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Minnedosa Regional Library
Library Hours:
Tuesday 9:30 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday - Saturday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday and Monday - CLOSED
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Our Mission:
To provide access to resources, to meet the educational, cultural, informational and recreational needs of citizens of all ages and backgrounds.
Our Objectives:
- To provide services that result in library use and involvement from residents, regardless of ethnic background, educational level, economic status or physical condition.
- To provide a facility that is inviting, safe, and well maintained.
- To provide a lifelong learning center for the community.
- To provide friendly and competent staff that work together to provide quality services.
- To assume a role in the community in promoting literacy and fine arts.
- That the governing body, entrusted by the public, ensures accountability and makes the most efficient use of funds.
Materials for Loan:
- Books, Magazines, Audio Books, Large Print Books, Movies (VHS & DVD), Music (CD, Tape & Vinyl), Literacy Materials, Puzzles & Games
- Late Fees are as follows: Books/magazines/CD/tapes - $0.05 per day up to $2.00; VHS & DVD Movies - $1.00 per day up to $5.00
Other Services:
- Photocopying - single sided $0.15 double sided $0.25 11x17 paper $0.30 Color printing $1.00/page
- Faxing - Sending ($3.00) & Receiving ($1.00)
- Free Public Internet Access
- Inter-Library Loans
- Microfilm Reader
- Meeting Room with video conferencing, digital projector and screen, TV/VCR
- Outdated books for sale - paperback $0.10, hardcover $0.25 Minnedosa Regional Library Book Bags for sale $7.00
Programs:
- Pre-School Story Hour on Saturday mornings 10:00am - 11:00am. September to May. For children ages 3 - 6, we have stories, games and crafts.
*Summer Reading Program for ages 6 - 13 in July and August.
Our 2009 SUMMER READING PROGRAM is "THE MYSTERY OF LADY X and AGENT 009" Registration will begin June 26/09. Children are encouraged to sign up and read as many books over the summer as possible. Craft and activities days will be posted as well there will be a preschool storytime throughout the program on thursdays from 10am - 11am. For information call the Library at 867-2585
- Tuesday evenings we invite you to the library for Books & Beans. Pick up your favorite cup of coffee and then come and relax at the library with your favorite book or magazine. We have a wonderful space for you to enjoy some "ME" time.
- We have a rotating book collection for seniors at the Legion Gardens apartments and the Minnedosa Personal Care Home.
- Periodically we plan movies or events on Saturdays for the public to attend as well as various other events throughout the year. Watch for information in our Library Corner article in the local newspaper or check with our library staff.
ADDRESS:
Box 1226, 45 - 1st Ave. S.E.
CONTACT: Linda Cook - Librarian
PHONE: 204-867-2585
FAX: 204-867-6140
EMAIL: mmr@mts.net