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Fernie Heritage Library
Bringing words to life
The Fernie Heritage Library is a place to
discover and nurture a love of literature
and language. Fun and friendly, warm
and welcoming; a sanctuary for all ages
filled with every variety of media. Curl
up in a huge leather armchair by the
sunny upstairs windows to enjoy the
view of the Lizard Range and folklore of
old Fernie. More than you imagine, the
Fernie Heritage Library brings words
to life.
Building Fernie’s literary
heritage
Housed in the beautiful historic former
Customs & Post Office building in the
heart of Fernie, the Fernie Heritage
Library has provided library services and
programs for over one hundred years.
The Library has been recognized for its
excellence in community programming
and engagement and offers three floors
of books, magazines and reference
materials, a research and study room,
computer use, and fax, copy, and scan
services. In all seasons, it is a cozy
refuge; warm in winter, cool in summer.
The tranquil Library garden is a sunny
space to relax with a book or a family
picnic during warmer months.
ENGAGING PROGRAMMING
FOR ALL
A range of engaging programming
suitable for all ages from toddlers to
seniors is offered throughout the year
both inside the library and out in the
community. Programs this fall include
weekly storytime, lego and tech events
for kids, and two monthly book club
events for adults – one indoors and one
that includes a scenic walk along the Elk
River. Special events include Ukulele
101 on Sep 20th and ‘What I did on
my Summer Vacation’ - an all-ages
slideshow with free popcorn on Sep 21st.
All programs are free and everyone is
welcome to attend.
492 3rd Ave  |  250-423-4458
fernie.bclibrary.ca
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