Library Renovations 2025-2026
"The improvements we have been working on this year represent a significant investment in our community and the usability of our library. While we apologize for the inconvenience during the ongoing construction at the Library, these renovations will create spaces that better serve you while protecting our building and collections."
- Miriam Andrus, Library Director
Library Closed
The Library will be closed to prepare for our full reopening. We invite all community members to come see our awesome new spaces the following week! Phones will be open to speak to a staff member Monday through Thursday from 9am to 5pm, and Friday from 10am to 5pm.
Feb. 16-21
Library closed for final preparations
February 23-28
Open House Week
Here's what we'll be hard at work on!
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A new conference room in the lower level
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A new kitchenette for parents and children in the YS area
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New carpeting on the mezzanine
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A more accessible mothers room
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A centralized printing and public computer area
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New shelving in the large print area
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New seating near the fireplace
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New furniture for parents and children in the lower level
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A new holds/reserves shelf in the main lobby
10/28/2025
Additional funds have allowed for even more improvements!
Roof (Completed Sept.-Nov. 2025)
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Full replacement
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Long overdue (current roof is from June 2001)
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Becoming critical to fix
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Adding new study pods for tutoring, working, and studying at the library
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Create more spaces specifically for focusing
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Noise reduction throughout the library
Study pods (In Progress Jan. 2026)
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Moving to main floor alongside other adult services
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33% more space! More room for classes, increased registration limits, and working on projects
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Closer access to water and restrooms
Moving the MidLab
(Jan. - Feb. 2026)
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Relocating genealogy space for better preservation
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Increase the Tween area
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Moving collections to increase access for patrons
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Creating better seating and reading spaces throughout the library
Other items (Jan. - Feb. 2026)
Thank you for your patience as we work on these projects.