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Logan Flint

Heartstrings Home and Decor in Smithers will soon be the Public Library’s new home.

The town announced the acquisition today (Friday) using funds from the Northwest Resource Benefits Alliance.

$500,000 raised by the Friends of the Smithers Library is also going towards the purchase.

“We are thrilled to be advancing one of our strategic priorities this term – exploring options for a new Library,” said Mayor Gladys Atrill.

Over the past 15 years, the library board and friends have been fundraising to purchase a new, functional, and accessible facility that meets the growing needs of the community.

“This building is more than twice the size of our current location, providing significantly more space to support community needs and offer new opportunities,” said Christine Tessier, Smithers Public Library Board Chair.

The town will take over the building next year after Heartstrings moves into their new Main Street location, where Central Square Medical Clinic is currently located.

Public input will be sought by the town as planning begins for the new space to determine how the space will be used.