CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
BABIES AND ONES STORYTIME
TUESDAY EVENING FAMILY STORYTIME
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Tuesday mornings 10:30 am May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
Tuesday evenings 7:00 pm May 3, 10 & 17
For 4 - 18 months old with a parent or other adult caregiver. Enjoy songs, rhymes, tickles, and knee bounces.
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These drop-in storytimes are fun for the whole family. Pajamas and teddy bears welcome.
DROP-IN PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Registration is required by calling: 403-502-8526
TODDLER STORYTIME
Friday mornings 10:30 am May 6, 13, 20 & 27 June 3, 10, 17 & 24
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Thursday mornings 10:30 am May 5, 12, 19 & 26 June 2
For 3 - 6 years old. Stories,songs and rhymes on various themes.
For 18 - 36 months old. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and tickles. Registration begins on Tuesday, April 19. * Please note: There will be no Baby or Toddler Storytime program during the month of June. Please join us on Mondays at 10:30 am in July and August for our summer session of Baby and Toddler Storytimes.
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Wednesday mornings 11:00 am - 11:30 am March 2 & April 6
For more information please call 403-502-8526.
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
BABY LAUGHTER YOGA (For babies who are not yet walking) Wednesday mornings 11:00 am - 11:30 am May 4 & June 1
JAPANESE STORYTIME AND CRAFT (For ages 4 - 6)
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Saturday, May 28 10:30 am
Baby Laughter Yoga by Angelique Doyle. Free. Registration for May 4 begins on Tuesday, April 19 and for June 1 begins on Tuesday, May 24.
Enjoy a bilingual storytime and craft. Songs, rhymes and stories in Japanese and English. For 4-6 years old with a parent or other adult caregiver.
TD CANADA CHIDREN’S BOOK WEEK: STORYTELLER BOB GRAHAM
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Friday afternoons 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm May 13 & 27 June 10 & 24
Wednesday, May 11 9:30 am - 10:30 am Honor Currie Room
Join our LEGO Club at the Library for ages 5 -12. Younger siblings are welcome with a parent or other adult caregiver. Registration at the door is required by parent or caregiver.
Bob is a Storyteller. Bob’s stories deal with a strong native element and the outdoors. His stories are about Human Nature, fears, success and all ages can relate. Everyone is welcome!
*Age limits for our programs are based on developmental and social targets appropriate to the age group. In order to participate a child must be within the posted age limit by the day of the program. We do not grant exceptions to our age limits as this could be seen as discriminatory to those who have not been admitted into a program.
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
SUNRISE ROTARY RIDE THE ROAD TO READING
(For ages 7 - 9)
Friday, May 13
Saturday afternoons May 21 & June 18
is the last day for teachers to have an ambassador visit their classroom.
We’re playing Minecraft in the Library. Register for one of the following time slots:
Sunday, May 22
*1:00 pm - 1:50 pm *2:00 pm - 2:50 pm *3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
last day for grade 4 students to enter the prize draw.
Registration for May 21 begins on Tuesday, May 10, and for June 18 begins on Tuesday, June 7.
WRAP-UP PARTY
Monday, May 30 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Honor Currie Room
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All participants are invited to join us for a reception celebrating the readers. Cake and refreshments provided.
PRESCHOOL SCIENCE (For ages 3 - 5)
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Registration is required by calling: 403-502-8526.
TD SUMMER READING CLUB DAY SAV E
Saturday, June 25
Go Wild at your library! and celebrate WILD! the 2016 TD Summer Reading Club with games, activities, movie and more!
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Friday, May 13 10:30 am Honor Currie Room
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Science comes alive for kids as they explore,discover and learn through hands on activities lead by the Praxis Science Team. For ages 3 - 5 with a parent or other adult caregiver. Registration begins on Tuesday, May 3.
*REGISTRATION IN PERSON ONLY beginning on Saturday, June 4. Children must have a valid library card.(MHPL or other Shortgrass system) Teachers: to book a presentation for your class about our summer reading program please phone Carol Ann at 402-502-8532.
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TWEEN PROGRAMS
AFTER SCHOOL
(For ages 10 - 12)
(For ages 10 -12)
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Monday, June 13 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tuesday afternoons May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 June 7, 14, 21 & 28 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
Join in the fun with Pokemon inspired activities. Dress up as your favorite Pokemon character for a costume contest. Snacks provided.
Registration begins on the Tuesday preceding the program. Participants must have a valid library card.
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Free Programs. For ages 10 - 12. For more information please call 403-502-8526.
Registration is required by calling: 403-502-8526.
Register for one of the following time slots:
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(For ages 10 - 12) Saturday, May 14
(For ages 10 - 12) Monday, May 16 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
1:00 pm - 2:15 pm or 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm
Play some trivia, and make your own Graphic Novel! Snacks provided.
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(For ages 13 - 15) Saturday, May 28 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm or 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm
Registration for May 14 begins on Tuesday, May 3, and for May 28 begins on Tuesday, May 17. Participants must have a valid library card.
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TEEN PROGRAMS
presents: Friday, June 3 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm (For ages 13 - 18 only)
Friday, May 6 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm (For ages 13 - 18 only)
Tournament (BYOC). Play Mario Kart 8 and other great games for Wii. Play Duck Hunt on an original Nintendo.
Make your own cardboard medieval armor for the cardboard tube fighting contest. Stilt racing on coffee cans. Make a crown. Apple bobbing. Watch the movie: Monty Python & the Holy Grail. COSTUME CONTEST: come dressed as king,queen, knight, etc. Plenty of snacks! No registration required.
Free Programs. For ages 13 - 18. Doors open 6:45 pm - 7:15 pm only. For more information please call Michelle B. at 403-502-8537
TEEN SUMMER PROGRAMS FLIPPING THE PAGES OF SUMMER 2016
Friday, May 20 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Teen Summer Reading Contest Contest runs July 2 - August 31. Read a book & complete the entry form to win. All July and August entries can win $100 CASH! One draw at the end of July and another at the end of August.
Tournament. Cosplay and Drawing Contest. Ramen Noodle Eating Contest. Anime Bingo. DIY candy sushi. Make Neko ears and Naruto headband. Make anime glass locker magnets. Watch the movie “Princess Mononoke”. Plenty of snacks! No registration required.
2016 Teen Summertime
Videogaming at the Library!
More information in the July/August Enriched.
(For ages 13 - 18 only)
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ADULT PROGRAMS
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
Tuesday, May 3 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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You’ll begin to use a keyboard and mouse and learn to perform basic computer functions.
INTRODUCTION TO ANDROID TABLETS Thursday, May 5 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Become a confident user of your Android tablet. Includes navigation, using apps and downloading.
INTERNET BASICS
Wednesday, May 11 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Program made possible with funding from Alberta Advanced Education and Technology.
Students will visit and navigate through popular websites as well as practice searching in Google.
GET TO KNOW YOUR R WINDOWS 10 COMPUTER Monday, May 9 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
TECH TIME
Friday, May 13 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Mondays, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm May 2, 9, 16 & 30 June 6, 13, 20 & 27
For individuals with a Windows 10 laptop or desktop. Covers basic operation, setting up a Microsoft account and downloading apps from the Windows Store.
This program will provide you with help that is tailored to your specific needs.
DROP-IN COMPUTER SESSIONS
INTRODUCTION TO IPAD Tuesday, May 10 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Tuesdays, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 June 7, 14, 21 & 28
Program made possible with funding from Alberta Advanced Education and Technology.
Become a confident user of your iPad. Includes navigation, downloading and using apps.
This is an opportunity for adults to strengthen their computer skills by practicing word processing, saving documents, etc. A volunteer on hand to assist. No registration required. For more information call 403-502-8541.
Registration required by calling: 403-502-8525. PARTICIPANTS MUST HAVE A VALID LIBRARY CARD.
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MAY FILM LINEUP THURSDAY AFTERNOON CLASSICS @ 2:00 pm
May 5 DU BARRY WAS A LADY
(1943)
In this adaptation of a Cole Porter Broadway musical, star singer May (Lucille Ball) wants to marry a rich man, but her heart belongs to Alec (Gene Kelly) a penniless dancer. Louis Blore (Red Skelton),who has just won a fortune through a sweepstakes, promptly marries May. Followed by afternoon tea. 104 min.
May 19 TAMMY AND THE DOCTOR
(1963)
When Mrs. Call’s heart condition acts up, Tammy tags along on the trip to Los Angeles when the old lady is getting her surgery. Since there are no guest quarters in the hospital, Tammy gets a job in the hospital as a nurse’s assistant. With Sandra Dee and Peter Fonda and Macdonald Carey. 88 min.
THURSDAY NIGHT MOVIES @ 7:00 pm
MAY 12 THE LADY IN THE VAN
(PG)
May 26 REMEMBER
(14A)
With the aid of a fellow Auschwitz survivor and a hand-written letter, an elderly man with dementia goes in search of the person responsible for the death of his family. With Christopher Plummer, Dean Norris and Martin Landau. 94 min.
A man forms an unexpected bond with a transient woman living in her van that’s parked in his driveway. With Maggie Smith, Alex Jennings and Jim Broadbent. 104 min.
SATURDAY MATINEES @ 2:00 pm
MAY 7 ANGELS IN THE OUTFIELD
(G)
When a boy prays for a chance to have a family if the California Angels win the pennant, angels are assigned to make that possible. With Danny Glover, Brenda Fricker and Tony Danza 101 min.
May 14 ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS: THE ROAD CHIP
(G)
Through misunderstandings, Alvin, Simon and Theodore come to believe that Dave is going to propose to his girlfriend and dump them. They have three days to get to him and stop the proposal. 92 min.
May 21 (PG) May 28 (PG) SUPER SATURDAY WILLOW (1988) A reluctant dwarf must play a critical role in CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE FIRST protecting a special baby from an evil queen. AVENGER With Val Kilmer, Joanne Whalley and Warwick Davis. Steve Rogers, a rejected military soldier, transforms into Captain America after taking a dose of a “SuperSoldier serum”. With Chris Evans and Samuel L. Jackson. 124 min.
126 min.
JUST DOCS FILM CLUB
Monday, May 30 HOW TO CHANGE THE WORLD (see page 15)
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JUNE FILM LINEUP THURSDAY AFTERNOON CLASSICS @ 2:00 pm
June 2
June 16 (1955) LOVE IS A MANY - SPLENDORED THING
NO MOVIE DUE TO BOOK SALE
A widowed doctor of both Chinese and European descent falls in love with a married American correspondent in Hong Kong during China’s Communist revolution. With William Holden, Jennifer Jones and Torin Thatcher. 102 min.
THURSDAY NIGHT MOVIES @ 7:00 pm
June 9 REGRESSION
(14A)
June 23 THE FINEST HOURS
(PG)
The Coast Guard makes a daring rescue attempt off the coast of Cape Cod after a pair of oil tankers are destroyed during a blizzard in 1952. With Chris Pine, Casey Affleck and Ben Foster. 117 min.
A detective and a psychoanalyst uncover evidence of a satanic cult while investigating the rape of a young woman. With Ethan Hawke, David Thewlis and Emma Watson. 106 min.
SATURDAY MATINEES @ 2:00 pm
June 4 (PG) STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS 30 years after the defeat of the Galactic Empire, a new threat arises. The First Order attempts to rule the galaxy and only a group of heroes can stop them, along with the help of the Resistance. With Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, and Oscar Isaac. 135 min.
June 18 SUPER SATURDAY IRON MAN
(G)
June 25 THE WILD
(G)
When a real estate development invades his Arctic home, Norm and his three lemming friends head to New York City, where Norm becomes the mascot of the corporation in an attempt to bring it down from the inside and protect his homeland. 91 min.
(PG)
After being held captive in an Afghan cave, an engineer creates a unique suit of armor to fight evil. With Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow and Terrence Howard. 126 min.
June 11 NORM OF THE NORTH
An adolescent lion is accidentally shipped from the New York Zoo to Africa. Now running free, his zoo pals must put aside their differences to help bring him back. With the voices of Kiefer Sutherland, James Belushi and Eddie Izzard. 94 min.
JUST DOCS FILM CLUB
Monday, June 27 AMY (see page 15)
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ADULT PROGRAMS
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS WEEK
UNDERSTANDING MS
WHAT IS MS? Monday, May 2 6:30 pm –8:00 pm SYMPTOMS & SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT Monday, May 9 6:30 pm –8:00 pm EMPLOYMENT & INCOME SUPPORTS Monday, May 16 6:30 pm –8:00 pm LIVING WITH MS Monday, May 30 6:30 pm –8:00 pm
Monday, May 2 12:00 pm –1:30 pm Honor Currie Room
Are you and your family prepared in case of an emergency? Know the risks, make a plan, get a kit. There will be a display and presentations from the Canadian Red Cross to commemorate Emergency Preparedness Week.
AUTHOR READING: GAIL BOWEN
Whether you have MS or are just interested in learning more, we invite you to participate in one or all of these sessions to broaden your understanding of MS.
Monday, May 2 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Library Theatre
MEDICINE HAT POTTERS ASSOCIATION ART EXHIBITION RECEPTION Thursday, May 5 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Come and have a glimpse into the imagination of local artisans.
Gail Bowen, the “Queen of Canadian Crime Fiction”, will be at MHPL to talk about and read from her latest Joanne Kilbourn mystery, What’s Left Behind, which received a rave review in the Globe and Mail. This is the 16th novel in the bestselling series which is setin Saskatchewan. Everyone is welcome.
Thursday evenings May 5, 19 & June 9 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Bring a project that you’re working on or would like to start.
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ADULT PROGRAMS
CARD WORKSHOP Saturday, May 7 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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Registration is required by calling: 403-502-8525.
PROMOTING WELLNESS:
Participants will make 12 cards approximately, with a variety of techniques and sentiments (envelopes included). Registration required. $10 NON-
For Individuals with Dementia, their families, volunteers, staff, friends & community members Tuesday, May 10 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Honor Currie Room
REFUNDABLE REGISTRATION FEE. Library Membership required. Children 12 -15 years must be accompanied by adult,16 and over may attend independently.
Learn: What dementia is and how it relates to Alzheimer’s disease; how behavior changes during different stages of dementia; how Therapeutic Recreation can improve quality of life, and how to engage in meaningful activities. No registration required.
FAMILY HISTORY STORIES Sunday, May 8 2:00 pm Honor Currie Room
Join Kathy Dawson and Linda Dawson (no relation) as they share their personal stories about their search for their family’s history only to find that their grandmothers were British Home Children. British Home Children were children from poor and troubled homes that were sent over to Canada in the early 20th century as domestic servants.
ACTIVITIES FOR PERSONS R WITH DISABILITIES Every Wednesday during May and June 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Honor Currie Room
We do crafts, sing songs, or watch movies. If you are the caregiver for a person with developmental delays, please register them for this weekly activity. For more information please call 403-502-8525.
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ADULT PROGRAMS
BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU PROGRAM Wednesday, May 11 10:00 am –12:00 pm
HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM LIVING WITH CELIAC R DISEASE/GLUTEN INTOLERANCE
Even the savviest seniors may have difficulty spotting today’s scams. This presentation covers the basics of today’s scams including different types of fraud targeting seniors and what you can do to protect yourself.
Tuesday, May 17 7:00 pm –8:00 pm Honor Currie Room
Celiac disease sufferers and those with gluten intolerance are invited to join us on Tuesday, May 17 to learn more about what to eat and what to avoid. The MH Celiac group will share recipes and tips/tricks. Please register in advance.
DROP-IN ZENTANGLE DRAWING CLASS Wednesday, May 11 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Everyone is welcome! Children grade 4 and up can learn to draw zentangle. Younger children are welcome with a parent or other adult caregiver. Card stock paper, pens and light refreshments will be provided.
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COLOURING FUN
Wednesday, May 25 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Legion Room
ICELAND TRAVEL LOG Monday, May 16 6:30 pm –8:00 pm
Keith and Val Walker share their trip to Iceland with a visual précis of the geography, people and their experience.
Discover a fun way to relieve stress and express yourself. Bring your own colouring book, we will supply treats and colouring tools. Everyone is welcome.
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ADULT PROGRAMS
THE PAPERBACK EXCHANGE IS BACK FOR THE 29th YEAR
LEARN ABOUT SCHIZOPHRENIA WITH KAREN GOODCHILD Thursday, May 26 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Legion Room
June, July and August 2016
Who: Adults and Young Adults. What: Fiction Paperbacks in good condition to be exchanged one-for-one. Where: Medicine Hat Public Library on the racks located by the selfchecks on the main level. Share good books without any due dates. Bring your fiction paperbacks into the library and leave them in the pink basket by the Paperback Exchange racks. Then select the same number of books from the racks and enjoy.
Join us to talk about the causes of schizophrenia and its impact on people and families. Learn about the different resources available.
RETIREMENT PLANNING Thursday evenings, May 26, June 9 & 23 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Craig Elder, local investment advisor, will provide three sessions on how to plan for retirement and/or live in retirement.
Repeat as often as you like!
MORNING GUIDED MEDITATION (video conference) Friday, June 10 10:30 am – 11:00 am Legion Room
AUTHOR READING: JOAN METTAUER Tuesday, May 31 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Honor Currie Room
Meditation is becoming more popular as people search for ways to relax, de-stress, and enhance their quality of life. Join Bonnie Harvey of Inner Focus Yoga for information on the benefits of meditation, followed by a guided meditation.
Local author Joan Mettauer will read from her book, Diamonds in an Arctic Sky, her first novel inspired by her experiences in the Arctic and fueled by her imagination.
For more information please call 403-502-8525.
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ADULT PROGRAMS
COMPUTER CODING BASICS FOR WOMEN
PECHA KUCHA VOL. 10
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Friday, June 17 8:20 pm at Medalta
Saturday, June 11 10:00 am – 2:30 pm Training Room
Hear 10 speakers in this interesting presentation format the Twitter of TED Talks. For more information call 403-502-8531, Twitter/Facebook: #pkmedhat or email: pechakucha.mh@gmail.com
Learn the basics of computer coding in a supportive environment. Learn to use the Raspberry Pi computer and code fun projects in this workshop from a qualified instructor. 30 min. lunch break. Lunch will be provided. Free to attend, but registration required. Community Investment Program
Program made possible with funding from Alberta Advanced Education and Technology.
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WORLDWIDE KNIT IN PUBLIC DAY Saturday, June 18 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Library Grounds
Registration is required by calling: 403-502-8525.
World Wide Knit in Public Day is celebrating its 11th anniversary and the library will be a host site. In the event of poor weather, we’ll be inside the library.
QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY TEA Saturday, June 11 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Honor Currie Room
For more information please call 403-502-8525.
Celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s 90th birthday with tea and treats. Everyone is welcome!
JAZZ FESTIVAL FILM: I AM THE BLUES Monday, June 20 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Library Theatre
In“I Am The Blues”, director Daniel Cross takes us on a musical journey through the swamps of the Louisiana Bayou, the juke joints of the Mississippi Delta and Moonshine soaked BBQs in the North Mississippi Hill Country, visiting the last original blues legends. Co-sponsored by the Medicine Hat College Conservatory.
ORIGAMI NIGHT
Wednesday, June 15 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Honor Currie Room Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding. Join us for a fun evening and learn how to make Origami items for the whole family.
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ADULT PROGRAMS
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
JUST DOCS FILM CLUB @ Library Theatre
HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA
HOW TO CHANGE THE WORLD
Tuesday, June 21 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Library Grounds
Monday, May 30 7:00 pm
Join us to celebrate the International Day of Yoga with yoga and Thai massage led by Lisa Simchison of Awakened Yoga. This drop - in session will be held outside on library grounds, weather permitting. Please bring your own mat if you have one. Free. Everybody is welcome!
How To Change The World is the story of the pioneers who founded Greenpeace and defined the modern green movement. (PG) 110 min.
AMY
Monday, June 27 7:00 pm
MEDICINE HAT JAZZ FEST: NOBUKI TAKAMEN GUITARIST
Amy is a 2015 British documentary film that depicts the life and death of British singer-songwriter Amy Winehouse. (PG) 128 min.
Wednesday, June 22 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Library Theatre
Guitarist/composer Nobuki Takamen was born in Hiroshima, Japan. Jazz historians describe him as an excellent improviser in his own bop-inspired style.’’ Nobuki endorses Acoustic Image Amplifiers, Raezer’s Edge Speaker Cabinets, Eventide and Reunion Blues.
BOOK SALE
Friday, June 3 & Saturday, June 4 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Used books, CDs, movies and more. Money raised goes toward NEW materials and programming in the Library. Volunteers needed for: Set up - Thursday, June 2 Book Sale - Friday, June 3 Volunteers and Saturday, June 4. needed Please call 403-502-8525.
For more information please call 403-502-8525.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Hours of Operation
Contact Information
Monday to Thursday: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday: 10:00 am to 5:30 pm Sunday: 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Adult Services: 403-502-8525 Children’s Services: 403-502-8526 Reference Services: 403-502-8538 Administration: 403-502-8527 Room Booking: 403-502-8530 www.mhpl.info or mhpl.shortgrass.ca
Visit the Horticultural Society display at the Library during the month of May learn some gardening tips. The Medicine Hat and District Horticultural Society is dedicated to the promotion of all horticultural interest in and around the City of Medicine Hat, and to the education of the people of the area.
LIBRARY BOARD MEETINGS Wednesdays, May 4 and June 1 at 7:00 pm PUBLIC WELCOME FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING Thursday, May 19 at 7:00 pm PUBLIC WELCOME The Library will be closed: Victoria Day - May 23, 2016 This edition of ‘Enriched’ was published April 2016
Find us on 414 First Street SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0A8 www.mhpl.info
Medicine Hat Public Library is a member of the Shortgrass Library System
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