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THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 6 MONDAY APRIL 6, 2020
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR MONDAY JUNE 29, 2020 PAGE 7
New Library Manager at Edson Public Library
by Cassie Kushniruk as he spent much of his elections committee for opportunity to make a
childhood flipping the Alberta Library. difference within the
“Libraries should be the through books at the Baird believes in Edson Public Library and
nexus for art, culture, University of Calgary's b u i l d i n g s t r o n g the Town of Edson in
l e a r n i n g a n d library. “My mother was community connections order to “help the library
communication within a student there so I spent a for libraries. In the past, move forward into the
the community,” said lot of time in the art libraries have been future”.
Edson Public Library's building and the library, involved in planning or Currently, the Edson
new Library Manager so the library is kind of participating in events, Public Library is closed
Michael Baird.“Libraries where I feel at home,” he including Canada Day to the public due to
are gateways to all the said. celebrations, rodeos, COVID-19 but will be
o t h e r w o n d e r f u l Over the years, Baird a g r i c u l t u r e f a i r s , offering curbside pickup
organizations in the has worked as the Library community Christmas from 10 am to 3 pm,
community, opening up Director for the Sundre celebrations, parent and Monday through Friday.
worlds of exploration and Municipal Library and e a r l y c h i l d h o o d “We are tentatively
discovery of everything also served as a Town development, school looking at an August 4
there is to experience.” Councillor for the Town fairs, 4H, medieval opening, but that's not set
The Edson Public of Sundre. Additionally, recreation events, free in stone yet because we Michael Baird is the Edson Public Library's new
L i b r a r y w e l c o m e s Baird worked at Olds comic book days, free don't have the sneeze Library Manager, bringing with him over 15 years
Michael Baird as its new College as a Collection game days, Mother's Day barriers or anything of experience working in libraries. photo submitted
Library Manager, who Management Librarian teas, etc. Beyond these installed yet,” Baird
brings with him a and Copyright Advisor events, libraries also noted.
diploma in Library and and was the Assessment provide a place for
Information Technology, and Technical Service groups and community
a B a c h e l o r ' s i n Coordinator for the service organizations to
Geographic Information Okanagan Regional meet.
Systems, a Master's of Library in Kelowna, B.C. “I see the library as the
Library and Information In the past, Baird has also central meeting point for
Science from San Jose served as a regional the entire community and
State University, and director for the Alberta really feel that it's a
o v e r 1 5 y e a r s o f L i b r a r y T r u s t e e s facilitator to bring the
experience working in Association, as the Chair community together,”
libraries. of the SAIT LIT program said Baird. “A library
Baird's love of libraries Advisory Committee, isn't just a dusty hole to
developed at a young age and also sat on the store dead trees; it is a
vibrant and engaged part
of the community that has
~ Obituary ~ something for everyone.”
Barney Dyck When asked what his
February 21, 1929 - June 19, 2020 favorite aspect of his new
role as Library Manager
In loving Memory of is, Baird replied,“I think
Barney Dyck, who passed the part I like most is
away peacefully on June 19, community building and
2020 at the age of 91 in d e v e l o p i n g t h o s e
relationships because it's
Edson, AB. rewarding when you can Rescheduled
Barney was born and raised see opportunities for both
in North Battleford, Sk. as the library and the other
well as Goodsoil, Sk. He moved to Edson AB organizations to grow YELLOWHEAD GAS CO-OP
in 1956. He worked as a Carpenter at numerous when you can synergize
Gas plants during construction. your abilities and your ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Left to mourn his loss are his loving wife of resources.”
65 years, Mabel Audrey Dyck (nee Bohn); sons Baird added that he also
Sidney, Bernard, Harvey (Rose); grandsons enjoys seeing people Tuesday, July14th, 2020 at 7:00 pm
Brian and Devon (Caroline); Daughter Irene make new discoveries
(Ernie); granddaughter Melissa (Dennis) and through books and also Galloway Station Museum
great grandsons Axel and Jake. loves seeing collections 223-55th Street, Edson
Due to COVID restrictions the family will grow and get utilized. He In order to adhere to CMOH guidelines
hold a small Memorial Service on July 2, 2020 added, “I also love seeing
at 1:00 PM at the Foothills Memorial Chapel in c h i l d r e n … i m a g i n e if you would like to attend please contact the office
Edson with Chaplain Garry Kuefler (OFS) whole worlds opened up at 780-723-4214
officiating. Interment will follow at the before them, and that's to book a seat at the AGM.
Glenwood Cemetery. something that a library
FINAL CARE ENTRUSTED TO can provide.”
FOOTHILLS MEMORIAL CHAPEL Going forward, Baird is
A Division Of The Caring Group Corp. We appreciate your understanding.
Edson 780.723.3575 Hinton 780.865.1234 e x c i t e d f o r t h e
www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
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THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 6 MONDAY APRIL 6, 2020
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR MONDAY JUNE 29, 2020 PAGE 7
New Library Manager at Edson Public Library
by Cassie Kushniruk as he spent much of his elections committee for opportunity to make a
childhood flipping the Alberta Library. difference within the
“Libraries should be the through books at the Baird believes in Edson Public Library and
nexus for art, culture, University of Calgary's b u i l d i n g s t r o n g the Town of Edson in
l e a r n i n g a n d library. “My mother was community connections order to “help the library
communication within a student there so I spent a for libraries. In the past, move forward into the
the community,” said lot of time in the art libraries have been future”.
Edson Public Library's building and the library, involved in planning or Currently, the Edson
new Library Manager so the library is kind of participating in events, Public Library is closed
Michael Baird.“Libraries where I feel at home,” he including Canada Day to the public due to
are gateways to all the said. celebrations, rodeos, COVID-19 but will be
o t h e r w o n d e r f u l Over the years, Baird a g r i c u l t u r e f a i r s , offering curbside pickup
organizations in the has worked as the Library community Christmas from 10 am to 3 pm,
community, opening up Director for the Sundre celebrations, parent and Monday through Friday.
worlds of exploration and Municipal Library and e a r l y c h i l d h o o d “We are tentatively
discovery of everything also served as a Town development, school looking at an August 4
there is to experience.” Councillor for the Town fairs, 4H, medieval opening, but that's not set
The Edson Public of Sundre. Additionally, recreation events, free in stone yet because we Michael Baird is the Edson Public Library's new
L i b r a r y w e l c o m e s Baird worked at Olds comic book days, free don't have the sneeze Library Manager, bringing with him over 15 years
Michael Baird as its new College as a Collection game days, Mother's Day barriers or anything of experience working in libraries. photo submitted
Library Manager, who Management Librarian teas, etc. Beyond these installed yet,” Baird
brings with him a and Copyright Advisor events, libraries also noted.
diploma in Library and and was the Assessment provide a place for
Information Technology, and Technical Service groups and community
a B a c h e l o r ' s i n Coordinator for the service organizations to
Geographic Information Okanagan Regional meet.
Systems, a Master's of Library in Kelowna, B.C. “I see the library as the
Library and Information In the past, Baird has also central meeting point for
Science from San Jose served as a regional the entire community and
State University, and director for the Alberta really feel that it's a
o v e r 1 5 y e a r s o f L i b r a r y T r u s t e e s facilitator to bring the
experience working in Association, as the Chair community together,”
libraries. of the SAIT LIT program said Baird. “A library
Baird's love of libraries Advisory Committee, isn't just a dusty hole to
developed at a young age and also sat on the store dead trees; it is a
vibrant and engaged part
of the community that has
~ Obituary ~ something for everyone.”
Barney Dyck When asked what his
February 21, 1929 - June 19, 2020 favorite aspect of his new
role as Library Manager
In loving Memory of is, Baird replied,“I think
Barney Dyck, who passed the part I like most is
away peacefully on June 19, community building and
2020 at the age of 91 in d e v e l o p i n g t h o s e
relationships because it's
Edson, AB. rewarding when you can Rescheduled
Barney was born and raised see opportunities for both
in North Battleford, Sk. as the library and the other
well as Goodsoil, Sk. He moved to Edson AB organizations to grow YELLOWHEAD GAS CO-OP
in 1956. He worked as a Carpenter at numerous when you can synergize
Gas plants during construction. your abilities and your ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Left to mourn his loss are his loving wife of resources.”
65 years, Mabel Audrey Dyck (nee Bohn); sons Baird added that he also
Sidney, Bernard, Harvey (Rose); grandsons enjoys seeing people Tuesday, July14th, 2020 at 7:00 pm
Brian and Devon (Caroline); Daughter Irene make new discoveries
(Ernie); granddaughter Melissa (Dennis) and through books and also Galloway Station Museum
great grandsons Axel and Jake. loves seeing collections 223-55th Street, Edson
Due to COVID restrictions the family will grow and get utilized. He In order to adhere to CMOH guidelines
hold a small Memorial Service on July 2, 2020 added, “I also love seeing
at 1:00 PM at the Foothills Memorial Chapel in c h i l d r e n … i m a g i n e if you would like to attend please contact the office
Edson with Chaplain Garry Kuefler (OFS) whole worlds opened up at 780-723-4214
officiating. Interment will follow at the before them, and that's to book a seat at the AGM.
Glenwood Cemetery. something that a library
FINAL CARE ENTRUSTED TO can provide.”
FOOTHILLS MEMORIAL CHAPEL Going forward, Baird is
A Division Of The Caring Group Corp. We appreciate your understanding.
Edson 780.723.3575 Hinton 780.865.1234 e x c i t e d f o r t h e
www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
WE WANT YOUR QUALITY TRADE! WE WANT TO EARN YOUR BUSINESS!
WE WANT YOUR QUALITY TRADE!
All-Wheel-Drive SUVs
Starting at $157 bi-weekly OAC.
Call us about home delivery and other service options WE WANT TO EARN YOUR BUSINESS!
We’re here. We’re open. We’re ready to lend a hand to our friends and neighbours
WE WORK 780-542-4438
IN THIS COMMUNITY! THE BEST DEALS
WE LIVE ON NEW FORD VEHICLES 1-866-841-3673
IN THIS COMMUNITY! 5214 POWER CENTRE BLVD
WE ARE LOCAL! GUARANTEED! DRAYTON VALLEY, AB
WE WANT YOUR QUALITY TRADE! WE WANT TO EARN YOUR BUSINESS!
