Enriched Programs and Events at Medicine Hat Public Library
September - October 2015
mhpl.shortgrass.ca
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
BABIES AND ONES STORYTIME Tuesday mornings at 10:30 am
For 4 - 18 months old with a parent or other adult caregiver.
September 8, 15, 22 & 29 October 6 & 13 (REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED)
Free. Registration is required.
TODDLER STORYTIME
Please call: 403-502-8526 to register. Registration begins on Tuesday, September 1. Registration for next session starts on Tuesday, October 27.
Thursday mornings at 10:30 am
For 18 - 36 months old. Join us for stories and songs.
September 10, 17 & 24 October 1, 8 & 15 (REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED)
TUESDAY EVENING FAMILY STORYTIME Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm
Age 2 and up. These drop-in storytimes are fun for the whole family.
September 8, 15, 22 & 29 October 6, 13, 20 & 27
DROP-IN PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Friday mornings at 10:30 am
For 3 - 6 years old. Stories,songs,and rhymes on various themes.
September 4, 11, 18 & 25 October 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 KIDS YOGA @ THE LIBRARY (Ages 2 and up) Friday mornings starting on September 4 11:15 am - Library Grounds
A yoga class for you and your child. In the case of bad weather, class will move inside the library. Drop-in program. $5 fee per child, parents can participate for free. Bring a yoga mat if you have one.
LEGO CLUB AT THE LIBRARY (For ages 5 - 12) Fridays, September 11 & 25 Fridays, October 9 & 23 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm
McMan Parent Link Centre and MHPL offer Lego Club 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. For more information call 403-502-8526.
Saturday, September 12 For ages 7-9 We’re playing Minecraft in the Library. Register for one of the following time slots: 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Call 403-502-8526 to register. Registration begins on Tuesday, September 1.
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
DINOSAUR DISCOVERY (For ages 3 - 6)
Monday, September 21 10:15 am - 11:30 am
Learn and have fun with lots of dino discovery activities. For ages 3 - 6 with a parent or other adult caregiver. Free. Registration is required. Please call 403-502-8526 to register.
SCIENCE FAIR 101 (For children grade 4 - 12)
Part 1 - Wednesday, September 23 Part 2 - Thursday, October 22 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Science fair should be a great experience for the whole family so come to our science fair boot camps for everything you need to get your young scientist well on their way to a stress free and successful project. Free. Registration is required. Please call 403-502-8526 to register.
MEGA MINUTE READING CHALLENGE October 1 - October 31
We’re challenging all Medicine Hat students from kindergarten to grade six to read for as many minutes as they can this October! Our top prize is the New Nintendo 3DS XL game console with many more prizes up for grabs! Stay tuned for more details!
HALLOWEEN CRAFT
Saturday, October 24 2:00 pm
For ages 7 - 9. Join Maeghan for activities and stories celebrating Halloween. Free. Registration is required. Registration begins on Tuesday, October 13. Call 403-502-8526 to register.
HALLOWEEN STORYWALK® Saturday, October 31 10:30 am - Police Point Park
Families and friends of all ages are encouraged to join us at the Nature Centre for a Halloween Storywalk®.The featured book will be Big Pumpkin by Erica Silverman. For more information call the Nature Line: 403-529-6225 or email mhip@natureline.info
TWEEN PROGRAMS
Dutch Blitz
Monday, September 14 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Come and play Dutch Blitz, a very fast paced, addictive card game. Drinks and snacks provided. For ages 10 - 12. Free. For Ages 10 - 12. For more Information call: 403-502-8526.
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TWEEN PROGRAMS
HALLO’TWEEN NIGHT Monday, October 26 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Come and enjoy Halloween activities. Come in costume for a chance to win a prize! Drinks and snacks provided. For ages 10 - 12. Free. For Ages 10 - 12. For more Information call: 403-502-8526.
TEEN PROGRAMS presents:
Friday, September 18 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Tournament (BYOC) Also play Super Mario 3D Wii U, Mario Kart 8, Rock Band 2 and other great games. Play Duck Hunt on an original Nintendo. Make videogame themed perler bead key chains. For ages 13 - 18 only. Doors open 6:45 to 7:15 only presents:
Friday, October 9 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Doors Open 6:45 to 7:15 only.
Play Plenty of Snacks! Sci-Fi Make and Takes. Costume Contest! Watch the movie “Guardians of the Galaxy”. For ages 13 - 18 only. presents:
Friday, October 23 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
CARNIVAL
Night
Jello pie eating contest, Plinko, Gunny Sack races, Balloon Popping Game, Nerf Gun Shooting Gallery, Bean Bag Toss, lots of snacks and Snow Cones. Doors Open 6:45 to 7:15 only. For ages 13 - 18 only.
For more information call Michelle B. at 403-502-8537
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ADULT PROGRAMS
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
Wednesday, September 9, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Friday, September 25, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Wednesday, October 7, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday, October 20, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Program made possible with funding from Alberta Advanced Education and Technology.
This two-hour class will get you started. You’ll begin to use a keyboard and mouse and learn to perform basic computer functions. Free. Registration is required. Call 403-502-8525 to register.
GET TO KNOW YOUR IPAD
Friday, September 11, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Monday, September 21, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Friday, October 2, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Monday, October 19, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Program made possible with funding from Alberta Advanced Education and Technology.
Become a confident user of your iPad. Includes navigation, downloading and using apps. Free. Registration is required. Call 403-502-8525 to register.
INTRODUCTION TO eBOOKS (eREADERS AND TABLETS)
eReaders, (i.e., Kobo, etc) Tuesday, September 15,10:00 am - 12:00 pm Tablets, (i.e., iPad,Playbook, etc) Tuesday, September 29, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Program made possible with funding from Alberta Advanced Education and Technology.
Learn how to set up your device, download and use these resources on your computer, or transfer them to your mobile device to enjoy them on the go. Free. Registration is required. Call 403-502-8525 to register.
GET TO KNOW YOUR ANDROID TABLET Friday,September 18, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Monday,October 5, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Friday, October 16, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Program made possible with funding from Alberta Advanced Education and Technology.
Become a confident user of your Android tablet. Includes using apps, navigation and downloading. Free. Registration is required. Call 403-502-8525 to register.
INTERNET BASICS
Wednesday, September 23,10:00 am - 12:00 pm Wednesday, October 21, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Students will visit and navigate through popular websites as well as practice searching in Google. Free. Registration is required. Call 403-502-8525 to register.
GET TO KNOW YOUR WINDOWS 8.1 COMPUTER Thursday, September 24, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Become a confident user. Includes basic operation, apps and email tips. Free. Registration is required. Call 403-502-8525 to register.
DIGITAL CAMERA CRASH COURSE
Wednesday, September 30, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Learn how to upload photos to your computer and more! Bring along your laptop and camera. Free. Registration is required. Call 403-502-8525 to register.
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Program made possible with funding from Alberta Advanced Education and Technology.
SEPTEMBER FILM LINEUP THURSDAY AFTERNOON CLASSICS @ 2:00 pm
September 3 BRIGADOON
(1954)
Two Americans on a hunting trip in Scotland become lost. They encounter a small village called Brigadoon, in which people harbor a mysterious secret, and behave as if they were still living two hundred years in the past. With Gene Kelly, and Van Johnson. Followed by afternoon tea. 108 min.
September 17 SILK STOCKINGS
(1957)
After three bumbling Soviet agents fail in their mission to retrieve a straying Soviet composer from Paris, the beautiful Ninotchka is sent to complete their mission and to retrieve them. With Fred Astaire, Cyd Charisse and Janis Paige. 117 min.
THURSDAY NIGHT MOVIES @ 7:00 pm
September 10 DANNY COLLINS
(14A) September 24 THE WATER DIVINER
An aging rock star decides to change his life when he discovers a 40-year-old letter written to him by John Lennon. With Al Pacino, Annette Bening and Jennifer Garner. 106 min
(14A)
An Australian man travels to Turkey after the Battle of Gallipoli to try and locate his three missing sons. With Russell Crowe, Olga Kurylenko and Jai Courtney. 111 min.
SATURDAY MATINEES @ 2:00 pm
September 5 McFARLAND
(G)
A cross country coach in a small California town transforms a team of athletes into championship contenders. With Kevin Costner, Maria Bello and Ramiro Rodriguez. 129 min.
September 19
September 12 HOME
(G)
Oh, an alien on the run from his own people, lands on Earth and makes friends with the adventurous Tip, who is on a quest of her own, With the voices of Jim Parsons, Rihanna and Steve Martin. 92 min.
(PG)
September 26
FLASHBACK SATURDAY
EDWARD SCISSORHANDS (1990)
Join us for Learn 100 things: Arts/Culture please visit mhpl100.info for more information.
An uncommonly gentle young man, who happens to have scissors for hands, falls in love with a beautiful girl. With Johnny Depp, Winona Ryder and Dianne Wiest. 105 min.
JUST DOCS FILM CLUB
SUNDAY MOVIES
Monday, September 28 MERCHANTS OF DOUBT
100 Years of Academy Award Winning Movies @ 2:00 pm
(see page 12)
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OCTOBER FILM LINEUP THURSDAY AFTERNOON CLASSICS @ 2:00 pm
October 1 THE TUNNEL OF LOVE
(1958) October 15 THE BAND WAGON
This witty comedy follows a couple, the Pooles, in their frustrating attempts to adopt a child. With Doris Day, Richard Widmark and Gig Young. Followed by afternoon tea. 98 min.
(1953)
A pretentiously artistic director is hired for a new Broadway musical and changes it beyond recognition. With Fred Astaire, Cyd Charisse and Oscar Levant. 112 min.
THURSDAY NIGHT MOVIES @ 7:00 pm
(PG) October 22 THE AGE OF ADALINE
October 8 THE WOMAN IN GOLD
Maria Altmann, an octogenarian Jewish refugee, takes on the Austrian government to recover artwork she believes rightfully belongs to her family. With Helen Mirren, Ryan Reynolds and Daniel Brühl. 109 min.
(PG)
A young woman, born at the turn of the 20th century, is rendered ageless after an accident. After many solitary years, she meets a man who complicates the eternal life she has settled into. With Blake Lively, Michiel Huisman and Harrison Ford. 112 min.
SATURDAY MATINEES @ 2:00 pm
October 3 CINDERELLA (2015)
(G) October 10 DISNEY NATURE: When her father unexpectedly passes away, young MONKEY KINGDOM Ella finds herself at the mercy of her cruel stepmother and her daughters. Never one to give up hope, Ella’s fortunes begin to change after meeting a dashing stranger With Lily James, Cate Blanchett and Richard Madden. 105 min.
(G)
A documentary that follows a newborn monkey and its mother as they struggle to survive within the competitive social hierarchy of a dynamic group of monkeys who live in ancient ruins found deep in the storied jungles of South Asia. 81 min.
(PG) (G) October 31 (PG) October 24 FLASHBACK SATURDAY HOCUS POCUS ALADDIN After centuries, three witch sisters a street urchin vies for the THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE When are resurrected on Halloween love of a beautiful princess, he CHRISTMAS (1993) night, and it is up to two teenagers, uses a genie’s magic power to October 17
The king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town, but doesn’t quite understand it. 76 min.
make himself off as a prince in order to marry her. 90 min.
JUST DOCS FILM CLUB
a young girl, and an immortal cat to put an end to the witches’ reign of terror. 96 min.
SUNDAY MOVIES
Monday, October 26 MAN ON WIRE
100 Years of Academy Award Winning Movies @ 2:00 pm
(see page 12)
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ADULT PROGRAMS
LAW AT THE LIBRARY
Small Claims
Wednesday, September 23, 12:10 pm – 12:50 pm Learn about starting the Small Claims Court action, trial procedures, the appeals process, and how to collect!
Condo Living
Wednesday, September 30, 10:15 am – 12:00 pm
Condominiums provide a lifestyle alternative and a sound investment. If you are buying, living in, or selling a condominium, this seminar is for you.
Employment Standards
Friday, October 1, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
This session is designed for business owners, managers, supervisors and payroll and accounting personnel to provide a better understanding of rights and obligations under the Employment Standards Code.
Your Legal Toolkit
Wednesday, October 7, 10:15 am – 12:00 pm
An Enduring Power of Attorney, a Personal Directive, and a Will: these are important elements of a legal toolkit that everyone should have.
Elder Abuse
Wednesday, October 14, 10:15 am – 12:00 pm
Learn how to identify and respond to elder abuse when you see or experience it and find out what resources are available to help.
Executor’s Duties and Responsibilities
Wednesday, October 21, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Have you been named as an executor of an estate? Find out everything you need to know about the legal rights and responsibilities of being an executor.
Estate Law and Planning
Wednesday, October 28, 10:15 am – 12:00 pm
This session covers how to ensure that the wishes for your estate are upheld. These programs are presented in partnership with the Medicine Hat College Legal Education Program, the Alberta Law Foundation and Medicine Hat Public Library. FREE ADMISSION but ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Call Continuing Studies at 403-529-3844 to register.
DROP-IN COMPUTER SESSIONS Tuesdays,1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Starting on September 8, 2015
This is an opportunity for adults to strengthen their computer skills by practicing word processing, saving documents, using search engines, sending e-mail and e-mail attachments. No registration required. For more information call 403-502-8541.
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ADULT PROGRAMS
ON LAW AND ORDER
Wednesday, September 16 7:00 pm - Library Theatre
Listen to Chief of Police Andy McGrogan and Chief Crown Prosecutor Ramona Robins share their views on the justice system and the successes they've seen through their careers and the challenges we still face.
POSITIVE PARENTING SERIES (For parents of children ages 1-12)
The Power of Positive Parenting Wednesday Sept. 16, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Raising Confident and Competent Children Wednesday Sept. 23, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Raising Resilient Children Wednesday Sept. 30, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm The Positive Parenting Program (also known as ‘Triple P’) has been widely studied and used by parents for over 30 years. These presentations are made available through the Alberta government and McMan Parent Link Centre. For more information call 403-504-0833 or visit www.triplep-parenting.net. Free. Registration not required.
THE LIBRARY’S KNITTING, CROCHETING AND STITCHING CLUB
Library
Thursday, September 17 Thursdays, October 1, 15 & 29 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The library’s popular drop-in stitching club is starting again now that fall is here. Bring along a project that you’re working on or would like to start. We’ll share skills, laughs, and some light refreshments.
ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE Saturday, September 19, Saturdays, October 3, 17 & 31 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
This English Conversation Circle will help you with basic English literacy and conversation skills. This program is for ages 17 and up, ESL students, ESL speakers and temporary foreign workers (some restrictions may apply). Free. Registration is required. Please call 403-502-8525 to register.
PECHA KUCHA VOLUME 8 at Medalta
(713 Medalta Ave SE)
Saturday, September 26 8:20 pm
Hear 10 speakers in this interesting presentation format the Twitter of TED Talks. Free. For more information call 403-502-8531, Twitter/Facebook: #pknmh or email: pechakucha.mh@gmail.com
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ADULT PROGRAMS
EARLY ONSET DEMENTIA
Thursday, September 24 7:00 pm - Honor Currie Room
Early Onset Alzheimer’s/Dementia means a diagnosis before the age of 65. Join Deb Rakos (caregiver and Lethbridge representative for Early Onset Dementia Alberta) and Shantel Ottenbreit (Medicine Hat Seniors Outreach Worker) to learn about how to regain some control in your life after a new diagnosis; how to help a friend or loved one, and services available in Medicine Hat. For more information call 403-502-8525.
LEARN 100 THINGS: ARTS AND CULTURE Arts & Culture
Saturday, September 26 & Sunday, September 27 Medicine Hat Public Library
Join us for Arts and Culture activities at the Medicine Hat Public Library. Visit us and collect Passport to Knowledge stamps. For more information call 403-502-8525 or visit mhpl100.info
LIFE INTO STORY: Transforming Experiences Into Fiction by author Lori Hahnel Saturday, September 26 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Enjoy this writing workshop with Lori Hahnel, author of Love Minus Zero, After You’ve Gone and Nothing Sacred. Her work has been nominated for the Journey Prize and published in over thirty journals. Free. No registration required.
...AND MUSIC (Documentary) Saturday, September 26 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A documentary that follows a year in the life of the children, as they learn to play music. This gentle and powerful film explores the impact of arts teaching in children’s eduction.
INTRODUCTION TO ANCESTRY Sunday, September 27 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ancestry is the world’s largest online collection of family history or genealogical information. This class will introduce you to Ancestry’s many features. Free. Registration is required. Call 403-502-8525 to register.
MEMORY WRITING WORKSHOP
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Thursday, October 1 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Have you thought about sharing life’s stories and past memories with family and friends? This writing workshop will be led by members of the Rhyme and Reason Writers Club. Registration is required. Please call 403-502-8525 to register.
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ADULT PROGRAMS
WORLD CARD MAKING DAY WORKSHOP
Saturday, October 3 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Honor Currie Room
Celebrate World Card Making Day Workshop with a variety of techniques and patterns satisfying to beginners and experts alike. Participants must have a valid library card. Registration is required. Call 403-502-8525 to register.
LIBRARY SNAPSHOT DAY
mh pl
Friday, October 9 Medicine Hat Public Library
The Library will be taking pictures all day for use in advocacy and publicity campaigns including posting to social media. Please speak to a staff member if you have concerns about being photographed. Thank you.
PROMOTING WELLNESS
For Individuals with Dementia as well as their family, friends, volunteers, staff and other community members Tuesday, October 13 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Participants will learn what dementia is and how it relates to Alzheimer’s Disease; how behavior changes during different stages of dementia; how to communicate with a person who is cognitively impaired; how to engage in meaningful activities; the benefits of Therapeutic Recreation and how it can improve quality of life. Free. No registration is required.
SPEAKING OF BOOKS
Author Talk by Kathleen Winter Author of Annabel Friday, October 16 7:00 pm, Library Theatre
Reception and book signing to follow. When Annabel was published in 2010, it took the Canadian book-reading world by storm. A finalist for several major awards, Annabel has been described as “a haunting story of family, identity, and the universal yearning to belong.”
Annabel Book Discussion Saturday, October 17 10:15 am - noon, Honor Currie Room
Calling all readers of Annabel! Join us for a facilitated book discussion of this wonderfully original book. If your book club read Annabel, bring the whole gang. Refreshments provided and registration not required. Copies of Annabel are available to borrow from your library.
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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING Thursday, September 17 7:30 pm Legion Room
Everyone who loves the MHPL is welcome. Come and get involved in the Friends Book sale planning and fund allocation .
JUST DOCS FILM CLUB
MERCHANTS OF DOUBT
MAN ON WIRE
Monday, September 28 7:00 pm Library Theatre
Monday, October 26 7:00 pm Library Theatre
This documentary investigates professional skeptics, whose services are bought and paid for by corporations to cast doubt and delay public and governmental action on climate change. 96 min.
A look at tightrope walker Philippe Petit’s daring high-wire routine performed between New York City’s World Trade Center’s twin towers in 1974. 94 min.
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
The Library will be closed: - Labour Day - Monday, September 7, 2015 - Thanksgiving Day - Monday, October 12, 2015 This edition of ‘Enriched’ was published July 2015
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