Libraries near Little Grand Rapids MB (180 Result(s))

The Emo Public Library is located on front street, just east of Queen Street in downtown Emo.WINTER HOURS BEGIN SEPT. 2ndBe sure to check out all the links for information pertaining to the library and if you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please do not hesitate to use the link for phone numbers or email.'

The Pilot Mound Library strives to provide high quality, sustainable service. The knowledgeable staff are friendly and competent and are available to assist you. Book sales of outdated, used books are held on a continuing basis at the front of the library. Summer reading programs by the Louise Recreation Staff.

Founded in 1967, the Western Manitoba Regional Library System provides public library service to the communities of the City of Brandon, the Towns of Carberry and Neepawa, the Village of Glenboro, and the Rural Municipalities of North Cypress, South Cypress and Langford, the town of Hartney and the Rural Municipality of Cameron. The Library is financially supported by a library tax levied by each of these communities and by operating grants from the provincial government of Manitoba. The day-to-day policies and operations of its four branch libraries are governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees composed of representatives from each area.

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.

The goal of Lakeland Regional Library is to provide local residents with materials and programs conveying ideas and information necessary for modern community life.