Library Cards
Library cards must be renewed annually.
Office Services
Printing and Photocopying costs:
B&W Letter (8.5 x 11)………..0.25………….0.45
B&W Legal (8.5 x 14)………..0.35…………..0.65
 Government issued ID and proof of current address are required.
 Card fees may be waived at the discretion of the Library Director or designate; proof of financial hardship may be required.
Fines
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 Lost and damaged items replacement cost
 Repairable damage $2
B&W Poster (11 x 17)………..0.50…………..1.00 Colour (any size)……………...1.00…………..1.95
Scan to email: Per file sent to email address……………………….1.00
*On scanning glass = same as printing + 0.50 per page
Fax currently unavailable.
Computers & Internet
Public access computers are available. Ninety minute sessions are available by drop in. If you require more than 90 minutes, please book ahead of time by calling 780-624-4076.
You do not need to have a library card to use the public computers.
Free Wi-Fi is also available. Ask at the circulation desk for login information.
Exam Proctoring
If you need to write an exam for distance education, we offer proctoring. There is a fee of $40 for this service. Please contact the Library two weeks or more before the exam date to book your appointment. Appointments available Wednesday to Friday at 9:00am or 1: 00pm Contact Bev at: librarytech@prmlibrary.ab.ca or phone 780-624-4076.
June 2024
Do I Have To?
It’s an opportunity not an obligation. It’s time to have your say on library services and programming. Take advantage of this short survey to let us know what we can do that’s new and better! It won’t take long (maybe ten minutes) and you can be an important part of making our library better for everyone.
Use the QR code above or click the link at prmlibrary.ab.ca/ News/Library-Survey
Hours of Operation
Tuesday: 10am to 5pm
Wednesday: 10am to 8pm Thursday: 10am to 8pm
Friday: 10am to 5pm
Saturday: 10am to 5pm
May 31 Closed For staff training
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Senior………………….….…….Free
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Replacement Card………....……$6
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REGULAR PROGRAMS
Story Time will return in September!
June 4th & 11th from 3:45 to 4:45pm. For avid and reluctant readers alike. For ages 7-10. Register monthly. Space is limited. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events.
Wednesdays from 3:45 to 5:00pm. Current session runs January to June. For ages 7 to 12. Last meeting is June 12th. Watch for the next session in September.
Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:00pm. Current session runs January to June. For ages 7 to 12. Last meeting is June 13th. Watch for the next session in September.
Thursdays starting June 6th from 6 to 7:30pm. Join the Crafty Knitwits as they begin a Peace River chapter of their international crafting group! Bring your project and enjoy and evening with other handiwork enthusiasts. Drop-in.
Our campaign is finished for now but watch for a new game to be launched in September!
June 1st & 15th from 1 to 2pm
This month we will be discussing The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton on June 1st with Flynn and All Out edited by Saundra Mitchell on June 15th with Annelise. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events
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Story Time: Kids’Science Afterschool Club: Kids’Board GameAfterschool Club: Kids’Book Club: Mongoose’s Traveller: YABook Club: Crafty Knitwits: 11 LIBRARY SPONSORS
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IN THEART GALLERY
Annual Indigenous Art Show
May 23 to June 21
Come to view, celebrate, and experience the artwork and pieces created and contributed by local IndigenousArtists.
The show will conclude with a closing reception on June 21st (National Indigenous Peoples Day)
Nerf Wars:
REGULAR PROGRAMS
June 7th from 4:45 to 6pm. For ages 9+. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events for individual sessions. Additional waivers required (submitted annually) and can be submitted to programs@prmlibrary.ab.ca or dropped off at the library.
Dungeons and Dragons:
Beading Circle:
June 8th & 22nd from 11am to 2pm. Join us to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons. Beginners and experts welcome.
June 8th and 22nd from 1 to 4:30pm. Join Priscilla for an afternoon of beading and learning from each other. Bring your own supplies or purchase a kit for $10.
Chess Club:
TREX : Come What May
June 27 to July 24
Artists: Brandon Bilhete, Byron McBride, and Gary McMillan
The TREX exhibition Come What May features the work of three artists who, through a focus on fantasy and imagination in their creative endeavors, reflect on the world as they find it or create new worlds which may envision a different course for the human race.
The exhibition Come What May was curated by Shane Golby and organized by theArt Gallery ofAlberta for theAlberta Foundation for theArts Travelling Exhibition Program. The
Bookmobile—
Heritage Tower:
June 8th & 22nd from 2:30 to 4pm. For players of all ages from beginner to experienced, we invite you to join us to learn and play chess together. Enjoy socialization, snacks, and a mental workout as you learn, practice, and improve your chess skills. No registration is required for this drop-in program.
June 11th at 2:30 (Heritage Tower). Tammy will be bringing items to residents of Heritage Tower. Meet her in person to pick up your items and browse other selections. To become a Bookmobile patron, please call the library at 780624-4076.
Talking Buddies:
June 12th from 6:30 to 7:30pm. Join Michelle as she leads this multicultural group to practice English and learn about each other’s cultures. We will meet to chat, learn, and grow together. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events.
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Young Teen Book Club:
REGULAR PROGRAMS
June 15th from 2:30 to 3:30pm. For ages 11 to 14. Each meeting will have social time, book discussion, and activities. We will be reading City of Embers by Jeanne DuPrau. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events.
Bookmobile—
Points West:
June 25th at 1:30 (Points West) Tammy will be bringing items to residents of Points West. Meet her in person to pick up your items and browse other selections. To become a Bookmobile patron, please call the library at 780-624-4076.
Adult Book Club:
Peace River Powwow:
June 1st & 2nd at the Peace RiverAg Society grounds.
June 26th at 6:45pm. Time to get down to some serious intellectual discussion but probably not! Join Anne for some book chat and social time. (You can still come if you didn’t finish the book.) Books available at the circulation desk. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events
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Say hello to your library friends while enjoying this year’s Peace River Powwow.
FRN Teddy Bear Picnic:
June 13th at the Baytex Centre from 10am to 2pm.
Bring your preschoolers to this community event and don’t forget to stop for a story at the library space!
BOOK CLUBS
Kids’Book Club
June 4th & 11th from 3:45 to 4:45pm.
This month we will be reading Owls in the Family by Farley Mowat. Go to prmlibrary.ab.ca/events to register.
Young Teen Book Club (Ages 11-14)
June 15th at 2:30 to 3:30pm.
This month we will be reading The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau. Go to prmlibrary.ab.ca/events to register. This will be our last meeting until September.
Adult Monthly Book Club
June 26th at 6:45pm.
Teen Book Club (Ages 15-19)
June 1st & 15th from 1 to 2pm
This month we will be discussing The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton on June 1st with Flynn and All Out edited by Saundra Mitchell with Annelise. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events
This month we will be discussing Welcome to Beach town by Susan Wiggs and Finding My Virginity by Richard Branson. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events and pick up your book at the circulation desk.
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COMING THIS SUMMER!
Summer Book Blast
Coming to a park near you!
July 3rd to August 23rd from 10:30 to 11:30am.
• Story Time
• Fun games
• Free book giveaway
Tuesdays Baldwin Court Park
Wesnesdays Lower West Park
Thursdays Kinsmen Park
Fridays Saddleback Park.
*Program will not run during rain, thunderstorms, in temperatures above 30°C, or on days with poor air quality.
Club
Sessions start July 3rd, 4th, & 5th.
Ages 4-6 Wed 1:30 to 3pm
Ages 7-9 Thurs 1 to 3pm
Ages 10-13 Fri 1to 3pm.
Registration starts June 1st at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events
Reading is out of this world!
Newcomer Nexus Community Gathering:
SPECIALEVENTS
June 6th from 4 to 7pm at Kinsmen Park. Information about services for newcomers to Canada, a BBQ, and activities for children.
Pokémon PD Day:
Father’s Day Nerf Wars:
June 7th from 1 to 3:30pm. Pokemon fans ages 7 and up are invited to spend their PD Day afternoon training at the Peace River Municipal Library. (Age 6 welcome with parent participation.) Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events.
June 14th. Session 1 from 4:45 to 6pm. Session 2 from 6:15 to 7:30pm Sign up with your dad or other father figure for a special Father’s Day Nerf War! Two sessions to choose from. Ages 9+ Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events.
Peace River Blanket Exercise:
Bugs! - Take Home Kit:
June 24th at 5:30pm. The Peace River Aboriginal Interagency Committee and facilitators will be using a localized script to the Peace Region. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events.
Pick up June 27th. Your kit will include 5 library books, one library PG movie, a craft, and snacks. Active library card required. Register at prmlibrary.ab.ca/events
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JUNE 2024
up Bug Kits. FRN Teddy Bear Picnic at Baytex Centre Library closed for staff training
the Peace River Powwow. 4:45 to 7:30pm Father’s Day Nerf Wars
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