2026 is going to be a big, energizing year for Airdrie Public Library as it settles into a new chapter in the bright, beautiful Inspire building, with more room to breathe, play, and learn together. The new space means more programs, more spots to hang out, and more chances for people of all ages to explore ideas, creativity, and technology side by side.
The library’s vision is to be Your Start on your journey of discovery, and its mission, Your Opportunity, to provide opportunities to access information, culture, recreation and community.
APL is all about helping people grow as readers and learners at every stage of life. Kids and families can dive into storytimes, summer reading, and fun literacy programs that build strong habits and a lifelong love of books. Teens and adults can tap into a huge mix of reading materials, digital collections, and learning tools to boost their skills, finish schoolwork, look for work, satisfy a curiosity or just relax with a good read.
Equally important is the library’s role in providing equitable access to technology and information. Public computers, Wi Fi, and digital resources ensure that residents who may not have reliable internet, devices, or subscriptions at home can still participate in today’s digital society. This access is essential for job searching, online learning, government services, and staying informed, especially for lower-income households, newcomers, and seniors. Friendly staff are there to walk people through it, turning tasks that feel overwhelming into something manageable and empowering.
Airdrie Public Library is also a place where community connection and belonging are built every day. Its programs bring together children, teens, adults, and seniors for book clubs, arts and cultural events, educational workshops, and special activities that reduce isolation and encourage civic engagement. The library provides welcoming, inclusive spaces where people can meet, collaborate, study, or simply be around others in a safe, non-commercial environment. This sense of shared space and common purpose helps weave a stronger social fabric in a city that is growing and changing quickly.
Most of all, Airdrie Public Library is a place to feel connected. Programs bring kids, teens, adults, and seniors together for book clubs, arts events, workshops, and special activities to get people involved in their community. It offers a warm, welcoming space where anyone can meet, study, collaborate, or just be around others without needing to spend money, helping the city feel a little closer and kinder as it grows.
The Airdrie Public Library truly belongs to the community, and with the help of Frog Media, the goal is to make sure everyone knows what’s happening and when, so no one misses out on the great things taking place in their library.