New Calgary Public Library - field study November 7th, 2018

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The new downtown Central Library had JUST freshly opened when we went to it on November 7th.  We had a tour of the children's section first, and then explored in small groups with our parent volunteers.  It's a huge space, and very beautiful.  Some students checked out books, and we think we will be back again later on in the year!
 



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