Red Deer Public Library

06/20/2026

Tick tock... ⏰ The wait is almost over!

Join us for a roaring good start to the summer. The Summer Reading Club Kick-Off party is on Thursday June 25 from 4-6 p.m. at the Timberlands Branch library. This event is free, drop-in, and the perfect way to celebrate the start of summer with your friends and family.

Enjoy some dino-sized fun, like a paleontological play station brought to us by , an inflatable obstacle course, facepainting, balloon dinosaurs, frozen treats and so much more! 🦖

06/12/2026

We can't wait to celebrate the Collicutt Centre's 25th birthday tomorrow! Be sure to stop by RDPL's Collicutt Branch for library activities!

You're invited to celebrate 25 years of Community in Motion at the Collicutt Centre!

Join us this Saturday, June 13, from 12–5 p.m. for free admission, family fun and community celebration.

A special thank you to Central Sport, Dance Magic, Booster Juice, Exelta Gymnastics and Red Deer Public Library for helping make the day even more memorable with try-it activities, giveaways and plenty of fun throughout the afternoon.

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

06/11/2026

Drop in for a day of family fun and learning at Safety City!
Bring your bikes, skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, or just your feet and explore the CityScape streets and their wonders. PLUS join RDPL staff with their Book Bike from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. for engaging safety stories and adventures!

06/10/2026

We are so proud of our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Grads! Congratulations to Leo, our most recent graduate! Way to go Leo! Sign up your preschooler online or at any branch, encourage reading, and get FREE BOOKS! https://rdpl.org/1000-books/

06/08/2026

Katja, RDPL's Facility Service Dog, and her crew will be there too! Join us! 🐾

REMINDER: WALK & TALK WITH THE MAYOR IS COMING UP!

Join us on June 10 from 3:45–4:45 p.m. for a fun and casual community walk with Mayor Cindy Jefferies, members of City Council!

📍 Starting at City Hall Park & the Downtown Red Deer Public Library

All ages and abilities are welcome! Bring your friends, family, coworkers, or walking group and join us as we get active together.

Drop-ins are welcome, or register here:
https://redcap.link/mayorwalkandpickleball

06/06/2026

Join us in congratulating Liam, our latest 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Grad! Way to go Liam! Sign up your preschooler online or at any branch, encourage reading, and get FREE BOOKS! https://rdpl.org/1000-books/

06/04/2026

Rain or shine (but, um, preferably shine 😝), we'll be at the Central Alberta Children's Festival tomorrow and Saturday from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with puppet shows, stories, and more! Find all of the Festival details at centralalbertachildrensfestival.ca 🌞

06/02/2026

Hey Teens! Are exams stressing you out? We have a cure for that! 🐾

06/02/2026

We love buttons, do you love buttons too?! We're once again part of the Tourism Red Deer Attractions Pass, and since the library is, as you know, already free, our "coupons" will get you free Bookish Buttons at the Downtown, Dawe, and Timberlands Branches!

There are so many other deals to redeem throughout Red Deer and Central Alberta, while also earning points toward fun & unique Red Deer swag and entries into their grand prize draw valued at over $500!

Learn more and sign up at visitreddeer.com/highway-2-more-attractions-pass