Building:
The library features a reading area by a fireplace lounge, work-study carrels, and aesthetically pleasing diagonal shelving arrangements. The library is just over 8,000 square feet.
Features:
A family and seniors oriented, accessible, customer service driven library. Access to Wi-Fi, internet stations, word processors, and printer / photocopier. Wide variety of programs for children as well as adults, with a special focus on social inclusion clubs and learning opportunities for aging adults, including digital literacy (from basic Internet classes to personal assistance with personal devices). The library features a large meeting room that can be booked through the Township of Langley.
Location:
Located in Murrayville Shopping Plaza (together with the Murrayville Pub) at the corner of 48 Avenue and 221 Street in Murrayville, Langley. It is one block west of the RCMP station. Accessible by public transit (see Translink).
Parking:
There is ample free parking in shopping mall parking lot.
Interesting Tips:
- The library used to be a grocery store.
- The library is known throughout the community for the number of social clubs that meet at the library – from artist clubs to coffee chat clubs.
- Library Live and On Tour is an innovative, stereotype-shattering literacy initiative developed by Fraser Valley Regional Library that “delivers the library” to people who do not know about libraries or have some obstacle to visiting them.
- The Playground at FVRL offers customers of all ages free access to fun and engaging STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) related learning experiences. The Playground features lending collections and in-library experiences.