Border Regional Library

09/05/2026

Monthly craft at the library starting this week! Every 2nd Thursday of the month from 6:00-8:00pm, join us to try out a fun new craft. No cost, all supplies provided, open to anyone 12 years of age or older. Hope to see you there!

09/04/2026

Check out one of our many new books for the long weekend!

09/03/2026

Phew September is here already, can't believe we forgot to share about our Silent Book Club happening tonight as the first Thursday, from 6-8pm!

Grab a book and join us, we had lots of fun in August!

09/03/2026

🚨 INFORMATION UPDATE - CP Underpass Community Art Project 🚨

The Border Regional Library, Arts Mosaic and the Town of Virden would like to provide an update on the CP Underpass Community Art Project.

Plans were underway for the project to move forward this fall, with volunteers completing important preparatory work inside the tunnel. Unfortunately, some of this work was intentionally damaged by graffiti placed overtop of the prepared surfaces and light fixtures within the walkway near the end of August.

As a result, the project is being placed on hold for the remainder of the year while the project partners determine the best way to proceed. Work is anticipated to resume in the spring, and we look forward to continuing this project with the community.

We would like to extend a sincere thank you to Home Hardware for their generous donation of paint, which was used as part of the preparation work completed by volunteers.

🎨How You Can Help 🎨
Donations of paint or supplies for the project are gratefully accepted at Arts Mosaic and the Border Regional Library – Virden Branch during regular business hours.

We are incredibly grateful for the enthusiasm, support and engagement this project has received from the community. We look forward to creating something special together and seeing the underpass transformed through community art.
Please watch for more information in the spring regarding the restart of the project. Public art sessions will be scheduled once work has resumed, we hope you will join us.

Thank you to everyone who has supported this project so far. We look forward to creating together with you, to bring new life to this community space.

To get involved or to learn more about this project, contact us:
Laranda Bailey – Border Regional Library - [email protected]
Lauren Shymanski – Arts Mosaic - [email protected]
Erica Darvill – Town of Virden - [email protected]

08/31/2026

Craft of the week!

We are throwing it back one more time to one of this summers favourite weekly crafts, the paper lantern. all supplies and instructions are available in the craft room, no registration required!

We want to thank all that have participated in this summers Craft of the Weeks, this is the final one for the summer, but don't worry, instructions will be available on request for any of the weekly crafts, year round.

We also plan on bringing it back next summer, so what crafts would you like to see?

08/31/2026

This sounds like a very useful workshop.

Registration is live, go ahead & share far & wide: https://wpl.libcal.com/event/4043809

08/27/2026

We lend out Envoy Connects through our branches for patrons who experience print disabilities. If you have been wanting your own device rather than borrowing ours, they are affordable and CELA, the Centre for Equitable Library Access, has a webinar coming up where you can learn about the device and how to load it up coming in September. They are a fantastic resource.

08/27/2026

🚨Just a week away! 🚨

Mark your calendars, our much awaited Tattoo Exhibition opening is next Thursday, September 3rd, at 6:00 p.m. with the live demonstration performed by starting around 6:30.

With a live demo, an opportunity to talk to the artists, beautiful multi-media art, and a temporary tattoo station, it's fun for all ages. Come on down for an unforgettable night at the Station!

08/27/2026

***AMM NEWS RELEASE***

AMM encourages Manitobans to put their names forward ahead of municipal election nomination period

“Serving on municipal council is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community you call home,” said AMM President Kathy Valentino - Thompson City Councillor. “We encourage Manitobans who are passionate about their communities and interested in public service to consider putting their names forward. Strong local democracy depends on people stepping up to serve.”

Full News Release⤵️
https://amm.mb.ca/download/news_releases/2026.08.21-AMM-News-Release-AMM-encourages-Manitobans-to-put-their-names-forward-ahead-of-municipal-election-nomination-period.pdf