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Noirvember: A collection of films you won't be able to take your eyes off

Kanopy Noirvember Films

Join us for Noirvember, a month-long celebration of film noir, with Kanopy’s collection of Hollywood classics and modern-day noir films.

If your librarian was a book...

Check out these books featuring various staff member's names!

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Programs & Events for Adults

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Catch up on all things RDPL with our official podcast!

Catch up on all things RDPL with our official podcast!

Browse the Collection

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Staff Picks

Gutsy Gals

Explore the secret lives of women who stood up for what they believed in during a time of conflict.

If your librarian was a book...

Check out these books featuring various staff member's names!

Lest We Forget

Movies to honor those who have fallen.

Any Book Book Club - October 2026

Here are some of the titles discussed at this month's meeting. Join us the second Thursday of every month at Timberlands at 7 pm.

May We Suggest...May We Suggest...

Not sure what to read next? RDPL staff will create a personalized reading list just for you, based on your reading interests!

Not sure what to read next? RDPL staff will create a personalized reading list just for you!

Libby

Libby lets you borrow thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines on your phone or tablet for free!
Browse. Download. Read. The Palace Project.

The Palace Project

Check out this exciting new e-reading app built specifically for libraries! RDPL is one of the first libraries in Canada to pilot the app.

Prairie Indigenous eBook Collection

Stories by Indigenous authors, and writings about Indigenous culture, from publishers in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.
Read Alberta eBooks and eMagazines

Read Alberta Collection

The Read Alberta Collection is an online collection of over 2000 eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines by Alberta authors and publishers.

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Visit the Libby help site to find answers to your questions. Visit Libby Help >
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Visit the Libby help site to find answers to your questions. Visit Libby Help >

Can't find the answer to your question? We're here to help! Contact the library >

Your library card just got better. Access 7000+newspapers and magazines, anywhere, anytime.

PressReader

Your library card just got better! Access 7000+newspapers and magazines anywhere, anytime with PressReader.
ProQuest Canadian Newsstream Collection

Canadian Newsstream

This database offers unparalleled access to the full text of over 400 Canadian news sources from Canada's leading publishers.
Read Alberta eBooks, showcasing magazines made in Alberta

Made in Alberta Digital Magazines

The Read Alberta Collection through Cantook Station includes over 50 made-in-Alberta eMagazines!

Digital Magazines from PressReader

From fashion and lifestyle to business and technology, find your favorite magazines and read them on demand on PressReader!
Explore a world of cinema with Kanopy. New titles added! Stream movies for FREE with your library card on Kanopy!

Kanopy

See what's new on Kanopy! Stream a selection of films, documentaries, and TV series for free with your library card!

Freegal Music

*NEW!* Create your own playlists, stream songs and albums, and download songs to keep. All free with your library card!
Part of the Story: Red Deer Public Library's Official Podcast

Part of the Story: RDPL's Official Podcast

Join RDPL staff as they welcome guests and discuss books, movies, libraries, Red Deer happenings, programs, initiatives, and pop culture.
Computer screen with CBC corner on the screen. Text reads CBC Corner: Discover the best Canadian shows, stories, and more.

CBC Corner

This digital portal allows you to discover trusted news, entertaining TV and radio shows, educational kids content, and much more!
Edmonton Journal Archive

Edmonton Journal Archive (1903-2010)

Easily-searchable, first-hand accounts and unparalleled coverage of the politics, society, and events of the time from the Edmonton Journal.
Transparent Language Online

Transparent Language

Tranparent Language provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for online language learners of all levels!

Pronunciator

Pronunciator is a fun and free way to learn any of 315 languages with self-directed lessons, live teachers, movies, music, and more.

Ancestry: Library Edition

Unlock the story of YOU with censuses, vital records, immigration records, family histories, court & legal documents, photos, maps, & more.

The Inside Scoop: Explore the RDPL Blog!

Monthly Highlights: September 2026

From special storytimes and off-site events to author visits and more, take a look at some of the highlights from a busy month at RDPL.

Canadian Library Workers' Day

RDPL Board Chair Laura Thevenaz shares a message for library staff on Canadian Library Workers' Day, October 16, 2026.

Monthly Highlights: Summer 2026

We had a blast at the library this summer with our Summer Reading Club for all ages, other fun programs, new adventures, and so much more!

Hidden Gems at Your Library

There’s more here than you think. What will you discover next?

Royal Tyrrell Museum Pop-Ups. Now at RDPL! Learn More.

Palaeontology in the Library!

RDPL is hosting a pop-up fossil exhibit from the Royal Tyrrell Museum until September 2026, and we have SO MANY fun things planned! 🦕
Beyond Books

Beyond Books

Borrow games, puzzles, toys, instruments, specialty kits, literacy backpacks, and more for FREE with your library card!
Kiwanis Gallery Red Deer Arts Council

Kiwanis Gallery

Find out which exhibits are on display or coming soon to the Kiwanis Gallery, which is located on the lower level of the Downtown Branch.
Red Deer Public Library Home Service

Home Service Program

Extends library services to members who have barriers accessing the library and have no one to access the library on their behalf.