MOOSE JAW — The Moose Jaw Public Library is excited to usher in the new year with a variety of new programs and events to engage the community and inspire a love of reading in 2025.
Movie club
The library’s movie club meets twice monthly to watch a film and engage in short discussion starting at 6 p.m. in the library’s theatre.
- Singin’ in the Rain: Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen’s Singin’ in the Rain is a timeless, fun musical that humorously explores Hollywood’s shift from silent films to sound. Show date: Monday, Jan. 6.
- 8 ½: Federico Fellini’s film is a semi-autobiographical film about a successful director facing writer’s block while trying to make a sci-fi movie. Reflecting on his relationships with the women in his life, the film explores the themes of success, artistry, and ego and is often regarded as one of the most influential films of the Twentieth Century. Presented in Italian with English subtitles. Show date: Monday, Jan. 20.
The library’s Documentary Night showcases documentary films that rarely hit theatres and takes place on the last Thursday of each month starting at 6 p.m. in the library’s theatre.
- Moonage Daydream: Brett Morgen’s Moonage Daydream offers a unique glimpse into David Bowie’s life by using his own words, personal footage, music, and stunning visuals to explore his mysterious persona in a captivating way that reflects the magic of the “Star Man.” Show date: Thursday, Jan. 30.
A few movie matinees will be shown for audiences of all ages in the library’s theatre starting at 2:30 p.m. Admittance is free and everyone’s welcome.
- The Secret Garden (1993): Saturday, Jan. 11 (rated G).
- The Mummy (1999): Saturday, Jan. 25 (rated PG 13).
Maker nights
Maker nights provide an evening dedicated to learning and creating with others. Register by calling 306-692-8210. The program runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room for ages 13 and up.
- Maker night: Guests will make embroidery projects on Monday, Jan. 13. Advance registration is required.
- Maker Saturdays: Guests made tin foil boats on Jan. 4 and will do scratch coding on Saturday, Jan. 18. Advance registration is required.
Children’s programming
LEGO Weekends: Are open for ages four and up during the library’s regular business hours on Saturdays and Sundays. In this self-guided activity in the Children’s Department, children can have fun building wild LEGO creations that they’re invited to put on display.
Children’s Storytime programs run on separate days in the Children’s Program Room starting at 10:30 a.m. Here, young readers can enjoy a short story, rhymes, and songs as caregivers learn ways to improve early childhood literacy.
- Baby Storytime: Tuesday, Jan. 7, 14, 21, and 28.
- Preschool Storytime: Wednesday, Jan. 8, 15, 22, and 29.
- Daycare Storytime: Thursday, Jan. 9, 16, 23, and 30.
Stand alone events
- Scam awareness: The Moose Jaw Police Service will visit the library for a presentation on scams and how to recognize and avoid falling for them during a drop-in program on Thursday, Jan. 9 in the library’s theatre.
- Winter sensory bottles: Guests will enjoy a cozy winter story and can have fun making their own winter sensory bottle on Saturday, Jan. 11. Intended for ages two and up. Registration is required for each child who plans to attend.
- Family Literacy Day 2025: Jan. 27 is Family Literacy Day and the library will celebrate this year’s theme, “Learn to be Green, Together.” Events will include crafts, prize draws, book giveaways and more in the Reading Room on Saturday, Jan. 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- CSA toolkits and activities: Check out new tools and curriculum-linked learning activities in the digital library this month.
Youth programming
The library’s Teen Anime+ Club meets every fourth Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 to watch anime, read manga, draw, chat, and eat Asian snacks. Anyone ages 12 to 19 is welcome to attend in the library’s theatre and yes — cosplay is welcome.
- Next Anime+ meeting: Featuring “Wistoria: Wand and Sword” on Wednesday, Jan. 22.
The Teen Arts & Crafts program takes place once a month for youth ages 12 to 19 and runs 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room. The program features art, crafts, snacks, and the chance to meet new friends.
- Cross-stitching: Wednesday, Jan. 15.
- Bath Bombs for Teens: Wednesday, Jan. 29.
The Teen Gamers program provides an evening of video, card, and board games for youths ages 12 to 19. The program is held once a month in the Herb Taylor room with snacks provided from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and no registration is required.
- Next Teen Gamers meeting: Wednesday, Jan. 8.
Kanopy
You’re invited to explore documentaries, watch instructional videos, and get inspired for the new year with Kanopy. The app is available with your library card.
Hoopla
Revive “the golden age of anime” with the RetroCrush BingePass on Hoopla this month.
Regular events
The Moose Jaw Chess Club provides bi-weekly chess games every second Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. in the South Meeting Room.
- Upcoming chess games: Sunday, Jan. 5 and 19.
Magic the Gathering is held on Saturdays at 2 p.m. in the Reading Room. No registration is required, and all experience levels are welcome.
- Magic the Gathering: Saturday, Jan. 4, 11, 18, and 25.
Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is typically played from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Archives Room and players ages 12 to 16 across all experience levels are invited.
- Digital D&D: will take place Fridays on the youth Discord channel for ages 16 to 25 from 4 to 6 p.m. Email [email protected] to inquire.
Tech Time: classes provide one-on-one instruction for modern-day electronic devices and are available by calling the library.
French-language programs
L’heure du conte is a French-language program for children ages five and under with their caregivers. The program is held in the Children’s Room starting at 10:30 a.m.
- L’heure du conte: Saturday, Jan. 18.
The Moose Jaw Public Library is located at 461 Langdon Crescent and can be reached online at MooseJawLibrary.ca, by calling 306-692-2787, or by emailing [email protected].
