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 February 2025.
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Starts March 1, ages 10-12
Celebrate the women who inspire you! Draw a picture of a woman who inspires you (or something related to them) and write a few sentences explaining why they inspire you. Submit your entry for a chance to win the book “What Would She Do? 25 True Stories of Trailblazing Rebel Women!” Pick up an entry sheet at the Children’s Desk starting March 1 and return it by March 10.
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March 8, 2 p.m.
In recognition of International Women’s Day, Dr. Jana Smith Elford, a professor in the Humanities & Social Sciences department at the Medicine Hat College, will be here to discuss “A Brief History of Feminist Books.”
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March 14, Medieval Night March 28, 6:45 p.m., ages 13-19
Enjoy a free night at the movies.
When you arrive, cast your vote for either “Wicked,” “Venom: The Last Dance” or Godzilla Minus One.”
Two weeks later, special guests from the Sandeshend Shire of Society of Creative Anachronisms (SCA) will give us demonstrations of medieval skills, arts, combat and culture and there will be (cardboard) castle-making, (cardboard) swordfighting and renaissance faire activities.
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March 22, 2 p.m. (ages 4-6)
Help us celebrate the birthday of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle!
We’ll read the story and then enjoy some fun activities based on the book. Children must be accompanied by a parent or other adult caregiver. Register at mhpl.info/register.
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March 25, 6 p.m., ages 19+
Play builds connection, resiliency and creativity – so why stop playing as an adult?
Let’s get back to it! Come rebel against the pressures of adulting and join us for a fun-filled evening of building with Lego and creating whatever your imagination desires!
For ages 19+. Register at mhpl.info/register.
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Find out more about what’s going on at the Medicine Hat Public Library online.
