Mayerthorpe is proud of its community. Surrounded by picturesque rolling hills, steeped in rich agricultural history, and bustling with friendly businesses and engaging recreational activities – this town truly is Everybody's Community. Many have chosen M
Sangudo Public Library is a member of Yellowhead Regional Library. Sangudo Public Library is also a member of The Regional Automation Consortium (TRAC) and of The Alberta Library (TAL). Our participation in The Alberta Library gives our patrons access to 15 million items in over 230 Alberta libraries.
The Whitecourt & District Public Library Board is made up of up to seven members, including five from the general public and one from both the Town of Whitecourt and Woodlands County Councils.
Our computers are equipped with high speed internet and are used often by community people at no charge. We have a collection of over 10,000 items in our own library and access to over 15 million more in over 230 Alberta libraries through our interlibrary loan system.
The Barrhead Library started as a community library in December of 1950 with a $200 donation from the estate of homesteader Jack McKerracher and additional government grants. Over the years the library has been moved to various locations, always within the school grounds.