Events for June 2018
Taber & District Chamber of Commerce
Apr 23 - Aug 10    Youth Employment Program
DEADLINE TO APPLY is TUESDAY MARCH 27, 2018! The Taber Youth Employment Program (a project under the Taber & District Community Adult Learning Association, and is funded by the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy Program), provides youth (ages 15 – 30 years inclusive) who are facing obstacles to employment with an opportunity to participate in an 15-week skills development and work experience program within the community of Taber, Alberta. During the program, participants are paid current provincial minimum wage (Alberta). The program will provide participants with a variety of instructional opportunities in the following areas: Motivation and Mentorship Personal Development Self-Reliance and Budgeting Skills Essential Life Skills and Employability Skills Career Assessments and Personal Health and Well Being which will include nutrition Computer and Technology Employment Readiness Workplace and Social Media Etiquette Post-secondary Tours Portfolio Development Supervised Work Experience Please note that underemployment by definition is not considered as an obstacle for employment. It must be combined with other enumerated reasons. At the time of intake/selection, you must be: a) Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) and not presently in school (grade school or post-secondary) b) A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act c) Legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial legislation and regulations d) Not in receipt of Employment Insurance (EI) benefits e) In need of assistance in order to overcome one or more employment barriers which include but are not limited to high school non-completion, disability, Aboriginal origin, residence in a rural or remote location, lone (single) parent, visible or ethnic minority, official language minority community language barriers (i.e. Francophone residing outside of Quebec or Anglophone residing in Quebec), recent immigrant, or other.
Date: April 23, 2018
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Website: https://permission.click/0JaY
Location: 5327 48th Avenue Taber, Alberta T1G 1S7
Contact: Phone: (403) 416-5115
EMail: yepcareercoach@taberadultlearning.com
Date/Time Details: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 3:30pm
Fees/Admission: DEADLINE TO APPLY is Tuesday March 27, 2018! The Taber Youth Employment Program is a project under Taber & District Community Adult Learning, and is funded by the Government of Canada Skills Link Program.
Jun 1    Movie Screening: Milk - Taber Public Library
In the spirit of Pride Fest we will be showing “Milk” at 6:45 pm in the Program Room. There will be free popcorn for the movie goers but feel free to bring your own snacks. "Milk" is rated R.
Date: June 1, 2018
Time: 6:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/adults/friday-night-movie
Location: Taber Public Library Program Room
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 2    Kids' Craft Corner - Taber Public Library
Children are invited to join Taber Public Library once a month for a special Saturday morning craft program. Parents are asked to supervise children ages 5 and under.
Date: June 2, 2018
Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/children/kids-craft-corner
Location: Taber Public Library
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 2    Taber Pride
Celebrate Pride in Taber! Flag raising in front of the provincial building at 1pm followed by music and entertainment and beer gardens in confederation park.
Date: June 2, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Taber confederation park
Contact: Taber Equality Alliance Society 403-393-2201
EMail: Taber.equalityalliance@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: June 2, 2018
Fees/Admission: Free admission and family friendly
Jun 6    Senior's Week: Mystery Puzzle Challenge - Taber Public Library
Please pre-register as a team before June 5th by visiting the front desk or calling 403-223-4343. For Senior’s Week we will be having a Mystery Puzzle Contest. What is that you are wondering? For registered participants, you will choose a table that has a puzzle set out upside down. You have three hours to put the puzzle together. Whichever team has the most pieces put together will win a prize! For those 50 years and up. The event is from 1 to 4 pm.
Date: June 6, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/adults/seniors-week-mystery-puzzle-challenge
Location: Taber Public Library
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 7    Yoga in the Library - Taber Public Library
Yoga in the library is a free class for women and girls ages 8+. Spots are limited, so pre-registration is required. Please pre-register by phoning 403-223-4343, emailing help@taberlibrary.ca, or dropping by the front desk.
Date: June 7, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/families/yoga-in-the-library
Location: Taber Public Library
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 8    Princess Party - Taber Public Library
Please pre-register by June 7th by stopping by the front desk, or calling 403-223-4343. From 2:00 to 3:00 pm we will be having a Princess Party. Come dressed up as your favorite princess and listen to a story, do a craft and decorate a cupcake.
Date: June 8, 2018
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/children/princess-party
Location: Taber Public Library
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 9    A Craftastic Experience - Taber Public Library
Join us once a month at 10:30 am for a one-hour craft session aimed towards kids ages 6-10. This month participants will be making a Father's Day gift. Space is limited. Please pre-register by phoning 403-223-4343, emailing help@taberlibrary.ca, or dropping by the front desk.
Date: June 9, 2018
Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/children/a-craftastic-experience
Location: Taber Public Library
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 14    Yoga in the Library - Taber Public Library
Yoga in the library is a free class for women and girls ages 8+. Spots are limited, so pre-registration is required. Please pre-register by phoning 403-223-4343, emailing help@taberlibrary.ca, or dropping by the front desk.
Date: June 14, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/families/yoga-in-the-library
Location: Taber Public Library
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 15    Disaster Management and Volunteer Information - Taber Public Library
Presented by the Red Cross. The Red Cross is here to present “Disaster Management and Volunteer Information” session. If you have ever thought about helping out in an emergency or disaster situation be trained and ready to go! This is your first step in doing so. From 7:00 to 8:30 pm in the Program Room. For individuals 16 and over.
Date: June 15, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/adults/red-cross-disaster-management-and-volunteer-info
Location: Taber Public Library
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 16    Deconstruction Day - Taber Public Library
We will have a variety of objects from electronic, small appliances, tv’s etc for you to take apart. Put them back together if you want. Please bring small screwdrivers.
Date: June 16, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/families/deconstruction-day
Location: Taber Public Library
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 18    Sock Dodgeball - Taber Public Library
Join us Monday, June 18 from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm for after-hours for a game of sock dodgeball in the library. For ages 10-15. Meet at the front doors of the library.
Date: June 18, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/teens/sock-dodgeball
Location: Taber Public Library
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 19    Coffee and Cookies Day - Taber Public Library
Come in, grab a cookie or a cup of coffee, and browse the stacks!
Date: June 19, 2018
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/families/coffee-and-cookies-day
Location: Taber Public Library
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 21    Computer, Tablet or Device Help - Taber Public Library
Need some help learning how to use your new tablet, smart phone or email? Our volunteer will spend some time with you to help you work through it! There is a maximum of two participants per session, to ensure lots of one-on-one learning time. Sign up by calling 403-223-4343, emailing help@taberlibrary.ca, or stopping by the library's front counter. Please indicate what you would like help with when signing up.
Date: June 21, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/adults/computer-tablet-or-device-help
Location: Taber Public Library
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free
Jun 29    Family Movie Night - Taber Public Library
Join us for this month's Family Movie Night! Movie begins at 6:45 pm, and we bring the popcorn! This month we're showing "Peter Rabbit," rated G.
Date: June 29, 2018
Time: 6:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.taberlibrary.ca/events/families/family-movie-night
Location: Taber Public Library Program Room
Contact: Heather Martin-Detka
EMail: help@taberlibrary.ca
Fees/Admission: Free