Pierson Branch Library

05/15/2026

Alt text: a "save the date" poster, from Southwest Recreation. The poster has a line drawing of building blocks, a soother and a teddy bear in the upper corner. The information states, "save the date, Wednesday July 8th 9 AM to 3 PM. St. John Ambulance babysitting course, Pierson Branch Library, ages twelve and up. Cost eighty dollars, minimum of ten attendees needed. Call or email for details 204-522-8328, [email protected]."

05/13/2026

Just a reminder that Story Stars is this Friday May 15th! Come and hang out and plant some seeds with us!

Alt text: Picture of a poster giving Story Stars information.
Story Stars starts at 10:30am
Ages 3-5 welcome with parents

05/11/2026

LOCAL AUTHOR Lisa Erixon will be at the library with her new children's picture book Friday afternoon!

Alt text: a poster, which reads, "Whiskers in a twist, by Lisa Erixon available for purchase at the Pierson Branch Library. Friday, May 15th from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Books $10, Moonsie stuffies $7, cash cheque or etransfer accepted." There is a photo of a grey tabbie cat named Moonsie on the poster, and the front cover of the book. The front cover shows a drawing of a very disgruntled cat in a carrier.

05/08/2026

The 2026 Census has begun! Asking yourself "why should I fill out the Census?" It directly influences federal and provincial funding in your community, when most public funding is based on the population where you live. It impacts the money distributed to schools, emergency services, hospitals and clinics, and yes, EVEN libraries. If you don't get counted, then your community loses that funding.

Alt text: A repost from Statistics Canada, encouraging Canadians to fill our their Census.

The has begun! Look for your census letter in the mail. Census data paint a portrait of Canadians and their stories – from small communities to entire provinces and territories.

Complete your census today: https://www.census.gc.ca/en/index?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=smo&utm_campaign=statcan-statcan-cpop2026-coll.

05/07/2026

SWMB Regional Library needs two people to join our Board of Directors. Please reach out if you desire to positively help us serve our community, and foster our four core values (welcoming, inclusive, responsive, passionate).

Alt text: A poster, with a photo of three people sitting around a board table in a library. The poster advertises the following information: "New board members wanted! The library has two citizen rep positions to fill at our table. One from the Town of Melita, and one from the Municipality of Two Borders. Contact Mary-Anne at 204-634-2215 or [email protected] for more information. Help shape the library's future!"

05/06/2026

Attention Napinka Library patrons! The library is reopening on Monday, May 11th. Please share!

Alt text: A bright poster, which says, "Napinka Library Reopening! Monday May 11 2026. Hours of Operation: Mondays and Thursdays 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM (OPEN thru lunch). We send a Big thank you and best wishes to our previous Librarian Jackie Leforte, and welcome Jessica Boers as she fills the role."

05/01/2026

The Happy Bookers have chosen Shelby Van Pelt's book, "Remarkably bright creatures," for the month of May!

It is available in ebook and audiobook format on hoopla, or if you prefer a paper copy, please reach out to the library.

The book is described as "a charming, feel-good story about an elderly widow, Tova Sullivan, who forms an unlikely friendship with a curmudgeonly giant Pacific octopus named Marcellus at a local aquarium." It explores themes of friendship, grief, hope and community.

Discussion will take place Wednesday May 27 2026, 7:00 PM at Pierson Branch Library.

Alt text: a photo depicting the front cover of the book described above. On the cover, an older woman with a smile is sitting on a bench in an indoor aquarium. There is aquatic vegetation all around her, and she is looking up at an octopus in the foreground.

04/16/2026

Reminder! Story Stars tomorrow, Friday April 17th at 10:30 am. Bring some snacks and come enjoy a morning at the library.

Alt text: A poster with Stars on it explaining the details of the Story Stars program.

04/13/2026

UPDATE: This position has been filled. Thank you to everyone that showed interest.

Alt text: A poster, showing two people working at desks, with their backs to each other. They are sitting on bean bag chairs, and looking at computer screens. There is a stack of books at the feet of one person, and an open book at the other's feet, as well as two books floating in the air. The poster says, "We're hiring! A position at Napinka Library. Do you love your community? Looking for a part-time job for a little extra $? This might just be the thing! Position is 10 hours per week (opening hours can be adapted to availability for the right individual). Basic computer skills required. A general interest in books is an asset. Opportunity to work casually in Melita and Pierson libraries. Apply now! Email Mary-Anne at [email protected], or call 204-634-2215. Southwestern Manitoba Regional Library."

04/08/2026

Attention Napinka Library Patrons: Napinka Library is temporarily closed, due to unforeseen circumstances. If you have questions, please direct them to Melita or Pierson Library Staff, or the Library Board.

Until we can re-open (and we will!), we encourage you to access library materials at one of our other two branches in Melita or Pierson.

Thank you for understanding!

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