How to Use your Hand-held Devices

September 19 & 21

Do you need help with understanding how to use your cell phone or tablet? Join us and Sturgeon Adult Learning at the library for two sessions on how to use your hand-held devices. Call Sturgeon Adult Learning to register: 780-923-2374. More...

Create a Fairy Garden

September 23

Make a magical fairy garden in a basket. Many adorable figurines and natural elements such as moss and flowers will be provided. Bring a friend and get creative! Registration Required (limited seats). More...

Shelf Indulgence (Book Club)

First meeting on September 29

This new book club is fertile ground for anyone who enjoys romance novels — and wants to indulge in conversations about our favourite romance novels. Our first meeting on September 29th will include choosing books to read and how we want to shape our amazing, scandalous book club. Beverages and snacks are provided too! We will meet on the last Friday of every month.  Registration Required. More...

French Conversation Workshop

Tuesday nights: October 3 - December 12

This is a fantastic program in partnership with ACFA (Association canadienne-française de l'Alberta), learn and practice French conversation skills with us at the library. An instructor with ACFA will lead the class. Note your level of French language skills and register for beginner or advanced.  Register before October 3, 2023 More...

Book Witch Craft

October 12

Make a "book witch" using a repurposed book! Registration required. More...

 

For more information on all of our programs, go to our programs page for a full listing.

 

 

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