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October 2026QNSRD Adult Peer Support
Thursdays in three sessions from 11 AM to 3 PM we have chats, coffee, and snacks to give support to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Join us in the Red Deer Public Library board room (second floor, right hand beside stairs)
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October 2026QNSRD Youth Peer Support Group
Moved online for the summer. 2SLGBTQIA+ parents, kids, and allies. We have two groups depending on age. 6-12 years requires parental presence; 13+ requires a signed parental waiver. Find the link for Microsoft teams on the front page of our website.
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Yes, we are a registered non-profit society under the Alberta Societies Act. The government classifies us as a non-profit, but we cannot issue CRA standard tax receipts for donations.
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October 2026QNSRD Youth Group
2SLGBTQIA+ youth and youth allies aged 13-20 can come to the downtown public library's "green room" every Wednesday from 5:30-8 PM to hang out with their peers. We do board games, crafts, chat, have snacks, watch movies, and whatever you choose for the time.
The second Wednesday of each month is in the Cafe room at the Red Deer Museum, same time.
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October 2026Making Art History: Vampires in Cultural History
2-part micro art + history class
Day 1: October 7, 2026
Day 2: October 14, 2026
Start time: 06:00 p.m.MDT
End time: 08:00 p.m.MDT
Venue: Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
Directions: 4525 47A Ave, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 6Z6, AB, Canada
Member - $20, Guest $25
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October 2026QNSRD Adult Peer Support
Thursdays in three sessions from 11 AM to 3 PM we have chats, coffee, and snacks to give support to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Join us in the Red Deer Public Library board room (second floor, right hand beside stairs)
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October 2026Day Camp: Everything Alien
A Day @ the Museum: Day Camps
Date: October 9, 2026
Start time: 09:00 a.m. MDT
End time: 04:00 p.m. MDT
Venue: Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
Directions: 4525 47A Ave, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 6Z6, AB, Canada
Phone: 587-797-4040
Email: museum@reddeermuseum.com
Aliens have been spotted in the area. Come prepared for an alien invasion where we will make glow in black light aliens and flying UFO’s with an alien inside. Dress in your brightest neon colours to finish the day with an alien dance party, where you can create your own out of this world gear with neon pipe cleaners and beads!
Member - $40
Member with before care - $45
Guest - $45
Guest with before care - $50
Ages 6-13. Pre-registration required. Registration closes October 8th, 2026 at 4:30PM.
Early drop-off available for additional fee of $5/camper; please sign up at registration. Early drop-off hours are between 8:15-8:45 a.m. Camp ends at 4:00 p.m.
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October 2026Make Art: Feel Better – October 10
It's as simple as the title: make art, feel better.
Date: October 10, 2026
Start time: 10:00 a.m. MDT
End time: 12:00 p.m. MDT
Member - $20, Guest - $25
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October 2026QNSRD Youth Peer Support Group
Moved online for the summer. 2SLGBTQIA+ parents, kids, and allies. We have two groups depending on age. 6-12 years requires parental presence; 13+ requires a signed parental waiver. Find the link for Microsoft teams on the front page of our website.
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Yes, we are a registered non-profit society under the Alberta Societies Act. The government classifies us as a non-profit, but we cannot issue CRA standard tax receipts for donations.
Society
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October 2026QNSRD Youth Group
2SLGBTQIA+ youth and youth allies aged 13-20 can come to the downtown public library's "green room" every Wednesday from 5:30-8 PM to hang out with their peers. We do board games, crafts, chat, have snacks, watch movies, and whatever you choose for the time.
The second Wednesday of each month is in the Cafe room at the Red Deer Museum, same time.
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October 2026QNSRD Adult Peer Support
Thursdays in three sessions from 11 AM to 3 PM we have chats, coffee, and snacks to give support to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Join us in the Red Deer Public Library board room (second floor, right hand beside stairs)
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October 2026QNSRD Youth Peer Support Group
Moved online for the summer. 2SLGBTQIA+ parents, kids, and allies. We have two groups depending on age. 6-12 years requires parental presence; 13+ requires a signed parental waiver. Find the link for Microsoft teams on the front page of our website.
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Yes, we are a registered non-profit society under the Alberta Societies Act. The government classifies us as a non-profit, but we cannot issue CRA standard tax receipts for donations.
Society
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October 2026QNSRD Youth Group
2SLGBTQIA+ youth and youth allies aged 13-20 can come to the downtown public library's "green room" every Wednesday from 5:30-8 PM to hang out with their peers. We do board games, crafts, chat, have snacks, watch movies, and whatever you choose for the time.
The second Wednesday of each month is in the Cafe room at the Red Deer Museum, same time.
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October 2026QNSRD Adult Peer Support
Thursdays in three sessions from 11 AM to 3 PM we have chats, coffee, and snacks to give support to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Join us in the Red Deer Public Library board room (second floor, right hand beside stairs)
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October 2026Frights and Delights
Friday Family Fun Night brings families to the MAG for an evening of something different. The theme changes every time, from hands-on making to games to seasonal celebrations, but it is always drop-in, always at your own pace, and always designed for a range of ages. Come when it works and stay as long as it is going well.
Date: October 23, 2026
Start time: 06:00 p.m.
End time: 08:00 p.m.
Venue: Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery
Directions: 4525 47A Ave, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 6Z6, AB, Canada
Get into the spirit of spooky season with a flashlight tour of some unsettling items from our collection, then round out the Hallowe’en fun with a costume contest, door prizes, enchanting music, treats, and a shadow puppet make and take.
Everyone welcome.
Member - $10, Guest $15
Drop-in. Event runs 6:00-8:00 p.m. Costume contest at 7:30 p.m.
Admission by suggested donation of $25/family or $5/person; $2/person with MAG membership; Ages 3 & under are free!
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October 2026Make Art: Feel Better – October 24
It's as simple as the title: make art, feel better.
Date: October 24, 2026
Start time: 10:00 a.m. MDT
End time: 12:00 p.m. MDT
Make Art: Feel Better
Did you know neuroscience shows that making art actually makes us healthier and happier? 🧠✨
Join us on a Saturday morning at the Red Deer Museum for “Make Art: Feel Better.” This isn’t about the final masterpiece; it’s about the messy, joyful process of playing with color and texture. Perfect for curious beginners or artists looking for a creative reset.
🎨 One-off sessions 🎨 No experience needed 🎨 Expect to get messy!
About Your Instructor
Tanya Collard is a professional artist and art consultant who holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts with distinction from the University of Saskatchewan and a Master of Fine Arts from the Rhode Island School of Design. With extensive experience in post-secondary arts education, she specializes in “process-based” instruction, helping individuals use art as a tool for self-expression, mindfulness, and health.
Program runs 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Stewart Discovery Studio.
Pre-registration encouraged, Drop-ins are welcome day of.
Open to Everyone: $20 members, $25 non-members
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October 2026QNSRD Youth Peer Support Group
Moved online for the summer. 2SLGBTQIA+ parents, kids, and allies. We have two groups depending on age. 6-12 years requires parental presence; 13+ requires a signed parental waiver. Find the link for Microsoft teams on the front page of our website.
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Yes, we are a registered non-profit society under the Alberta Societies Act. The government classifies us as a non-profit, but we cannot issue CRA standard tax receipts for donations.
Society
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October 2026QNSRD Art Club now at the Red Deer Museum and Gallery!
We have moved to the Red Deer Museum and Gallery and meet the fourth Wednesday of each month from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. Bring a project to work on and your supplies - if you are stuck, some supplies may be available to start something new. All ages, family-friendly, and free. Meet us for fun and creation in the Cafe exhibit!
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October 2026QNSRD Youth Group
2SLGBTQIA+ youth and youth allies aged 13-20 can come to the downtown public library's "green room" every Wednesday from 5:30-8 PM to hang out with their peers. We do board games, crafts, chat, have snacks, watch movies, and whatever you choose for the time.
The second Wednesday of each month is in the Cafe room at the Red Deer Museum, same time.
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October 2026Paging All Writers
Meet other Red Deer and Central Alberta writers to socialize and talk about writing. Refreshments provided. Registration encouraged, but not required at rdpl.org/events.
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October 2026Paging all Writers
Red Deer and Central Alberta writers of all types are welcome to join this casual meetup to socialize and talk about their writing. Registration is encouraged but not required. Ages 16+
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October 2026QNSRD Adult Peer Support
Thursdays in three sessions from 11 AM to 3 PM we have chats, coffee, and snacks to give support to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Join us in the Red Deer Public Library board room (second floor, right hand beside stairs)
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November 2026Transgender Parent Day
Join us in the Snell Auditorium for Transgender Parent Day, a celebration and supportive session where parents of Transgender people can come and talk about their experiences and share their successes in helping their sons/daughters through the transition years.
All ages are welcome.
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November 2026QNSRD Youth Peer Support Group
Moved online for the summer. 2SLGBTQIA+ parents, kids, and allies. We have two groups depending on age. 6-12 years requires parental presence; 13+ requires a signed parental waiver. Find the link for Microsoft teams on the front page of our website.
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Yes, we are a registered non-profit society under the Alberta Societies Act. The government classifies us as a non-profit, but we cannot issue CRA standard tax receipts for donations.
Society
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November 2026QNSRD Youth Group
2SLGBTQIA+ youth and youth allies aged 13-20 can come to the downtown public library's "green room" every Wednesday from 5:30-8 PM to hang out with their peers. We do board games, crafts, chat, have snacks, watch movies, and whatever you choose for the time.
The second Wednesday of each month is in the Cafe room at the Red Deer Museum, same time.
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November 2026QNSRD Adult Peer Support
Thursdays in three sessions from 11 AM to 3 PM we have chats, coffee, and snacks to give support to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Join us in the Red Deer Public Library board room (second floor, right hand beside stairs)
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November 2026QNSRD Youth Peer Support Group
Moved online for the summer. 2SLGBTQIA+ parents, kids, and allies. We have two groups depending on age. 6-12 years requires parental presence; 13+ requires a signed parental waiver. Find the link for Microsoft teams on the front page of our website.
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Yes, we are a registered non-profit society under the Alberta Societies Act. The government classifies us as a non-profit, but we cannot issue CRA standard tax receipts for donations.
Society
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November 2026QNSRD Youth Group
2SLGBTQIA+ youth and youth allies aged 13-20 can come to the downtown public library's "green room" every Wednesday from 5:30-8 PM to hang out with their peers. We do board games, crafts, chat, have snacks, watch movies, and whatever you choose for the time.
The second Wednesday of each month is in the Cafe room at the Red Deer Museum, same time.
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November 2026QNSRD Adult Peer Support
Thursdays in three sessions from 11 AM to 3 PM we have chats, coffee, and snacks to give support to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Join us in the Red Deer Public Library board room (second floor, right hand beside stairs)
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November 2026QNSRD Youth Peer Support Group
Moved online for the summer. 2SLGBTQIA+ parents, kids, and allies. We have two groups depending on age. 6-12 years requires parental presence; 13+ requires a signed parental waiver. Find the link for Microsoft teams on the front page of our website.
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Yes, we are a registered non-profit society under the Alberta Societies Act. The government classifies us as a non-profit, but we cannot issue CRA standard tax receipts for donations.
Society
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November 2026QNSRD Youth Group
2SLGBTQIA+ youth and youth allies aged 13-20 can come to the downtown public library's "green room" every Wednesday from 5:30-8 PM to hang out with their peers. We do board games, crafts, chat, have snacks, watch movies, and whatever you choose for the time.
The second Wednesday of each month is in the Cafe room at the Red Deer Museum, same time.
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November 2026QNSRD Adult Peer Support
Thursdays in three sessions from 11 AM to 3 PM we have chats, coffee, and snacks to give support to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Join us in the Red Deer Public Library board room (second floor, right hand beside stairs)
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November 2026QNSRD Youth Peer Support Group
Moved online for the summer. 2SLGBTQIA+ parents, kids, and allies. We have two groups depending on age. 6-12 years requires parental presence; 13+ requires a signed parental waiver. Find the link for Microsoft teams on the front page of our website.
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Yes, we are a registered non-profit society under the Alberta Societies Act. The government classifies us as a non-profit, but we cannot issue CRA standard tax receipts for donations.
Society
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November 2026QNSRD Art Club now at the Red Deer Museum and Gallery!
We have moved to the Red Deer Museum and Gallery and meet the fourth Wednesday of each month from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. Bring a project to work on and your supplies - if you are stuck, some supplies may be available to start something new. All ages, family-friendly, and free. Meet us for fun and creation in the Cafe exhibit!
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November 2026QNSRD Youth Group
2SLGBTQIA+ youth and youth allies aged 13-20 can come to the downtown public library's "green room" every Wednesday from 5:30-8 PM to hang out with their peers. We do board games, crafts, chat, have snacks, watch movies, and whatever you choose for the time.
The second Wednesday of each month is in the Cafe room at the Red Deer Museum, same time.
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November 2026Paging All Writers
Meet other Red Deer and Central Alberta writers to socialize and talk about writing. Refreshments provided. Registration encouraged, but not required at rdpl.org/events.
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November 2026Paging all Writers
Red Deer and Central Alberta writers of all types are welcome to join this casual meetup to socialize and talk about their writing. Registration is encouraged but not required. Ages 16+
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November 2026Alberta Native Bee Council's LIVING LAWNS Fall Information Session
LIVING LAWNS is an upcoming free, web-based tool from the Alberta Native Bee Council intended to make it easy for residents and communities to convert conventional turf lawns into beautiful, functional native spaces.
Turfgrass covers a significant amount of our urban landscape and requires considerable resources to maintain. By replacing even a portion of a conventional lawn with native plants, homeowners can reduce maintenance needs and create valuable habitat for Alberta’s wild pollinators.
Knowing where to start can be challenging! Uncertainties around cost, what plants are suitable for a region, and how to maintain a garden are all concerns for new gardeners. That’s where LIVING LAWNS comes in.
The tool will guide users through the process of planning their own native garden and create a customized blueprint based on their location, space, preferences, and aesthetic goals. Plans will include regionally appropriate native plant recommendations, estimated costs for plants and materials, visual design concepts, step-by-step maintenance guidance, and information about the pollinators the garden can support.
The Alberta Native Bee Council's goal is to take some of the uncertainty out of lawn conversion and give Albertans practical tools to create native spaces that work for both people and pollinators.
Join us for this information session to learn more about Living Lawns, how the tool will work, why native gardens matter, and what you can expect as we bring the project to life.
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November 2026QNSRD Adult Peer Support
Thursdays in three sessions from 11 AM to 3 PM we have chats, coffee, and snacks to give support to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Join us in the Red Deer Public Library board room (second floor, right hand beside stairs)
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December 2026QNSRD Youth Peer Support Group
Moved online for the summer. 2SLGBTQIA+ parents, kids, and allies. We have two groups depending on age. 6-12 years requires parental presence; 13+ requires a signed parental waiver. Find the link for Microsoft teams on the front page of our website.
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Yes, we are a registered non-profit society under the Alberta Societies Act. The government classifies us as a non-profit, but we cannot issue CRA standard tax receipts for donations.
Society
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December 2026QNSRD Youth Group
2SLGBTQIA+ youth and youth allies aged 13-20 can come to the downtown public library's "green room" every Wednesday from 5:30-8 PM to hang out with their peers. We do board games, crafts, chat, have snacks, watch movies, and whatever you choose for the time.
The second Wednesday of each month is in the Cafe room at the Red Deer Museum, same time.
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December 2026QNSRD Adult Peer Support
Thursdays in three sessions from 11 AM to 3 PM we have chats, coffee, and snacks to give support to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Join us in the Red Deer Public Library board room (second floor, right hand beside stairs)