We’re almost there! While construction is nearly complete, we still have shelving and furniture to arrive. Plus, we have a lot of books to move around to make everything ready for you! The library will be closed June 3 through June 15 for these final big changes. When we reopen on Monday, June 17, both floors will be open, with all collections available to browse. We can’t wait for you to see the whole space! Summer Reading and our summer events will also begin on June 17. Consider June 17 our soft opening—some final details and finishes will be added over the next few months, and we'll hold a Grand Opening in the fall. |
Some of the barriers on the 2nd floor are down, although the stairway will remain blocked off until we rejoin the two main floors into a fully-open library again. Believe us, we're just as anxious for that day as you! The work is actually a bit ahead of schedule. The primary obstacle we're facing right now is the delays in delivery of construction materials, shelving, and furniture. Once those things arrive, we'll be down to the punch list. The Green County Genealogical Society was able to move back into their quarters on the lower level this past week. They're glad to be home, but it will take them a while to get oriented and unpacked. We're sure they are as eager to welcome the public to their new space as we are. When the construction is essentially done, we will close for a week to get everything back into place so the team can get their bearings one again. There will be a lot of moving and rewiring to be done at that time. Punch list work will continue for a few weeks after reopening. We want to thank all of our patrons and donors for their patience during this time. We're almost there! |
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