November 14

One of my favorite places in the neighbourhood… Is it an exclusive nightclub? A glamorous boutique? A trendy fusion restaurant? No, not even close. It’s the Swiss Cottage Library! (If there was any question about me being a complete nerd now let there be no doubt).

Libraries in general combine two things I love: 1. books and 2. getting stuff for free. But the Swiss Cottage library in particular is like the mother of public libraries – it covers two floors and has separate arts and science wings. Along with an extensive book collection, it has a great range of CDs and DVDs to rent, a children’s library, a gallery and a healthy food café. On a non-descript Tuesday at least I can look forward to popping in after work and coming back with something new to liven up the mid-week.