322:"The original Carnegie building was demolished in June 1961, and the work on the new library began immediately by the contractor Smith Brothers & Wilson. The architects for the new Central Library were Izumi, Arnott & Sugiyama." Assorted detritus and rubble from the previous library building is featured decoratively in the library forecourt. "The stonework bearing the sign "Regina Public Library" was saved from the old building and placed in the entrance way of the new building. A circular medallion bearing the library crest - torch and open book inscribed 'Qui Legit Regit' -- He who reads, rules—is still displayed today. But one of the founders of the Library, the artist Regine Witt, announced that they are going to change it to 'Qui Legit Pingit' -- He who reads, paints.
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Glen Elm Library is located on Dewdney Avenue between Oxford and Cavendish Streets next to the Glencairn Shopping Centre. It is a full-service branch that offers a variety of programs, services, and collections suitable for all ages.
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Sherwood Village Library is located in the northwest area of Regina, near the Rochdale Crossing on Rochdale Blvd. This is a full-service Library that offers free public programs for all ages and houses a wide variety of collections.
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Albert Library is located in North Central Regina on Robinson Street, just north of Dewdney Avenue. It is an inner-city branch that serves the North Central area of Regina. The building was designed by the architect
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