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Statement from the Coalition of Alberta Public Libraries
Alberta public libraries are deeply disappointed with the passing of Bill 28 and its unnecessary changes to the Libraries Act.
What's at Stake: Message from RDPL's Board Chair on Bill 28
Bill 28 introduces new barriers to access, moves decisions from local boards and library professionals, and raises major privacy concerns.
Get a Library Card
Get access to everything that the library has to offer! Free for all Red Deer residents.
Programs & Events for Adults
Затишні Вечори: Cozy Evenings for Ukrainian Seniors, part of a series
May 21st | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
A welcoming space for Ukrainian seniors to gather, connect, and enjoy warm conversations over tea.
Pedals & Pages, part of a series
Presented by Red Deer Safety City Society & RDPL. Drop in for a day of family fun and learning at Safety City!
Adult Storytime at Red Hart Brewing, part of a series
Listen to stories like "Don't Make Me Turn This Car Around" & "What Did You Just Stick Up Your Nose?" that celebrate the parent/child bond.
Read or Reread Book Club: Banned Books Edition, part of a series
May 27th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Some books are challenged for asking hard questions. We welcome them. Join us to explore banned books and why stories matter.
Затишні Вечори: Cozy Evenings for Ukrainian Seniors, part of a series
May 21st | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
A welcoming space for Ukrainian seniors to gather, connect, and enjoy warm conversations over tea.
Pedals & Pages, part of a series
Presented by Red Deer Safety City Society & RDPL. Drop in for a day of family fun and learning at Safety City!
Adult Storytime at Red Hart Brewing, part of a series
Listen to stories like "Don't Make Me Turn This Car Around" & "What Did You Just Stick Up Your Nose?" that celebrate the parent/child bond.
Read or Reread Book Club: Banned Books Edition, part of a series
May 27th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Some books are challenged for asking hard questions. We welcome them. Join us to explore banned books and why stories matter.
Available Now: No Need to Wait!
Staff Picks
Health Awareness in May
Health awareness days, weeks, and months raise awareness of medical conditions or public health issues.
Any Book Book Club - May 2026
Here are some of the title's discussed at May's meeting of Any Book Book Club.
Asian Heritage Month
May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada. The following books are from some of our wonderful Canadian authors of Asian heritage. Enjoy!
Handpicked by Sage
Our RDPL staff members love to read! Check out Sage's favourite books.
Digital Resources
Libby
Libby lets you borrow thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines on your phone or tablet for free!
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 Collection
The Read Alberta Collection is an online collection of over 2000 eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines by Alberta authors and publishers.
Libby
Libby lets you borrow thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines on your phone or tablet for free!
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 Collection
The Read Alberta Collection is an online collection of over 2000 eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines by Alberta authors and publishers.
PressReader
Your library card just got better! Access 7000+newspapers and magazines anywhere, anytime with PressReader.
Canadian Newsstream
This database offers unparalleled access to the full text of over 400 Canadian news sources from Canada's leading publishers.
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!
PressReader
Your library card just got better! Access 7000+newspapers and magazines anywhere, anytime with PressReader.
Canadian Newsstream
This database offers unparalleled access to the full text of over 400 Canadian news sources from Canada's leading publishers.
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!
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: RDPL's Official Podcast
Join RDPL staff as they welcome guests and discuss books, movies, libraries, Red Deer happenings, programs, initiatives, and pop culture.
CBC Corner
This digital portal allows you to discover trusted news, entertaining TV and radio shows, educational kids content, and much more!
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: RDPL's Official Podcast
Join RDPL staff as they welcome guests and discuss books, movies, libraries, Red Deer happenings, programs, initiatives, and pop culture.
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 (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
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.
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
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.
What's at Stake: Message from RDPL's Board Chair on Bill 28
Bill 28 introduces new barriers to access, moves decisions from local boards and library professionals, and raises major privacy concerns.
Bill 28 and the Future of the Collicutt Branch
Bill 28 has passed, putting the future of our self-serve Collicutt Branch in jeopardy. Learn more and take action in support of libraries.
Reader Rendezvous - May 2026 Buddy Read
Join us on the Reader Rendezvous Discord to buddy read May's book club selection.
Monthly Highlights: March 2026
Origami, Tolkien, Red Hot Science, The Paper Bag Princess, and so much more – March was packed with creativity & fun at the library!
What's at Stake: Message from RDPL's Board Chair on Bill 28
Bill 28 introduces new barriers to access, moves decisions from local boards and library professionals, and raises major privacy concerns.
Bill 28 and the Future of the Collicutt Branch
Bill 28 has passed, putting the future of our self-serve Collicutt Branch in jeopardy. Learn more and take action in support of libraries.
Reader Rendezvous - May 2026 Buddy Read
Join us on the Reader Rendezvous Discord to buddy read May's book club selection.
Monthly Highlights: March 2026
Origami, Tolkien, Red Hot Science, The Paper Bag Princess, and so much more – March was packed with creativity & fun at the library!
There’s more here than you think. What will you discover next?
Palaeontology in the Library!
RDPL is hosting a pop-up fossil exhibit from the Royal Tyrrell Museum for an entire year, and we have SO MANY fun things planned! 🦕
Beyond Books
Borrow games, puzzles, toys, instruments, specialty kits, literacy backpacks, and more for FREE with your library card!
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.
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.
Palaeontology in the Library!
RDPL is hosting a pop-up fossil exhibit from the Royal Tyrrell Museum for an entire year, and we have SO MANY fun things planned! 🦕
Beyond Books
Borrow games, puzzles, toys, instruments, specialty kits, literacy backpacks, and more for FREE with your library card!
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.
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.