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The Informed Library: Fireside Chat – Fundraising & Sustainability
Date & Time
Thursday, May 7, 2026
All day
Location
Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall, Central Library
800 3 Street Southeast, Calgary, AB T2G 2E7
Calgary, AB
Price
Free
About This Event
Discover the power of community-driven fundraising at "The Informed Library: Fireside Chat – Fundraising & Sustainability" on May 8, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall in Calgary's Central Library. This engaging, free event is part of a three-part learning series hosted by the Library Association of Alberta and The Alberta Library, designed to empower library workers throughout the province.
Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from Tracy Johnson, the dynamic CEO of the Calgary Public Library Foundation. With her extensive experience in library fundraising, including the successful $350M Add In Campaign, Tracy will share innovative strategies for building strong donor relationships and fostering community investment. Her insights into the transformative Fifth Book Campaign, aimed at combating rising book costs, will inspire attendees to think creatively about fundraising initiatives.
Whether you're a newcomer to library services or a seasoned professional, this event promises valuable insights and networking opportunities. Don't miss the chance to enhance your skills and connect with fellow library advocates—mark your calendar and be part of this enlightening discussion!
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Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from Tracy Johnson, the dynamic CEO of the Calgary Public Library Foundation. With her extensive experience in library fundraising, including the successful $350M Add In Campaign, Tracy will share innovative strategies for building strong donor relationships and fostering community investment. Her insights into the transformative Fifth Book Campaign, aimed at combating rising book costs, will inspire attendees to think creatively about fundraising initiatives.
Whether you're a newcomer to library services or a seasoned professional, this event promises valuable insights and networking opportunities. Don't miss the chance to enhance your skills and connect with fellow library advocates—mark your calendar and be part of this enlightening discussion!
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