Public Library a Treasure Trove of Services for Community

The Moose Jaw Public Library is lucky to be located in the midst of the welcoming greenery of Crescent Park, a perfect setting for the many services offered within the walls of the building. Most people just think of books and other reading materials when they think about the library, but the MJPL has also built collections of CDs, DVDs, and even video games that patrons can check out using their library card. Patrons can also access titles through the interlibrary loan system, which are shipped to the local branch and made available for pickup, and those unable to leave their homes for various reasons can request the library’s outreach service to deliver their materials.

The Public Library is located inside Crescent Park, on the corner of Athabasca Street East and Langdon Crescent. Overdrive offers library patrons access to e-books on their computers, smartphones, or e-reader devices. The seed library is a unique feature, where anyone can borrow or leave seeds of all kinds to share with the community. The Library also offers a number of computers free to use, as well as printing services. The MJPL Archives are located on the main floor of the building and are filled with historical documents, maps, photos and old newspapers that are free to access. Library patrons also have access to a number of virtual resources through the public library, all of which are free. Several research databases are accessible with a library membership. The MJPL Archives are a useful re source for anyone looking into the history of Moose Jaw and area. This also includes streaming service Kanopy, which was TV shows, movies, and kids programming to stream. Creative Bug features craft projects and ideas, and Hoopla has access to video streaming, magazines, and movies. The bank of public computers at the Library are available anytime dur ing the building’s open hours. Lynda.com is a site filled with instructional videos on various industries and topics. Mango Languages has lessons and exercises to help patrons learn a new language. TumbleBooks offers a library of children’s books, and PressReader has lists of magazines available online. Library staff also hosts numerous child, teen and adult programs every week, which are always free and open to the public. The Children’s Department organizes

things like storytime sessions,

The Public Library offers more than just rows on rows of books — but they have those too. crafts, theme weeks and more for kids. Adult programming offers a variety of activities as well, like meditation hours, bi-weekly board game sessions, technology help sessions, and more. Every summer ushers in the summer reading program, with prizes available to win for both teens and adults, as well as the chil

dren’s day programming to keep

The seed library has many different varieties of vegetable, flower, and herb seeds available to “borrow.” the kids entertained and learning while school is out. Obtaining a library card can be done at the front desk of the Moose Jaw Public Library. Additionally, that card can be used at any Saskatchewan public library location in the province. The list of offered programming is available online at moosejawlibrary.ca or questions about services can be directed to the front desk by calling (306) 692-2787.