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We have a wide variety of Books, DVDs, Blu-Rays, Audiobooks, Music CDs, Magazines and Video Games to borrow. SGPL has a video game collection that includes games for current consoles as well as a limited collection of older titles.

Search our collections through TRAC.

Don't forget our digital collections, free to access with a valid library card.

Gaming Consoles

Visit the library and play video games on our 3 gaming consoles:

• Xbox One S
• PS4
• Nintendo Switch

Console availability dependent on demand and technological limitations.

Please note: Games rated M (Mature) cannot be played in the library.

Kits, Backpacks, & Other

(please note some items may be available to Spruce Grove Patrons only)

Bibliotherapy kits are a collection of therapeutic books, magazines, DVDs, and brochures covering a variety of health and wellness topics for adults, children, and families. Each kit comes in an easy to carry case, and is easy to use.Download brochure. Please feel free to share this information with other families and caregivers. To borrow a kit find them on the back wall of the library or place a hold through TRAC! (These items are exclusively available to cardholders of the Spruce Grove Public Library.)Bibliotherapy Kits are sponsored by Field Law Community Fund."Our Canadian Heritage Through Play" are themed kits that bundle together sets of resources, including a doll, selection of books and accessories for the doll that fit the character or province/region of the kit.These kits offer parents and caregivers the opportunity to share stories and the love of reading with children. They encourage lively interaction with theme-based books, dolls and accessories. Embrace our rich Canadian culture and heritage. Come check them out in the Children’s Area of the library!Download brochure. Please feel free to share this information with other families and caregivers.Kits available to borrow (These items are exclusively available to cardholders of the Spruce Grove Public Library):Toronto, Ontario (Alexi)Quebec City, Quebec (Léonie)Banff, Alberta (Taryn)Sandy Lake, Manitoba (Brianne)Salt Spring Island, British Columbia (Charlsea)Lunenburg, Nova Scotia (Jenna)Iqualuit, Nunavut (Saila)Fredericton, New Brunswick (Ayesha)Vancouver, British Columbia (Summer)Cavendish, Prince Edward Island (Diana)St. John's, Newfoundland (Sadie)Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan (Grace)Thunder Bay, Ontario (Quinn)Yellowknife, Northwest Territories (Mia)We've got a whole new array of kits you can enjoy!Want to try sewing? Learn a new language or musical instrument? Try ghost hunting? Or get active with your family? Well we've got Gadgets and Gizmos aplenty! Kits will be available to borrow and take home to enjoy with your family (loan period: 3 weeks) in the safety and convenience of your own home.This initial collection will grow to encompass more kits to explore a variety of themes and learn new skills. Grab one off the shelf or place a hold below through TRAC and pick them up in-person/curbside pickup!Kits currently available to borrow (These items are exclusively available to cardholders of the Spruce Grove Public Library):Calming Supports Kits (in-house use)Craft KitCricut Maker (with accessories)Sewing Machine (with accessories)Games KitBrailleFeelingsGhost Hunting KitLanguage Kit (All Ages)American Sign Language (ASL)CreeLanguage Kit (Children's Dual Language)ArabicChinese simplifiedFarsiFrenchGermanJapanesePanjabiRussianSpanishTagalogListening KitDaisy Reader with headphonesPortable CD and Cassette Player with headphonesMemory KitsAutomobilesBirthdaysFarm DaysHomeMusicPetsSchool DaysSummertimeThe FiftiesWork LifeMusic KitKaraoke (with accessories)Ukulele (with accessories)Physical Literacy KitTech 2 GoCoding Kit 1: Lego MindstormsCoding Kit 2: SpherosCoding Kit 3: Code & Go MouseLearn 2 Drive kits help you prepare for your learner's license test! Includes a learner's license prep kit, traffic tiles, traffic signs, and a USB drive. (These items are exclusively available to cardholders of the Spruce Grove Public Library).Literacy Backpacks offer parents and caregivers the opportunity to share stories and the love of reading with children. They encourage lively interaction with theme-based books, puppets, games and activities. Come check them out in the children’s section of the library!Download brochure. Please feel free to share this information with other families and caregivers. To borrow a kit find them in the children's area or place a hold through TRAC! (These items are exclusively available to cardholders of the Spruce Grove Public Library.)Now is the time to become a part of SGPL's book sharing movement! Little Free Libraries are popping up with small collections of donated books throughout the city. When you see one, all you have to do is take a book that interests you and read it! It's that simple. You can then return it to a Little Free Library, one of the Tri-region's libraries, or pass it along to a friend. Current locations in Spruce Grove include:Alberta Health ServicesBorder Paving Athletic CentreBredin Learning CentreBubble Tea Coffee LabCopper Sky LodgeSpruce Grove FCSSI Have a ChanceParkland Food BankSt. Michael’s Grove ManorTransAlta Tri Leisure Centre**Managed in partnership with Stony Plain Public Library, and Parkland County Libraries. What are radon kits and how do we use them? This kit is designed to teach greater awareness about Radon. For more information please visit www.ab.lung.ca/radon Each kit comes with the radon device, coiled booklet of instructions and a survey. Please complete the survey when you return the kit to the library.Can we place holds on the kit?Yes, between the months of October - April, the kits are available in the TRACpac catalogue to borrow. The best time to detect Radon in Alberta is in the Winter. Only members of the Yellowhead Regional Library system can borrow the kits, click here to find out which local libraries are eligible. Kits will not be able to travel to patrons outside of our region.How long do we get the kits for?Loan period is three weeks with up to one renewal if there are no holds.Sensory Items provide fun games and activities that teach children about various topics. They also provide great support for families and children living with disabilities. Please see our catalog. (These items are exclusively available to cardholders of the Spruce Grove Public Library.)We also have the following kits available to borrow:Adaptive PE BackpackAuditory BackpackCalming Supports Kits (in-house use)Cause & Effect BackpackFamily Games Night BackpackFine Motor BackpackInclusive Family Game Night BackpackLiteracy/Communication BackpackTactile BackpackTactile & Sensory BackpackVision BackpackSGPL staff enjoy hearing from you and will happily consider your suggestions to help improve our collectionPlease complete our form here. All suggestions are evaluated according to the SGPL Library Materials Policy, and not all requests may be granted.You may search our catalogue  to check and see if the title has been added.We have an extensive board and card game collection that you can play at the library and check-out to enjoy at home! To take a game home come and grab one off the shelf or place a hold through TRAC! (These items are exclusively available to cardholders of the Spruce Grove Public Library.)You can borrow a TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre Pass from SGPL! This is a very popular item so contact us and request a hold. Each pass has a borrowing period of 1 week and 0verdue fines are $1/day due to high demand. Type of passes available (These items are exclusively available to cardholders of the Spruce Grove Public Library):Family Pass for up to 5 family members (2 adults, 3 children), 6 passes availableAdult Pass for up to 2 adults, 1 pass availableYouth Pass for up to 2 youths, 1 pass availableWifi Hubs FAQ (These items are exclusively available to cardholders of the Spruce Grove Public Library.)Q: How long can I borrow the WiFi hub? A: 2 weeks Q: I see two networks called ASG-WIFI. Which one do I connect to? A: Each WiFi hub will produce a 2.4ghz and 5ghz network. For most devices, select the 5ghz network. If you have an older device that is struggling to connect, try the 2.4ghz network. Q: Where do I return the WiFi hub? A: Please return the WiFi hub to a library staff member during library hours. Do not place the WiFi hub in the bookdrop. Q: What are the overdue/lost fees? A: Lost/damaged fee is $250. Overdue fees are $1/day for a maximum of 1 week. After 1 week the wifi hub will be remotely disabled and you will be responsible for paying the full fee of $250. Q: Will I be charged for the data I use? A: No. The WiFi hubs have been generously provided by Telus with an unlimited data plan.Hotspots provided in partnership with Telus and Yellowhead Regional Library.

Got a car full of kids and you just want to pick up your holds? Do you have mobility issues and just can't make it inside the door today?

Use our Curbside Pickup service and a staff member will bring your holds out to you!

How does it work?

1. Have your library card ready so we can open your account and check the items out;
2. Call 780-962-4423 ext. 0 and let us know you would like Curbside Pickup;
3. Let staff know which vehicle is yours, and they will bring the items to you!

Please note: there are no services available on Mondays as we are closed to the public.

What is a Print Disability?

A print disability is a learning, physical or visual disability that prevents a person from reading conventional print. More specifically, a print disability can be a:

• Learning disability: An impairment relating to comprehension
• Physical disability: The inability to hold or manipulate a book
• Visual disability: Severe or total impairment of sight or the inability to focus or move one’s eyes

At SGPL, we offer:

• Large print books
• Audiobooks on CD and MP3 (DAISY compatible)
• Braille
• Digital Audiobooks and eBooks available through Hoopla, Overdrive, Alberta eBooks, Cloud Library
• DAISY players (CELA patrons only)
• Kobo reader (CELA patrons only)

Looking for even more? SGPL is also connected to:

• the Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) & 
• the National Network for Equitable Library Service (NNELS)

To register with these organizations, you will need a current library card. Once registered, you can access these additional resources:

• Accessible Books, eBooks, magazines, and newspapers;
• Downloadable content for your computer, smart device, and DAISY (Digital Accessible Information System) player;
• CD and Braille formats delivered by mail;
• Bookshare, the world’s largest accessible online digital library, a filled in copy of this form is required for Bookshare accss;
• Bilingual collections and services.

For assistance registering for these services, call 780-962-4423 (ext. 103) or email reference@sgpl.ca.

Items you request will be brought to the Holds Shelf and filed by the first 3 letters of your last name, followed by your first 2 initials. For example, John Abraham Smith would be filed under Smi, J. A.You will have 7 days to pick up your holds once they arrive on the shelf and you will receive 2 notifications of their held status in that time. You are free to pick up your hold on any of the 7 days OR contact the library to let us know that you won't be needing the item anymore. If we receive no cancellation and the item is still here on the 8th day a $2.00 charge is applied to your account for the unclaimed hold.

The Spruce Grove Public Library's main branch is centrally located in downtown Spruce Grove, just off of King Street. Plans for a future satellite branch can be located on the City of Spruce Grove website.

The Spruce Grove Public Library is a participating member of the Yellowhead Regional Library System. Together, the Yellowhead Regional Library System, the Marigold Library System, the Northern Lights Library System, and the Peace Library System form The Regional Automation Consortium or TRAC inter-library lending system. Using the TRAC website you can search a combined catalogue of 180 libraries with holdings of nearly three million books, DVDs and other material.

ME LibrariesJoin ME Libraries to use your TRAC library card at any of these additional locations:Calgary Public LibraryChinook Arch Regional Library SystemEdmonton Public LibraryParkland Regional LibraryRed Deer Public LibraryShortgrass Library SystemSt. Albert Public LibraryStrathcona County Library & Fort Saskatchewan Public LibraryWood Buffalo Regional LibraryYour account must include an email address and be clear of fines to be eligible to join ME Libraries.RelaisIf the item you want to borrow isn't available through the TRAC library's online catalogue, you can request materials from any participating Alberta Public or Academic Library with the Relais D2D Inter-Library Loan service. To start a search, first choose your location as Yellowhead Regional Library.

SGPL is the place with the space for you! You can conduct your next business meeting, inspire your organization, or host a party.

Please note that space is limited.

Book the next available space today by viewing our schedule here

Room Name	Features
Meeting Room A	Portable TV, Whiteboard, Projector Screen, and sink
Meeting Room B	65" Smart TV & DVD player, with HDMI Cord for video conferencing
Meeting Room C	Whiteboard, Washable Flooring
Program Room	Projector Screen, Washable Flooring, Unisex Bathroom

Meeting Room A

 

Meeting Room B

 

Meeting Room C

 

Program Room

Did you know SGPL is a registered charity?

If you would like to contribute, please contact us and/or consider the options below:

In person: Our staff at the Library Services Desk will happily accept donations. All donations over $10.00 are eligible to receive a charitable tax receipt.

Online: Make donating quick and easy by clicking on our donation form.

Donations will support the library collection, program/event offerings, and other services. If you would like your donation to go towards a certain library initiative, please let us know.

Donate Now!

Other Ways to Donate

• Collection Donations - SGPL is currently accepting donations. Please review our procedure on what we will accept and take. Thank you.
• Bottle Depot Account- SGPL has an annual bottle depot account at the Spruce Grove Bottle Depot (39 Diamond Ave NW). Skip the line and let the manager on duty know that the bottles and cans are for the SGPL account.
• Corporate Giving- Find our donor profile through the Benevity causes portal.
• Sponsor the Stacks - Choose what you want to read and get it off the shelf before anyone else!

SGPL is proud to acknowledge our partners and supporters--together, we build a Library Legacy in our Community of Choice. 

Spruce Grove Public Library is a diverse and inclusive, progressive and innovative workplace where employees contribute to one another's success, take risks, and embrace change.

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Please refer back to this page often and follow our Facebook and Instagram pages for hiring announcements. 

You can return any books or audiovisual items that fit through the 24 hour drop-off slots located outside and to the left of the main library entrance. For ‘oversize’ items (such as backpacks, board games, sensory items, or kits) that will not fit in the drop bin, please bring these items inside the library and return them at the Circulation desk. 

Please visit us at the library with a government issued ID as well as proof of current residential address*. We will confirm your information and renew your card.*A P.O. Box or General Delivery is not considered proof of residential address.Acceptable forms of government issued ID include:Valid drivers’ licenseGovernment issued photo health cardSecure Certificate of Indian Status CardValid passportAcceptable forms of proof of current residential address include:Valid drivers’ licenseUtility bill (issued within the last 2 months)Insurance document (current within last 2 months)Vehicle registration document (current within last 2 months)Rental lease agreement or receipt (current within last 2 months)Mortgage documents (current within last 2 months)Mail received from a government agency (within the last 2 months)

On the menu bar at the top of this page, hover over "Programs & Events". All of our current program information is here for your convenience.Take a look at our upcoming events in the full calendar.Register for programs and special events using our online registration forms found under each program listing in the calendar or call us at 780-962-4423 ext. 0 and we'll be happy to help. Have questions about programs and events? See our Programs FAQ page for further information.Have you missed out on events before?Get the latest about Library events, new programs and services and other Library news through our monthly e-newsletter: Sign up today!(You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of the emails)

Yes! However, we currently have limited space so please consider donating items that are in excellent condition and with recent publication dates. Further information on our donation criteria and obtaining a tax receipt for physical donations can be found at Donating Used Books and More.

The library recognizes the need, at times, to have specially-trained animals that assist persons with disabilities. To balance customer needs with health and safety concerns, only service animals may visit the library. Service animals are animals that are individually trained to perform tasks for people with disabilities - such as guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling wheelchairs, alerting and protecting a person who is having a seizure, or performing other special tasks. Service animals are working animals, not "pets," and include therapy animals (e.g. therapy dogs). If a patron wishes to bring in their Emotional Support Animal (ESA) to be able to use the library facility, they must notify a staff member and must provide documentation from their health care provider outlining the need for the ESA. Service animals must be either leashed or contained in some manner (i.e., cage, carrier etc.). Animals will not be permitted to roam freely through the library. Animals must remain fully under their handler’s control at all times, are not to approach other patrons in the library, and shall not unreasonably interfere with the health and safety of other library users.

If you are a local author (Edmonton area) interested in collaborating on an event please send us a complete media package with your request to asgprogramming@yrl.ab.ca. If we identify one of our programs that would be suitable and have capacity to accommodate a reading, we may contact you to follow up.If you would like to suggest the library purchase your book, please fill in the "Suggest an Item" form.While we do not organize book launches, we do have rooms available for rent should you want to host one here at the library. Please refer to our information on room bookings for options and availability. If you require further support please contact our partners at the Writers' Guild of Alberta.

Introduction

The Spruce Grove Public Library’s 2024-2026 Strategic Plan of Service provides a roadmap that was developed by Board members and senior staff members. It is important that both Board and senior staff work together to achieve the priorities that are outlined in this plan.

Also important is the recognition that the external environment in which the library operates may shift. In response, this Strategic Plan of Service also may have to shift to remain relevant. As with any plan, regular reviews and updates will be important.

The SGPL Strategic Plan of Service provides intentional direction that advances the library’s vision, mission, and values; it is a roadmap that guides development and delivery of accessible programs, services, and resources while practicing and promoting adaptability in an ever-changing environment.Vision          Curiosity, connections, learning, and belonging in a shared spaceMission        Create welcoming placesValuesValueWhat it MeansBelongingJudgement-free use of programs, services and resources that provide and support a welcoming place for all.AccessibilityBarrier-free access to programs, services, and resources that practice and promote intellectual freedom for allCuriosityUnlimited encouragement to explore and discover what’s new, forgotten, and familiar to youDiversity, Equity, and InclusionUnlimited opportunities to encounter and experience what is meaningful, enriching and representative of youInnovationLimitless commitment to and consideration of providing responsive and creative delivery of programs, services, and resources to the community.  LeadershipPurposeful connections made and respectful actions taken for the betterment of the community.The Spruce Grove Public Library (SGPL) is dedicated to organizational excellence, and the SGPL Board is proud of the incredible diversity and depth of expertise among our staff. It is through their hard work and commitment to the community—each and every day— that the library has provided a welcoming place that practices and promotes inclusion and encourages life-long learning for the past 5 years.Looking to the future, we continue to strive for organization-wide improvements that directly benefit all who visit and use SGPL, including those who work and volunteer there. In addition to transparent governance and fiscal accountability, strategic planning is essential to ensure the library’s ongoing success.Early in 2023, City of Spruce Grove Library Board Trustees met to identify service priorities and develop a new 3-year plan for Spruce Grove Public Library (SGPL). Library boards in Alberta are responsible for creating this plan which is based on an assessment of community needs. In order to grow and change with our community, we need to understand where we are now and how best to identify what may lie ahead.In the 2024-2026 SGPL Strategic Plan of Service (SPoS), the SGPL Board has identified progressive and responsive pillars, goals, and tactics for the library’s ever-changing environment; pillars (areas of focused attention) support goals (desired changes over time) that are accomplished by tactics (specific activities related to pillars and goals) and measured by outcomes (key indicators and statistical data).Consequently, the SPoS that follows provides clear direction for consistent achievement of excellent library experiences for our growing and diverse population of community members and visitors. Whether they are simply seeking a welcoming place to gather or accessing programs, services, and resources, the SGPL Director and team will be equipped and ready to respond to their needs.We acknowledge that there will be instances when this plan needs to change due to unforeseen circumstances, and we will adapt along the way. Now, however, the SPoS is our best expression of how SGPL can best serve the community in the years to come.  Sincerely,Adam McArthur, ChairCity of Spruce Grove Library BoardDemands on, and expectations of, SGPL are continuously increasing and evolving; long gone are the days when libraries served only as quiet repositories of books. Rather, SGPL is now a vibrant community space where all people are invited to connect, learn, and play without experiencing judgement or overcoming other barriers.Based on what we heard during the plan building process, everything in this Strategic Plan of Service can be traced back to meeting the needs of the community that were identified through several surveys, consultation, and ideas generated by the members of the library board.The overall consultation generated ideas from the community, and since the library board is charged with identifying the best path forward, some of the ideas that were generated are outlined in this plan, while other ideas are not included. Making this difficult choice is a role that is a key aspect of a governance board like a library board.This plan sets out the long-term activity for SGPL. Below the level of this plan, library management is expected to identify how to achieve these goals and tactics, and to measure progress through the use of key performance indicators.The library board also acknowledges that this Strategic Plan of Service is about change over time, and as such, there is a great deal of activity that occurs at an operational level in the library. That ongoing work is not part of any strategic plan, but more properly belongs in the library’s business plan or operational plan.Priorities that put the strategy into this Strategic Plan of Service Pillar:  Key area of focus – the “why”Goal:  Accomplishment – the “what”Tactic: Activity – the “how”Measure:  Outcome (the “how much”) Pillar 1 Provide and Sustain Collections, Programs, and Services that Respond to   Community NeedGoal:  Excellent collection, program, and service experienced by all. Pillar 2 Identify and Improve Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Everything We DoGoal: Trusted opportunities, connections, and relationships with all. Pillar 3 Prepare for and Respond to Future Environmental and Infrastructure NeedsGoal:  Recognition as an influencer, accessibility advocate, and sustainability champion. Pillar 4 Establish and Ensure Effective Governance that Encourages Organizational ExcellenceGoal:  Recognition as a key community stakeholder and collaborative recipient of provincial and municipal funding