Library refresh news

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       The renovations at the Cascade Library are nearing completion, with staff expected to receive temporary occupancy in early June. This includes reopening the external book drop on June 9 and shifting staff to allow for printing access, according to Lulu Brown, Cascade branch manager. 

      “There have been a few delays in receiving materials held in ports, which has impacted some of the tile in bathrooms, furniture, and library shelves,” she said. “But, the project remains within budget, and we even anticipate having some capacity to update the staff entrance, add ceiling tile in spaces that are out of scope, add in booklights, and address a few minor challenges outside of the scope of the project. 

      Brown said that they anticipate having a soft opening on June 30 to provide library patrons with access to full library services. The “official” grand opening is currently slated for July 23 at 5:30. But, library staff will be giving patrons a sneak preview into the revamped library during the following programs:

·  June 16 from 4-6 pm (KDL Lab)

·  June 17 from 9:30 am – 5 pm (Babytime)

·  June 17 from 1:30-3:30 pm (Teen Program)

·  June 17 from 4-6 pm (Nature Adventurers)

·  June 18 from 4-6 pm (Pokémon Club)

·  June 24 from 9:30-11 am (Babytime)

·  June 25 from 1:30-6 pm (Girls Who Code, Kids Zone)

      She added that the branch will be closed as of June 19 so that staff and Friends volunteers can focus their time on putting books back on shelves and preparing the library for its soft opening. Friends President Joe David said that volunteers are even more excited about the expanded “Chapter Two Bookstore” now that they can actually see it.

      “In addition to giving us more shelving to offer a wider variety of books, we’re going to have a cozy nook for children to shop for their favorite books,” he said. “I think library patrons are really going to love what we’ve done to the store.”

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