Since it was rebuilt after flooding in 2011, the Yorkton Public Library is coming to life and changing with the times.
During the presentation of an annual report to Yorkton City Council Monday evening Sandra MacColl, Chair of the Library Board said the location is literally humming with a constant buzz of activity as the board and staff transition it from a place of "just books" to a more modern gathering place for families, seniors and individuals.
"That was our goal," says McColl, "and we're seeing that happen. It's amazing."
Aside from the book lending of earlier days (which still continues), the library is home to a large database filled with print, dvd's, electronic video streaming capability an art venue and meeting rooms which host a variety of programming.
The Yorkton Writer's Alliance meets regularly at the local location, as does the Geneological Society among other groups that include: bridge players, gamers, a chess group and breastfeeding support. Seminars and workshops are also offered regularly at the library covering topics on everything from financial planning, to ereading, to support for those living in abusive situations.
Programming for children is also a large part of what the library is involved in providing the community. From puppet shows, to crafts, to reading, there is always activities on the go.
"Numbers (of visitors and participants) are going up," says MacColl, adding the library is a big resource for the community. She also says she is grateful the city chooses to support its endeavours and she looks forward to continued growth and change.
