The presentation also profiled in brief some of the work of the Friends of the Library – dedicated volunteers who champion their local branches. For example, Bev and Claudette Marr offered several ...

Togman noted that according to library statistics, 10,000 more children attended library programs in 2024 than in 2023.

The program is funded by the Hunt Club Community Association, which secures the room rental. Sabine said she has spent her own money on books and puppets to support the program.

Kirsten Wurmann, a librarian and program co-ordinator with the Manitoba Library Association, isn't surprised to see the increased number of safety incidents. "This coincides exactly with the ...