Student librarian Alyssa Roussy will share her experience retro-fitting a cargo van into a camper on July 29. Erik1977/Dreamstime.com

By Chris Brown/MHPS

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Top five things to do at the Medicine Hat Public Library in July

Jul 2, 2025 | 11:08 AM

The library is a wonderful place to find new books, but there’s more going on than just flipping through pages.

Here are the top five things to do at the Medicine Hat Public Library in July 2025.

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Teen Gaming Club

July 3, 10, 17, 31, 5:30 p.m.

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Join us in the Honeycomb House for an evening dedicated to gaming.

Try out our various gaming consoles and computers including our newest addition… the Nintendo Switch 2!

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Big Truck Day

July 5, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 

Start your engines and head to the Big Marble Go Centre for a day full of big wheels, big machines and big fun!

Kids and kids-at-heart of all ages can explore big trucks, construction vehicles and other awesome equipment.

Get up close, press some buttons and meet the people who make these powerful machines go!

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Tween Summer Slime

July 9, 2 p.m.

Come down to the library for a slime-making extravaganza where you’ll mix, squish and create your very own custom slime. Choose your colours, add glitter, and make it as stretchy, fluffy or sparkly as you like! Register at mhpl.info/register.

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Romantasy Afternoon Tea

July 19, 2 p.m.

You are cordially invited to an enchanting afternoon of tea, treats and tales at our Romantasy Afternoon Tea.

Discover new books, win prizes and join us for romantasy-inspired activities while mingling with fellow readers.

Whether you’re a fan of star-crossed lovers, enemies-to-lovers or slow-burn passion, this afternoon tea is the perfect escape.

Register at mhpl.info/register.

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Van Life: How to Build a Camper Van

July 29, 6:30 p.m.

Ever dreamed of converting a van but had no idea where to start?

Student librarian Alyssa Roussy will share her experience retro-fitting a cargo van into a camper.

She’ll share how she went from zero building experience to building the camper, including all of the trial, error and tribulations she faced along the way.

Please note that this talk covers practical lessons based on personal experience and is not meant to offer advice or instruction.

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Find out more about what’s going on at the Medicine Hat Public Library online.