Storytime

For the love of books… Calgary is home to lots of cheap or free storytime events for young children each week.

Bringing the Disney Magic Home During a Crisis

Calgary Events COVID-19, Food & Drink, News & Reviews, Storytime

Life is stressful and incredibly uncertain right now. Yes, I realize that’s an understatement. I don’t know about you, but it seems like the perfect time for a dose of Disney Magic! While the Disney Parks around the world are closed, the Disney Parks ...Read More

JACK 96.9 Bedtime Stories With Matt and Sarah & Isolation Fun!

Calgary Events Arts and Crafts, COVID-19, Storytime

On weeknights at 8 pm, you can join Matt and Sarah on JACK 96.9 for some Self Isolation Storytime! No guarantees on what nice, soothing bedtime story they will be reading, but it should be a page-turner. They assure us: “This will be a ...Read More

Enjoy a Mini Storytime, Virtual Programs & Lots More With the Calgary Public Library at Home

Calgary Events COVID-19, News & Reviews, Storytime

Need a little break? The Calgary Public Library is posting mini storytime videos where someone will read your kids a couple of stories and do a rhyme. Head to the Facebook link. You can also check out YouTube for Babies at Home with ...Read More

Bring the Calgary Zoo Home With Great Online Options & Plan For the Reopening!

Calgary Events COVID-19, News & Reviews, Storytime

The Calgary Zoo is scheduled to reopen to the public on May 23, 2020, with a new one-way outdoor only limited capacity exceptional experience: Zooventure! Timed tickets will be required for entry, and you’ll be able to get yours online starting on May 21, ...Read More

Fred Penner Virtual Concert and Bedtime Stories

Calgary Events Concerts & Shows, COVID-19, Storytime

Fred Penner is stepping in to bring warmth and cheer to Canadian families. Tune in and enjoy his warmth, friendliness, and gentle good cheer. On May 8, 2020, at 5 pm MDT, Fred Penner will be performing online for Blue Mountain Village’s Live and ...Read More

This is Our Family, Reporting From the Global News Family Zone!

Calgary Events Arts and Crafts, COVID-19, News & Reviews, Storytime

Global News has created a Family Zone for your family’s go-to list of resources for fun activities and entertainment during the COVID-19 situation! Kids can Colour a HERO or take a Home School Selfie and submit the photos to be shared during newscasts. Or ...Read More

Dolly Parton is Wishing You All a Good Night

Calgary Events COVID-19, Storytime

There are all kinds of storytime opportunities out there and now you can listen to Dolly Parton wish you good night! Imagination Library Stories has launched a new video series called “GoodNight With Dolly,” featuring new weekly bedtime story readings for a total of ...Read More

FREE Story Streaming with Audible

Calgary Events COVID-19, News & Reviews, Storytime

For as long as schools are closed, Audible is open. If your kids need a break from screens and you need a refreshing entertainment option, you can instantly stream an incredible collection of stories from Audible, for FREE. Help kids continue dreaming, learning, and ...Read More

Canadian Writers and Illustrators are Sharing Their Works Online

Calgary Events COVID-19, Storytime

There’s a new storytime option in town! If you head over to this link you’ll find Canadian writers and illustrators displaying their work through reading and drawing with the CBC. You’ll find lots of variety on the list and it’s updated regularly. Canadian Writers and ...Read More

Join Josh Gad as He Reads Stories on Twitter

Calgary Events COVID-19, Storytime

Josh Gad, or Olaf, as your kids might know him, is reading you all stories on Twitter while we’re stuck at home! Check out his Twitter link at 5 pm MDT. “Since we’re all stuck at home right now, I figured we would have ...Read More