Fernie & Elk Valley Culture Guide Issue 2 Fall 2016 | Page 18

Fernie
Heritage
Library

The Fernie Heritage Library has been
a centre of the community of Fernie,
providing library service and programs,
for over one hundred years. Housed
in a beautiful historic building in the
heart of Fernie, the Library offers
a welcoming and inviting space for
discovery, inspiration, and recreation.
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 include reading
groups and book launches, children’s
activities inspired by literature, and
special events such as the Earth Day
Celebrations and Lego Engineers Day. 
Library programs are free and welcome
to all, and library service is available to
residents and visitors alike. The Library
offers 3 floors of books, magazines, and
reference materials, plus a research
and study room, computer services,
faxing, photocopying and scanning.
The Library Book Bike is a regular sight
at local events and gathering places
throughout the summer and fall. The
Library Gardens provide a relaxing spot
for reading, with spectacular views of
the Lizard Range and Mt Fernie.

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As well as regular programming,
the Fernie Heritage Library hosts
community events such as the wildly
successful Booked! Fernie Writers’
Series, a reading series which brings a
number of Canada’s top literary talents
to Fernie for popular receptions.  Fernie
has a strong history of supporting
the literary arts and has become a
favourite destination among authors.
Enthusiastic and informed audiences,
complimented by the gorgeous heritage
building in a beautiful mountain setting,
make for a welcoming environment
for authors from coast to coast. The
library also hosts popular events for the
community such as the Bibbity Bobbity
Boo Children’s Festival, the Lemonade
Social, and the Halloween Howler.
492 3rd Ave | 250-423-4458
fernie.bclibrary.ca