These are the best bookstores in Calgary to explore on a snowy day

Oct 30 2018, 2:37 am

Snowy days are perfect for sitting by the fire and reading a good book.

Luckily for all of us, there are many bookstores in YYC where you can let your imagination run wild, while you pick up a few new reads.

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We’ve put together a list of our favourites for you to check out while waiting for the snow to stop:

Pages Books on Kensington

An independent bookstore, Pages Books on Kensington is a cozy shop filled to the brim with a wide selection of books that are sure to hold something special. They sell new books, but you’re welcome to browse their used/bargain section too.

Where: 1135 Kensington Road NW
Contact: 403-283-6655
Hours: 

  • Monday: 11 am to 6 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 10 am to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am to 6 pm
  • Sunday: Noon to 5 pm

Shelf Life Books

 

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This bookstore will definitely have what you’re looking for. It is a funky little spot that’s put together almost like a yard sale. In addition to amazing books, they also offer literacy events for all ages in a dog-friendly environment.

Where: 1302 4th Street SW
Contact: 403-265-1033
Hours:

  • Monday: 10 am to 6 pm
  • Tuesday to Friday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am to 6 pm
  • Sunday: Noon to 5 pm

Owl’s Nest Bookstore

Calgary’s oldest indie bookstore, Owl’s Nest Bookstore has been open for 40 years. Not only do they offer a wide variety of books, but they also host many different literary events. They offer a 10% discount on books if you (truthfully) tell them your purchase is for a book club.

Where: 815A 49th Avenue SW
Contact: 403-287-9557
Hours: 
  • Monday to Thursday: 10 am to 6 pm
  • Friday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday: 9:30 am to 5 pm
  • Sunday: Noon to 4 pm

Books Between Friends

 

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This bookstore really is something special; it has been raising money for Calgary charities since 2003! They have over 50,000 used books in stock, and pocketbooks and kids books cost only $1 per item!

Where: 14, 3434 – 34th Avenue NE
Contact: 403-291-3855
Hours: 

  • Monday to Friday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am to 6 pm

Fair’s Fair Books

Operating since 1988, this bookstore gives you the opportunity to be “part” of their business, by selling or trading gently used books in their two locations. Visit the Inglewood store if you would like to sell your books, and the Chinook/Warehouse location if you want to trade your book in for another one.

Inglewood location

Where: 907 9th Avenue SE
Contact: 403-237-8156
Hours: 

  • Monday to Saturday: 10 am to 6 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm

Chinook/Warehouse location

Where: 104 61 Avenue SW
Contact: 403-255-4011
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm

Indigo

 

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Indigo is the country’s leading bookstore with locations all over the place. There are 11 stores where Calgarians can enjoy the best books of all times and a variety of creative products, such as items for your home and office.

Where: Various locations

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