Spring is blooming with new opportunities at the Martensville Library! The annual Community Seed Library is now officially open. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, you are invited to explore, borrow, and share seeds with others in the community.
How the Seed Library Works – The seed library is a free program designed to encourage gardening, sustainability, and community sharing. Here’s how you can take part:
• Borrow Seeds: Simply drop by the library and browse the selection. Seeds are organized both by type—such as vegetables, herbs, fruits, and flowers—and alphabetically by common name. Each packet includes planting details when available. Borrowers are welcome to take up to five seed packets at a time.
• Donate Seeds: Got extra seeds? Donate them to the Community Seed Library.
Unopened or leftover commercial seed packets
Home-harvested seeds (as long as they’ve been properly cleaned and dried)
Please note – Seeds must be no more than three years old and seeds listed on the Saskatchewan Noxious Weeds list will not be accepted.
To donate:
• Commercially packaged seeds: Drop them off at the circulation desk.
• Harvested or loose seeds: Please complete a Seed Intake Form with basic plant information and growing instructions, then submit the form and seeds at the circulation desk. Staff will then prepare and label the packets for others to borrow.
Easter Colouring Contest 2025
Also returning this spring is the Easter Colouring Contest – back by popular demand! Pick up a colouring page at the library and decorate your Easter egg masterpiece. Once complete, return your finished page by Tuesday, April 15th to be entered into the draw.
Ten lucky participants will win chocolate bunnies, generously donated by the Martensville & District Lions Club (chocolate bunnies may contain nuts).
This contest is open to children 12 years and under, with one entry allowed per child. Winners will be selected by a random draw on Wednesday, April 16th and will be notified by phone.
Stop by the Martensville Library to see what other fun opportunities they have available for local residents, or follow them on social media for regular updates.
