Calgary’s Central Library turns five with large birthday celebration

Hundreds of people showed up to celebrate Calgary's Central Library's fifth birthday on Saturday, marking five years of it being a crucial community resource for the city.Hundreds of people showed up to celebrate Calgary’s Central Library’s fifth birthday on Saturday, marking five years of it being a crucial community resource for the city.

The building, located in the East Village neighbourhood, was completed on Nov. 1, 2018, to provide a commuity space for the city’s diverse residents. “It’s been very popular, very busy since we opened the doors at 9 a.m. this morning and activities are going on until 4 p.m. today,” said Steven Dohlman, events and program partnership lead at the Calgary Public Library, on Saturday.Mary Kapusta, director of communications and engagement at the Calgary Public Library, said the library is more than a space for people to read and check out books for free. It is also an essential service.

“I was there on opening day and we had so many dreams for what the library would become. … But one of the biggest achievements is Calgarians have embraced it as a landmark,” Kapusta said.Danielle Smith’s message could get ‘lost in the noise’: political scientistPembina Pipeline CEO needs certainty on Trans Mountain before considering an offer

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