The busy new library

The Grand Opening on November 21st drew over 700 area residents and local dignitaries. Since then, the library has been hopping! In the first two open weeks, circulation of books and other materials was 24% higher than the same time last year. People are happily using the new self-checkout machine to borrow materials and all of the many types of chairs usually have someone in them. Students are finding the right spaces to study, work on school projects or homework, and do research. Our computers, collections, and program rooms are also being well-used.

As those who have visited in the past few weeks are well aware, we had some issues with our heating and cooling systems – especially during that first cold snap of the season. Fortunately, this issue has been resolved enough for the library to once again be at a comfortable temperature. We are continuing to work at a long term resolution.

Deb Thomas, Deputy Chief Librarian

Library Board Chair Iqbal Dhanani, Mayor Derek Corrigan and Councilor Dan Johnston unveil the Tommy Douglas plaque