Construction Photos IV -- almost done

The work on the branch is almost complete! A "soft opening" is scheduled for January 4, 2010 when the Library Board of Trustees, sponsors and the Friends group can view the lovely, new building.The Whiteford Friends group advocated for the renovations for several years and contributed $25,000 towards the construction project. The grand opening should be in February.

This is a view as you walk through the front door. It is beautiful!

The reference desk to the left and the circulation desk is to the right.
(All photos were taken by me on 12/2/09)

The trailer has been removed and the parking lot repaired and resurfaced. Inside the branch much work still needs to be done. The Branch Manager and Circulation Manager have temporary offices in the new meeting room, (pictured below) since it is the only working PC location at this time.The other staff have been sent to other branches in the meantime. Here the Branch Manager, Heidi Richardson, holds the door as another cart of books is moved into the meeting room for storage.

The new staff room is ready for new occupants and the lounge just needs furniture. The fourth photo is the circulation manager's office--not quite functional, yet!

In the stacks new shelving for DVDs and books wait to be filled.

The teen room needs some personality, but should be well used. It is the first exclusive teen room in our system.

Outside the Park and Recreation Department's playground should get lots and lots of visitors! It sits just outside the children's area of the library.