Melita Library Services

Informational Resources Periodicals Videos Internet Information Services Reader's Advisory Resource Sharing		Getting and Finding the Books you Want On-Line Catalogue Inter-Library Loan MAPLIN
Computer Resources Internet Computers CAP (Community Access Program)	Information for Patrons Borrowing Privileges Outreach Services		Special Activities Art Displays Author Visits Story Hours School Visits

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Art Shows and Displays

One of the 20 works of art displayed in the Melita Library as part of the Arts West travelling gallery.

The Melita Library hosts the annual Arts West Traveling Gallery. This special exhibition is a showcase of works done by Manitoba artists. Local artists are also encouraged to contact the library in order to display their works and throughout the year, various exhibitions are arranged. Community members and groups are also encouraged to display their special talents at the library. Hand carved models, decoys, pottery, and quilts are examples of the many types of displays that have been mounted.

Borrowing Privileges

Community members may borrow material free of charge for two weeks. Non-residents are assessed an annual $20.00 fee. Renewals are accepted over the phone.

The Melita Library has reciprocal borrowing agreements with neighbouring libraries.

The Community Access program, or CAP, is an initiative of Industry Canada. CAP aims to ensure that Canadians in rural and remote communities have affordable access to the Information Highway - and to the great potential it offers for job creation and community economic development. The ultimate goal is to establish a national network of community access sites all across Canada.

The Melita community access site can be found at the Southwestern Manitoba Regional Library. The Library has two computers and access to the Internet. These computers may be used to surf the Internet. You may also use MSWorks, an encyclopedia and other informational resources which are accessible on the computer. There is always someone nearby who will be willing to lend a hand if you need help with using the Internet or the computers. Also, if you are interested in creating a web page but need some help with web page design, visit your CAP site. There you will be able to find any assistance and information you need in that venture.

The Southwestern Manitoba Regional Library is located at 149 Main Street, Melita, Manitoba. It is open from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm Tuesdays through Saturdays.

Other CAP Resources:

Schoolnet: Canadian site featuring extensive resources and interactive learning projects for schools, teachers and students.

National CAP Site: CAP info, media announcements, CAP newsletter, proposal guide for new sites, web page trainng courses, upcoming events, discussion groups and links to community CAP sites.

Industry Canada: provides information on Canadian Companies; International Business Opportunies; Trade and Investment; Businesses by Sector; Micro-Economic Research and Statistical Analysis; Technology, Innovation and Licensing; Business Support and Services; Marketplace Laws, Services and Regulations; Human Resources and Training; Consumer Information. It is an excellent business resource.

Computers

The Melita Library has two computers available for public use. Community members are welcome to use these computers for their personal use as well as to access the Internet and the On-Line Catalogue.

Information Services

The Melita Library has up to date reference materials in text and CD-ROM format. As of June 1996, the Internet is also a resource tool available at the Library for public use. The Inter Library Loan service is a valuable part of information services, allowing access to materials not owned by the library.

Inter Library Loans

The Melita Library is part of a province wide lending system connected by computer. If the Melita Library does not have a title or topic that is requested in its own collection, the on-line catalogue (called MAPLIN) can be accessed. Simply request the material and it can then be loaned from other libraries.

Internet

The Melita Library has two-public access stations to allow community members to use the Internet at the Library.

On-Line Catalogue

The Melita Library is part of a province wide union catalogue listing of all the titles available in rural manitoba Libraries. This catalogue is called MAPLIN, and all materials listed in this catalogue are available for loan through the Inter Library Loan system. This wonderful tool expands the collection and capabilities of all rural libraries, including the Melita Library.

Outreach Services

The Melita Library staff regularly take blocks of books to the Senior Citizen's Lodge. These books are exchanged approximately every 4-6 weeks.

Periodicals and Newspapers

The Melita Library currently subscribes to 55 different periodical titles. Included are the local weekly newspapers as well as a daily newspaper.

Reader's Advisory Service

Wanting a good book to read, but need some suggestions? Library staff are always willing and able to recommend a good title. The Melita Library has a good stock of reading material for all age and interest levels of the community. Best-sellers as well as new and current titles are always being added to the collection. Reserves are welcome for popular titles.

Resource Sharing

The Melita Library shares its resources with four other libraries in Southwestern Manitoba. On a regular basis, blocks of books are exchanged which allows for new reading material.

School Visits

Library staff are always available to speak to student groups on all aspects of library service - from library careers to story hour visits.

Story Hours

The Melita Library programs storyhours for pre-schoolers on special occassions.

Videos

The Library has videos available for loan. All videos are loaned free of charge. New videos are available approximately every 6-8 weeks.

Visits from Authors

Camilla Gryski, children's author and string artist, demonstrates string games to Melita audience.