The development of a designated outdoor space is underway at the Main Branch of the Lethbridge Public Library. (Photo: LNN on October 3, 2023)

By Justin Goulet

New outdoor space in development at downtown Lethbridge library

Oct 3, 2023 | 4:04 PM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – Development is underway on a new designated outdoor space at the library in downtown Lethbridge.

The Lethbridge Public Library said the space at its Main Branch will be a multi-purpose area for all ages with recreation elements. The space will also incorporate Indigenous knowledge.

The outdoor space will be adjacent to the parking lot/children’s entrance and will incorporate the existing Millennium Garden. Elements that will be featured in the space include:

• Seating
• Programming equipment that officials said will “inspire creativity, imagination, sensory, active and quiet play through music, art, building, adventure, nature and science-based activities”
• Garden containers with plants native to the area
• Tables for activities
• Locally-created art
• Informational panels

Terra Plato, CEO of the Lethbridge Public Library said, “The development and re-activation of this space, designed to offer a different type of outdoor play space, will support downtown revitalization efforts by attracting people to the Library’s Main Branch.”

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“It remains our utmost priority to provide a welcoming, safe and inclusive space for all members of our community to enjoy.”

A rendering of the outdoor space. (Photo: Lethbridge Public Library)

The space is expected to open in the spring of 2024. Officials said to ensure it maintains a high standard of cleanliness and safety, access will only be available during the operating hours of the library.

Construction has begun and will be ongoing for the next few months.

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