On March 14, the library presented information about what their current needs are and what they hope to achieve in the future. (File Photo/ northeastNOW staff)

By Rachel May

Outgrowing their space

Melfort Library is asking the city to assist with essential improvements

Mar 18, 2022 | 5:00 PM

The Melfort Library is hoping to expand in order to continue providing essential services to the community.

In a council meeting on March 14, the library presented information on what their current needs are and what they hope the future has in store.

Rene Chambers, branch librarian told northeastNOW the board came together to share why the library is vital to the community.

“The library board and staff felt it was important to present an overview of why our facility needs attention and consideration related to capital planning.”

The library currently offers a variety of programs including but not limited to newcomers’ resources, career services and assisting community members with various technical concerns such as setting up E-health.

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Staff and board members encourage the community to come into the library and see what programming they have to offer.

As there are repairs currently happening to the roof of the library, storytime and toddler time have been postponed.

Currently, the library is planning a second painted barn quilt class and the “peep-les” choice awards.

The library is hosting the Peeples choice awards take place on April 13th. You can see ‘Peepison Media’ by visiting the Melfort Library. Diorama constructed by Alice McFarlane (farmnewsNOW) and Rachel May (northeastNOW). (File photo/ northeastNOW staff)

The Easter Peeps diorama contest lets participants put the staple holiday treat into various situations in hopes of winning a prize.

Aside from the events, the library offers a safe place for people to visit. The essential service is now looking for the city to recognize the crucial role it plays in the community.

The city is currently looking to conduct a feasibility study to determine the funds needed to improve the facility for the community.

Board and staff members would like to participate in the study. Chambers explained having those involved with the library daily could offer a more comprehensive picture of what the library offers.

“We would like to be a part of the feasibility study because we feel as a staff and board we have valuable insight into the literacy and programming needs of our community.”

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