October 2023
 
In This Issue
 
Special Events
 
Yoga at the Library
 
Children's Storytimes
 
Board Meeting
 
Hours of Operation
 
Monday - Thursday     10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday                          10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday     11:00 am - 5:00 pm
 
Library Closed
 
Tues, Oct 3        for Professional Development
  Mon, Oct 9         for Thanksgiving 
 

Special Events
 
Author Talk:
Redefining Adventure: Stories from Lights to Guide Me Home
 
Wednesday, October 4
7:30 - 8:30pm: For adults
 
Join local Banff author Meghan J. Ward, and be entered to win a free copy of her book "Lights to Guide Me Home" with your registration!
 
Find out more on our website>>

Financial Literacy Workshop
 
Saturday, October 21
2:00pm start: For teens and adults
 
Financial stress can significantly affect an individual's productivity and overall well-being. Unfortunately, many people lack the necessary knowledge and skills to manage their personal finances effectively. 
 
Join Kervin van den Meijdenberg, 'Leading with Purpose and Passion' guide you in a fun, engaging and educational financial literacy information session.   All participants will leave with practical tools and strategies to improve their financial health.
 
Register Here >>

Pop-Up Legal Clinic
 
Wednesday, October 25
11:00am - 4:00pm: For adults 
 
Event Facilitator: CACLC – Central Alberta Community Legal Clinic
 
 
SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY
 
11:00am - 12:00pm:
Employment Law Workshop
Register Here>>
 
12:00pm - 3:00pm:
Ask A Lawyer 
No Registration required. First come first serve.
 
3:00pm - 4:00pm:
Residential Tenancies Workshop
Register Here>>
 
Come learn about your rights as an employee and as a tenant at these workshops, or drop by during 'Ask A Lawyer' to get some legal advice! 
 
Echoes of the Forest

Sunday, October 29th
1:00pm - 4:00pm: For everyone!
 
You and your family will enjoy a warm cup of hot apple cider while listening to spooky stories and fireside songs by local musicians. You will have the opportunity to take part in some frightful games, create some spooky arts and crafts and connect with your community. Banff Public Library Storytime held at 1:30 p.m., 2:15 p.m., and 3 p.m. 
 
Find out more>>
 
 
Yoga at the Library
October Dates
 
See the Events Calendar>>
Sundays
9:30 am - 10:30 am
October 1 
Fridays
6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
October 6
Chie is away for most of October, so sadly we will only be offering yoga during the first week of October.
Children's Storytime
Please note, we post updates on
our social media when storytimes are cancelled. 
Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook to stay updated.
 
Preschool Storytime
 
Will not be running for the month of October.
 
We'll see you again in November!
 
See the events calendar>>
Baby Storytime
 
Tuesday Mornings
10:30 am - 11:00 am
 
For babies ages 0 - 2 along with parents & caregivers.
 
See the events calendar>>
Once Upon an
Alphabet Storytime
 
Saturday Mornings
9:30 am - 10:30 am
 
For children ages 0 - 6 along with parents & caregivers.
 
See the events calendar>>
Super Saturday Storytime
 
Saturday Mornings
10:30 am - 11:30 am
 
For children ages 6 -9.
Join us for an hour of stories, crafts, and other fun activities!
 
Spots guaranteed to the first 10 participants.
Please register on our website.
 
See the events calendar>>
 
 Board Meeting
Board Meeting
 Wednesday, October 25th at 6:30 pm
 
Banff Public Library Board meetings occur on the last Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm and are open to the public with advance notice.
 
If you would like to join us, please contact: bplboard@banfflibrary.ab.ca.
 

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Box 996
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403-762-2661

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