COVID-19
Effective immediately, we are closed until further notice to help limit the spread of COVID-19.
We are focused on the health safety of our library patrons and staff. We are closely monitoring the situation through local, provincial and federal government sources and health officers. Please see this page for links to reliable information and updates.
The Wabamun Public Library Board of Directors is made up of community volunteers who meet to ensure that the Wabamun Public Library operates in the Village of Wabamun according to the regulations set out in the Libraries Act. The Board of Directors sets a budget each year taking into account the grants received from the Village of Wabamun, Parkland County and the Province of Alberta. The Board of Directors supports ongoing education of staff, board members and volunteers.
Under the sponsorship of the Home and School Association, the Wabamun Community Library was opened to the public on September 12, 1960. It was housed in the Old Wabamun School. The Library was open on Mondays from 1:30 - 3:30 and 7:00-9:30 p.m. with a large number of volunteers ready to take their turn at checking out books, receiving donations, cataloguing new books, and keeping the library clean. Another important task needed to keep the library open was the dedication of Mr. Watt, who would ...
The Friends of the Library are seeking new members to help fundraise and host events in the library. Since the Friends were formed in 2005, they have contributed over $32,000.00 worth of materials to the library. These contributions have included: shelving; furniture; update of children's area; electronics; DVDs; and books. They have also received donations for our garden project and donated generously to that project. What Is a "Friends" Group? The Friends of the Wabamun Public Library is an en...
ME Libraries gives you access to free Alberta-wide public library borrowing! When you sign up online, you'll be able to visit libraries across the province and borrow materials--using your local library card! All materials are picked up at the owning library but you can return them to any ME library. ME Libraries only work with physical materials, so online resources and interlibrary loan services are not included. Who can sign up? Adults (18+) with a local library card in good standing and with...