The library has several things to do that go beyond reading books.
Here are the top five things to do at the Medicine Hat Public Library in May 2026.
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MHPL Comic Con No. 3, May 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., All Ages
Get ready for an epic celebration of all things fandom at our Library Comic Con! Whether you’re a die-hard comic book fan, a passionate cosplayer, or just love a good adventure, there will be something for everyone at this FREE, all-ages event, including Free Comic Book Day comics available first-come, first-served, and an all-new Artist Alley vendor market!
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Plant Exchange, May 3, 2 p.m., All Ages
Plant enthusiasts, get ready to talk about all things plants! Bring your unwanted plants or cuttings to the library in exchange for another plant or cutting. We’ll be welcoming the Medicine Hat and District Horticultural Society to help patrons transplant their plants and give advice on plant care.
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InbeTween Book Club, May 7, 14, 21, 6 p.m., Ages 10-12
The Last Beekeeper’ by Pablo Cartaya is a dystopian adventure with strong environmental themes. Yolanda works on her family’s farm with her older sister, but when she discovers bees might not actually be extinct, she risks everything to save the last known beehive. This book is perfect for tweens who enjoy emotional survival stories with climate-fiction elements and themes of courage and resilience. Register at mhpl.info/register
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Rhyme & Reason Writers’ Club: Live at the Library, May 9, 2-4 p.m., All Ages
Ever wonder if you could pen a poem, story, or memoir? Come and be entertained by readings from authors in the Rhyme & Reason Writers’ Club, ask them something during a Q&A, and see if Rhyme & Reason is the writing club for you!
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Kitty Cat Storycraft, May 30, 10:30 a.m., Ages 4-6
Did you know May 30 is International Hug Your Cat Day? Celebrate with stories, songs, and a cat-tastic craft, and learn about adoptable feline friends at the local SPCA! Bring your favourite kitty (or other animal) stuffie to join the fun. Register at mhpl.info/register
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