PEACE RIVER MUNICIPAL LIBRARY MISSION STATEMENT

"Connecting clients to information, interests and recreation through technology and services."

HISTORY

The first library in Peace River was established by the IODE in 1934, funded through a profit of $90.00 raised by a production of the operetta "Oh Doctor" at the Boyd Theatre. The profit raised through several performances enabled the library to acquire shelves and books. Norman Sears was appointed librarian and the library was housed in the Town Hall. During the following years the library was manned entirely by volunteer staff. Many fine books were donated, some of which depicted the trials of the pioneers in the North Country of Peace River.

Until 1959, the library was designated a Community Library which limited the funds available to it. That year the taxpayers were petitioned to change the designation to Municipal Library thus enabling the library to claim more funds from bothprovincial and local governments. A move into the newly renovated Town Hall gave the library a much needed boost as did the custodianship of Mr. Ken Bowen and Mrs. Eve Whitmey. In 1982 the library moved into the vacant Health Unit building, its current location.

LIBRARY BOARD

Our board members consist of:

• Leslie Ayre-Jaschke, Chair
• Colin Needham, Town Council Representative
• Neil Martin, Vice Chair 
• Sharon Mallioux
• Sonia Rosychuk
• Megan Purcell
• Tina Halabisky

We welcome new board members. If you possess a love for reading and would like to provide input into our library direction and enhancement, this is a great way to participate with a small time commitment. All that is required is attendance of a monthly board meeting (ten months of the year) and participation in various events throughout the year. If you are interested in participating, please go to this link for an application form. http://peaceriver.net/council/boardsandcommittees