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Devon Public Library Events September 2025 |
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Devon Public Library Sidewalk Sale Fundraiser Friday, September 5 & Saturday, September 6 Time: 10am-5pm Join us Friday, September 5 & Saturday, September 6, 10am-5pm for our Sidewalk Sale Fundraiser! Fall cleaning? Need to get rid of a few items? Donate your clean, like new or gently used items to the Devon Public Library! Drop off location opens August 29-September 4 @#30 Jasper Court West (garage). Please no clothing or large furniture items. |
All is Bright: Stories from the Devon Community The Devon Public Library invites community members of all ages and abilities to submit written stories or visual art to be paired together and transformed into a larger-than-life storybook-style exhibit. This unique, community project will be unveiled at the 2025 Christmas in the Park event and displayed at the library for the following month. Submissions Open: September 16, 2025 Submission Deadline: November 3, 2025 Submissions may include: - Written Stories – Poems, short stories, or essays that are one typed page, 12-point font.
- Visual Art – Paintings, drawings, digital illustrations, or photographs that are fit an 18” x 12” format for printing.
Submission Guidelines: - Interested applicants must register by following https://forms.office.com/r/ybvfZ2j6ybor or speaking with the Program Coordinator directly.
- At the time of registrations applicants must indicate which format (either Written Stories or Visual Art) that they will be submitting, as well as fill out a prepared artist bio.
- Registration opens September 16th and will remain open until October 16th. All submissions are due to the library, in either digital or physical format by November 3rd, 2025.
- Entries must be original, appropriate for all ages, and should be winter or Christmas themed.
- Each participant may submit one story and/or one piece of artwork only.
- Participants wishing to submit anonymously, or to submit artwork outside of the above categories must make an appointment to speak with the program coordinator prior to registering.
Let’s come together to share our stories, celebrate the season, and showcase the creative spirit of our community!  |
Birding Contest To celebrate our new Birding Backpacks, we’re challenging you to spot as many birds as you can from the Devon & Area Birding Checklist! Adult packs include quality binoculars and local bird guides. One kids pack is available. Return your checklist to the library by noon on October 15, 2025 and you'll be entered into a prize draw! - Grand Prize (to be won by the person who spots the most birds): a Guided Nature Walk with local biologist Dr Michael Sullivan, Canadian Biologist specializing in fisheries, wildlife and land management.
- Random draw: prize to be announced.
October 11 is World Migratory Bird Day! |
Therapy Dog Thursdays Every 1st Thursday, 3:30-4:30pm September 4 Drop in to visit a registered Pet Therapy Team! Ages: ALL (11 & under must be accompanied by an adult) Location: Library Main Area Cost: FREE Drop-in |
Devon Chess Club Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00PM Join the Devon Chess Club to learn the game or practice your skills. Improve Your Game Presentations with Brian during Chess Club at 6:15pm. If you have an idea for a Chess Club Presentation topic, please let Brian know! All skill levels welcome. Bring the whole family! Ages: ALL (11 & under must be accompanied by an adult) Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE Drop-in |
Family Story Time Special Guest Tuesday, September 23: 11am-noon Drop in to visit special guest, Pet Therapy Dog Jackson and his human Susan for Family Story Time on Tuesday, September 23.. |
Afterschool Adventures Sept. 16: Registration night: no program Sept. 23: Library Wide Scavenger Hunt 4-5pm Join us for an action-packed hour of games, crafts and activities! Ages: School-aged children, ages 5-11. Location: Library Program Room Cost: Free Register once, drop in all year. |
A  Family Story Time Tuesdays, Sept. 9 & 23 11am-noon Wednesdays, Sept. 10, 17 & 24 9-10am Join us for 30 minutes of books, songs and games followed by 30 minutes of open exploration and play. Ages: Families with children ages 2-5. Siblings and other family members are welcome! Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE. Drop-in |
Teen Volunteer Club Meetings every other Monday & Thursday, 4-5:30pm September 15, 18 & 29 Hang out, help out and get to know the library behind the scenes. Take advantage of training, hour tracking, and other job readiness options. Leave with a cover letter and reference for university, or work. Ages 12-18 |
No Fear DIY Monday, Sept. 22: DIY Bookmarks: FREE Thursday, Sept 25: DIY Sock Pumpkins: FREE Try out our fun, beginner-friendly projects! No experience needed and not instructor in sight. We provide the materials, you bring the creativity. Please register for each session you'd like to attend, by clicking on the date(s) you'd like to attend on the Event Calendar here. |
Coffee & a Card with Wendy Thursdays, between 9 & 11am Drop in for Coffee & a Card with Wendy! Ages: 13+ Drop-in fee of $3/card includes cost of material. Coffee available for purchase at the library for $1 |
Writers Corner Monday, September 8, 4-5pm Are you a local writer looking to connect with like-minded, supportive, and creative people like you? Join Devon Public Library's monthly Writers Group to share tips, inspiration, and support with writers of all skill levels and genre/style interests. This group offers feedback, workshops, and resources to help you meet your writing goals! Ages: 15+ Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE |
Book Club Thursday, September 25, 7-8pm The Devon Public Library Book Club meets at the library on the fourth Thursday of the month from September until May. No December meeting. Everyone Welcome. September Book: The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, by Rachel Joyce Ages: Adult Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE. Drop-ins welcome, space permitting. |
Women's Wisdom Circle
Thursdays, September 4 & 18, 1-3pm Drop in and join holistic practitioner Dianne Tharp at the library for Women's Wisdom Circle - a safe and welcoming place for senior women to gather and explore, learn, feel and witness what it takes to be an elder woman. At these gatherings you will have an opportunity to: - share your unique stories, challenges, and success of aging.
- feel heard, seen and valued.
- connect, chat, laugh and learn.
Whether you are looking to make new friends, explore new ideas, or simply connect with other senior women, our Women’s Wisdom Circle is the perfect place to be. Come and join us for a cuppa and a chat. Ages: Senior Women Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE Drop-in |
Only Sitting Chair Yoga Wednesdays, 10:30-10:50AM This 20 minute sitting-only program will aid you in maintaining upper body strength and mobility. This is a less advanced level than our regular chair exercise program. Ages: Adult Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE Drop-in. |
Accessible Chair Exercises Mondays & Wednesdays, 11:00AM-11:45PM Drop-in for low-impact exercises performed while sitting in a chair. All abilities welcome. Ages: Adult Location: Library Program Room Cost: FREE Drop-in. |
The library will be closed Saturday, August 30 & Monday, September 1. The library will also be closed Tuesday, September 30. |
Social Knitwork Mondays, except when closed for holidays: 6:00-7:30PM Do you like to knit/crochet or wish to learn? Join us for some social hobby time! Come with your project, be introduced to new ones, or simply just start knitting. Share ideas, inspirations, and tips. Experienced volunteers will be available to help beginners learn. - Location: Devon Public Library
- Age: Adults, 8+ years (children must be accompanied by a guardian)
- Cost: Free, limited starter packs available
- Drop in
- For more information contact 780-987-8308 or CSOC@devon.ca
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Spanish for Travelers Tuesdays, September 9-November 25, 6-8pm (10 classes) No class September 30 and November 11 Join retired Spanish teacher from the U of A, Peter Kiriaka to learn or improve your Spanish. If you’re travelling to a Spanish speaking country, this course will teach you the most basic important vocabulary to communicate politely and effectively. Learn how to ask for directions, order meals, count change and barter. You’ll build your Spanish vocabulary and pronunciation skills and receive invaluable cultural tips to make your vacation even more memorable. Beginner level. Cost: $200 new students, $150 returning Spanish students, $150 each for 2 people from the same household. Please register here by August 29. |
Calm Your Mind, Restore Your Energy: An Introduction to Ayurveda Monday, September 29, 6:30-8pm Feeling overwhelmed and worn out? Join Jo Matthews, Ayurvedic Health Counsellor, for a one-hour gentle introduction to Ayurveda, India’s ancient holistic system of health. Discover simple, time-tested practices to calm your nervous system, improve your energy, and bring balance to your busy life. Cost: &10 |
Computer Classes: Tech Talk: Thursdays, October 16, 23, 30: 10am-noon Cost: $40 Use of technology is one of the 9 essential skills needed for success in work, family and community. Tech Talk offers basic instruction in the use of any computerized devices. Easy tips and tricks on how to make your learning experience fun and less threatening. The basics learned in this three-week session will enhance your ability to learn more specific computer skills such as those presented in the Computer Essentials course. Topics include: navigation, the language of computers, settings and controls, safety and security. Clean Up Your Cloud-and Your Confusion: Thursdays, November 6,13: 10am-noon Cost: $30 Every wondered what the cloud actually is, where it lives, or how to use it? With so many clouds out there, how do you know which one is yours - or how to access it? Join us for simple, jargon-free sessions where we will explore what the cloud is, how it works, and how to make it work for you. Get your questions answered and finally feel confident in your cloud. |
Traditional Rug Hooking Exhibit by Faye Swenson September 2-30 Library Program Room Drop in to the library to view the latest art installation, a hooked rug exhibit by Faye Swenson. The collection is available to view when the program room is not being used for other programming. |
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