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🎃 Spooky Tween Crochet — Mon, Oct 20, 6 – 7 p.m., Okotoks Public Library
Tweens ages 10 – 13 can stitch up a spooky new friend just in time for Halloween! 🧶 Perfect for those who already know the basics of crochet. Free, registration required.

🤖 Ozbots — Mon, Oct 20 (3:45 – 4:45 p.m.) & Thu, Oct 23 (4 – 5 p.m.), Okotoks Public Library
Kids ages 6–12 can dive into the world of coding with these cute, color-programmed robots! 🎨 A hands-on hour of interactive play that teaches logic and creativity — no experience needed. Free, registration required.

Espresso Yourself (10:15–11:45 a.m., Okotoks Public Library) – For adults: coffee, conversation and guided discussions on mental health topics.

Art Journaling (7–8 p.m., Okotoks Public Library) – An adult drop-in session to create pages in an art journal, materials provided.

👻 Spooky Paint Night — Tue, Oct 21 | 6 – 7 p.m., Okotoks Public Library
Tweens ages 10–13 can get into the Halloween spirit with the viral ghost-painting trend! 🖌️ From playful to spine-tingling, create your own haunting masterpiece to take home. Free, registration required (currently full with a waitlist).

🧪 STREAM – SLIME! — Tue, Oct 21 | 2:30 – 3:15 p.m. & 4 – 4:45 p.m., High River Library (West Room)
Science gets sticky in this messy, hands-on session for ages 6–12! 🧫 Kids will explore science and art while creating two different slime recipes — all the fun, none of the cleanup at home. Free, registration required (earlier session full; limited wait-list spots).

🧘 Meditation Circle (Fall ’25) — Tue, Oct 21 | 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Sheep River Library (Room 1)
Start your morning with calm and connection. 🌿 Join facilitator Brandon Bertram and a welcoming group focused on mindfulness, wellbeing, and present-moment awareness. Open to all experience levels. Free, weekly drop-in through Dec 30.

Acoustic Nights Open Mic (7–9 p.m., Old Church Theatre) – Bring your instrument or come listen – open to all ages and levels.

🧱 Lego Club — Wed, Oct 22 | 3:30 – 4:45 p.m., Okotoks Public Library
Build, create, and imagine! Kids ages 6 – 12 can drop in for an afternoon of Lego fun and friendship — no registration needed. 🧩 Parents/guardians must handle drop-off & pick-up; those with kids under 8 should stay in the library.

💼 Resume & Cover Letter Workshop Series — Wed, Oct 22 | 1:30 – 4 p.m., Okotoks Public Library
Boost your job search skills with MCG Careers in this free hands-on series for adults (18+). This week’s session focuses on writing an effective cover letter — learn what makes one stand out and how to pair it with your resume for success. Registration required.
📞 Call 403-995-4377 or email [email protected] to register.

🧙‍♀️ Craft & Create for Adults: Book Page Witch — Wed, Oct 22 | 6:30 – 8 p.m., High River Library
Get crafty and a little spooky just in time for Halloween! 🎃 Turn an old pocket book into a whimsical Book Page Witch in this guided workshop for adults. All materials are provided — just bring your creativity. Free, registration required (currently full with waitlist spots available).

📚 Thursday Drop-In Storytime — Thu, Oct 23 | 9:45 – 10:15 a.m., Okotoks Public Library
A cheerful half hour of stories, rhymes, and songs for kids of all ages with their caregivers. 🎶 A great way for families and childcare providers to start the morning together.

📖 Reading Buddies — Thu, Oct 23 | 2:00–4:00 p.m. (four 30-min slots), High River Library
Keep literacy skills sharp during the school labour action with a 1-on-1 (or 1-on-2) session led by a volunteer reading buddy. Kids bring a favourite book from home or choose a “good-fit” title at the branch. Free; limited spaces — please book only one session per week. Ages: children.
👉 Register via the library’s events calendar (choose your preferred 30-minute timeslot at 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, or 3:30).

💼 Small Business Week – 1 Day Conference
Thu, Oct 23 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Best Western Okotoks (100 Southbank Rd)
The Economic Revolution is here — get your business ready. Join fellow entrepreneurs for a full day of expert speakers, panels, and networking designed to help local businesses thrive in a rapidly changing economy. Topics include The Innovation Revolution, Cybersecurity for Small Business, and The Growth Revolution. ☕ Light breakfast, lunch, and a bonus evening speed-networking session at Big Beaver Brewing included.

🔥 Intro to Glowforge — Thu, Oct 23 | 4 – 5:30 p.m., High River Library Makerspace
Discover the creative potential of the library’s Glowforge laser cutter and engraver in this hands-on intro session. ✨ Learn the basics of laser cutting, how to design or import projects, and craft your own small item to take home. Free, ages 14+, registration required (class full, waitlist open).

🍵 Pink Tea Party — Fri, Oct 24 | 1:30 – 3 p.m., Okotoks Public Library
Celebrate Persons Day and the inspiring women who helped shape Canadian history! 💕 Families are invited to wear their favourite pink outfits and join for tea, snacks, crafts, and stories honouring the famous “pink tea parties” of the suffragette movement. Free, registration required (currently full with waitlist spots available).

🤼 CanAm Wrestling: Final Destination — Fri, Oct 24 | Doors 6 p.m., Bell 7 p.m., Okotoks Elks Hall
Get ready for a night of high-energy action as CanAm Wrestling returns to Okotoks for its Final Destination showdown! 💥 Featuring top Canadian wrestling talent, surprise matches, and fan-favourite rivalries in an electrifying local venue. Fun for all ages — concessions and merch on site.