"A COUNTRY WITHOUT LIBRARIES IS LIKE A HOUSE WITHOUT WINDOWS".
Cit. Heinrich Mann
The Library
The ‘Angelo Masci’ Civic Library, established in 1981 and located in the charming Palazzo Bugliari, constitutes a valuable cultural heritage.
About SANTA SOFIA D'EPIRO
Santa Sofia d’Epiro preserves the roots of the Arbëreshe culture. The village maintains linguistic traditions, the Byzantine-Greek rite
The books
The Public Library in Santa Sofia houses a vast collection of thousands of bibliographic units, reflecting the cultural diversity of the Arbëreshe community
What do you find in the library?
The ‘Agelo Masci’ civic library boasts a substantial collection of fiction and non-fiction books, as well as the largest collection of material related to ethnic minorities in Calabria: the Arbereshe, Grecanici and Occitani. In addition, the library, which is equipped with other sections covering the entire world of knowledge, also uses a rich selection of books for children and young people (under 16) and a selection of imperdlbill graphic novels and comics for all ages.
WHAT ARE YOU DOING IN THE LIBRARY?
The library in Santa Sofia d’Epiro is at the cutting edge of technology. In addition to consulting volumes, it is possible to access the internet, use the PC and multimedia stations for research and much more.
WHAT ARE YOU DOING IN THE LIBRARY?
The library in Santa Sofia d’Epiro is at the cutting edge of technology. In addition to consulting volumes, it is possible to access the internet, use the PC and multimedia stations for research and much more.
A space for sharing
In the Library you can browse books, newspapers comics. You can study, surf the Internet and do research.
Book lending
Library books are borrowed. By notifying the library of the loan, you can take the book home for as long as necessary
The card
To apply for a loan you must first register for the service. If you are a minor, you must be accompanied by your parents.
Cultural workshops
The library of Santa Sofia d’Epiro in cooperation with various local associations organises cultural workshops in Language, Music and Theatre. Here are some photos of past events.
Cultural workshops
The library of Santa Sofia d’Epiro in cooperation with various local associations organises cultural workshops in Language, Music and Theatre. Here are some photos of past events.
