Marigold Conference registration is still live until May 3, 2024! Make sure you save your spot for this year! marigoldconference.ca/ATTEND/Register

Embrace the power of words this April because it's Poetry Month! Whether you're a seasoned poet or just starting to explore the magic of poetry, this month is for you! Share your favorite poems, discover new voices, and let the rhythm of language inspire you.

We added 6 new collections to our Kanopy subscription as of Apr 15. We now have all the Kanopy collections in Canada. If you don't know, Kanopy is a streaming platform you can access FREE through your library account with on demand viewing & no waitlists.
kanopy.com/en/marigold

Have you heard of the Alberta Digital Literacy Program?
Learn the skills you need to thrive in a digital-first world! Start with the basic program or jump into the intermediate program if you just need an upgrade! Get started today: digitalliteracy.alberta.ca

Drop Everything And Read! Also known as DEAR day reminds us all to make reading a priority and we celebrate it on author Beverly Cleary’s birthday! What’s your fav Beverly Cleary book? Beezus and Ramona? Dear Mr. Henshaw? There’s lots to choose from! beverlycleary.com

If you didn’t hear - OverDrive/Libby are discontinuing support for Android operating systems (OS) 7.1.0 and earlier starting April 15 (Monday). As of April 15 OS 7.1.1 will be the earliest version supported. Please ensure you are using an updated version!

Tomorrow, April 10 is the early bird deadline for the Marigold Library System Conference in May! This is the last day to get early bird pricing on tickets and a hotel room discount! Make sure you book before tomorrow! marigoldconference.ca/ATTEND/Register

Have you visited Libby yet? It is your online source for e-books and audiobooks and all kinds of resources from your local library!
All you need to access it is your library card! libbyapp.com

#DidYouKnow that your library card gives you access to eBooks and eAudiobooks for all ages including popular fiction & nonfiction? You can borrow up to 10 titles at a time. Loan period is 3 weeks with the option to return early. Start listening today at marigold.ab.ca/eResources

Calling all library lovers: Support your public library this #LibraryGivingDay ! This one-day online fundraising event will occur on April 3 and will help strengthen your community and transform lives every day.

librarygivingday.org/support-librar…

Today is International Children’s Book Day! What’s your favourite book from your childhood?

Happy April Fools’ Day! Keep your wits about you today so you don’t get tricked!
The best way to stay safe? Visit your local library and cozy up with a good book!
#AprilFoolsDay

Happy Easter from Marigold! We are closed on March 29 for Good Friday. We hope you have a relaxing and fun-filled weekend.

#NewBooksAlert ! This week, we are serving up twisted thrillers, enchanting fantasy, and intriguing nonfiction. Place your holds on these books and more at tracpac.ab.ca or on the TRACPac app!

Discover Accessible Alberta: eBooks for Everyone, a digital collection of accessible eBooks. Check out this incredible new resource today at AccessibleAlberta.ca! #ABbookpub #AccessibleAlberta #a11y #ABBooks Read Alberta

Don't forget to register for the Marigold Conference 2024, happening May 15! We're thrilled to have hot breakfast back, thanks to our sponsor, Lyngsoe Systems. Register now at MarigoldConference.ca! #MLSC2024

Hooray for Spring! Check out these picture books about spring to get you in that warm-weather spirit. Place a hold on these books and more at tracpac.ab.ca or on the TRACPac app. #HappySpring

#NewBooks are here! This week we have the new James Patterson novel, mysteries, cookbooks, and even a book all about octopi! Find these books by searching tracpac.ab.ca, using the TRACpac app, or checking at your local library.

Registration for the Marigold System Conference is open! One of our afternoon sessions is Mastering the Library Realm: Top Hacks for Effective Library Management from Haley Amendt and Lesley Moody. Register now at buff.ly/39udyhV #MLSC2024

Registration for the Marigold System Conference is open! One of our morning sessions is Between the Lines: The Public Libraries' Role in Championing Intellectual Freedom and Resisting Censorship from Kelly Lauzon and Dina Stevens. Register now at marigoldconference.ca #MLSC2024