The Parkland Regional Library Service originated in 1970 as a library demonstration project funded and administered by the Province of Manitoba. The terms of reference for the experimental project were to test ways and means to provide efficient yet effective library service to rural Manitobans. In fulfilling its mandate the project brought library service, in one form or another, to virtually every community in the Parkland region.
The Village of Binscarth is situated along the Yellowhead Highway (Hwy16), about 12km, from the Saskatchewan border. Gigantic spruce trees enhance this small village, located in the heart of an agriculture district. Two large terminal elevators are on the north and south side of town creating a picturesque view.
Negotiations for a library in the town of Swan River started in 1958 under Mayor George Scalf and organizational committee was formed under Mayor Claude Hinchliffe. The first library in Swan River was opened on a temporary basis in August, 1965 in the Mathews Block with Mrs. Florence Johnston as the Librarian.The Women's Institute of Benito were active in getting a petition up and presenting it to the town council requesting a library in Benito. A library vote, held in 1964 favored the establishment of libraries in both Benito and Swan River. The Benito Branch first opened its doors on December 1, 1965 in the Sas Block with Mrs. Macooh as the Librarian. On January 4, 1966 Mrs. Vivian Hogg became the Librarian with Mrs. Mabel Cooke as the Assistant-Librarian.
The Women'S Institute Of Benito Was Active In Forming A Library In Benito. With The Results Of A Petition And A Presentation Made To The Village Council, A Library Vote Was Held In The Fall Of 1964. The Vote Was Carried In Favor Of Benito And Also Of Swan River To Establish A Regional Library Within The Two Communites. An Organizational Meeting Was Held In Swan River Town Office On March 22, 1965.
Our Municipality is breathtakingly beautiful with lush greenery, pristine lakes and rivers, and a calm that originates with our quiet communities. The communities of Bellsite, Birch River, Cowan, Mafeking, Lenswood, Novra, Pine River, Pulp River and Sclater are all rooted in the R.M. of Mountain.
We welcome you to come, relax and experience everything the R.M. of Mountain has to offer.
Books may be returned in the book drops at each library. Virden has an exterior metal book return box. McAuley has a return box in their entryway. Elkhorn has a return slot at the front of their building.Please do not return videos/ dvds in Virden's outside book box. They can be damaged by the cold, or by heavy books falling on them. A/V material should be returned to the main desk during regular library hours.
Welcome to the Border Regional Library WebsiteBorder Regional Library is a regional public library serving the Town of Virden, the Village of Elkhorn, the R.M. of Wallace and the R.M. of Archie.Branches are located in Virden , Elkhorn and McAuley Learn more about Border Regional Library by clicking here .
Welcome to the Border Regional Library WebsiteBorder Regional Library is a regional public library serving the Town of Virden, the Village of Elkhorn, the R.M. of Wallace and the R.M. of Archie.Branches are located in Virden , Elkhorn and McAuley Learn more about Border Regional Library by clicking here .
Manitoba Public Library Services has introduced a Patron Feedback Survey to enable your local library to better serve you. Please take the time to fill out the survey by clicking on the icon below and submit it. There are three forms of the survery to choose from, taking anywhere from 215 minutes. The survey is also be available in print form if you prefer.*the next New Author night will be September 10th at 7:00pm. New people always welcome. Come share what you are reading and discover some new authors!*Weekly preschool story hour runs every Tuesday morning at 10:15am!! We are currently on break for the summer months.*Food for thought!! We are always looking for new and interesting ideas for programming here at the library. If you have any ideas, we would love to hear them! *visit our Facebook page! click on Like and take a moment to share your reading recommendations.