The Gates Public Library has been closed for weeks. The old building was maxed out and crumbling. So they decided to build a new building and expand. Lucky us - it is just around the corner from our house. Today is the first day they are open (not the grand opening, just the practice run). Drew begs to go, and I agree. I would like to see the new digs.
It is a beautiful open light filled airy structure filled with low shelving and big labels. Lots of people are wandering about appreciating the collections. Librarians are in place, smiling despite all the little things that still need to be finished. One librarian told me they just got the computers installed the evening before.
I can tell they will have a lot of traffic in here. The place is set up for all kinds of activities and there are new resources. The Monroe County Library System is celebrating 100 years of existence, and what better way to celebrate than to open a new branch building. I am delighted that Drew likes it so well and spends time exploring. I think he might actually come here on his own. Fantastic!
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