Border Regional Library

Did you know public libraries are funded and governed in part by our municipalities? Make sure you get informed on your local candidates, ask them if they use their library and other public services, and get out to vote! Election day is Wednesday, October 28, with advance voting available on various days in our municipal areas.

Town of Virden Rural Municipality of Wallace-Woodworth R.M. of Ellice - Archie

MP urges voters to get informed ahead of municipal election

"To the voters, I would say get informed about who is on the ballot and what they are on the ballot for, what they're proposing to do for your municipality. Municipal councils play a huge role in whether a community grows or dies. That's blunt, but that's just the truth of the matter." Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, Grant Jackson

Full Article 👇
https://discoverwestman(dot)com/articles/mp-grant-jackson-urges-voters-to-get-informed-ahead-of-municipal-election?

Introducing the newest addition to our catalogue: Seeds!
Starting this fall at the Virden branch, we will be collecting donated seeds to add to an in-branch seed catalogue. The catalogue will be available to Border Regional Library Patrons free of charge. Check out our website or pop into the branch to learn more!

Adult Board Game Day today at 1:00! Come check it out!

When we talk about “return on investment,” we’re asking a basic question: Do we get more out of something than we put in?

For libraries, the answer is yes!

Studies show that on average, every $1 invested in libraries creates about $5.38 in benefits for the community. That value comes from things like free learning resources, job help, technology access, and safe spaces for people of all ages.

Investing in libraries means investing in a stronger, more connected community.

For more helpful information and statistics, visit https://mla.mb.ca/election-toolkits/.

Do you have a child aged 2,3,4 or 5? Why not join us tomorrow morning for Wriggle and Read!

We are excited to announce that we will be collecting donations until Friday, October 9th on behalf of the Virden Royal Purple Lodge 220! 💜

Recognizing the intersectionality of intimate partner violence and brain injuries, we will have a drop off box for donations including but not limited to:

Shampoo, Conditioner, Hairbrushes & Hair Accessories (Hair Ties, Bobby Pins, Clips, etc.)
Body Wash, Deodorant, Lotion & Perfume
Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
Nail Clippers, Nail Polish, Chapstick & Make-up
Gift Cards & Phone Cards
Phone Chargers
Baby Items & Toys
Pajamas, Socks & Underwear (New)
Eye Glass Cleaner
Breath Mints & Gum
Towels
Journals, Note Pads, Crosswords, Coloring Books & Activity Books
Pens, Pencils, Markers & Pencil Crayons
Wallets & Purses
Slippers & Sandals
Sanitary Pads, Tampons & Personal Hygiene Products

Purple Care Bags will be delivered to Canadian shelters. The bags contain the essentials for the women, children and men who have, often, left home with nothing.

If you have any questions about donations, please feel free to stop by and ask!

Service Canada will be at the Virden library next week via Seniors Access to Independent Living - SAIL

We've got some fun displays up for the month! "Fall into a good book", "books about books" for library card sign up month, and "ship books". Dive into your next read. We're open until 8 tonight!