New Pine Hills Branch Library is Now Open!
Yes it’s true. The Pine Hills Branch Library is open!
We quietly opened the doors to the public on Nov. 16 at noon, and quickly saw people streaming through the doors to check out the new materials, computers, furniture, and spaces the fully renovated library has to offer.
Our customers were thrilled to be back in their favorite neighborhood library and to see the dramatic changes it underwent during the renovation process. We heard many great comments, including:
• “Wow. This is beautiful.”
• “I feel like I’m in a candy store!”
• “It is wonderful, and your staff is equally as wonderful.”
• “I’m enjoying this!”
The completely renovated library features: a 50,000-piece collection of books, DVDs, CDs, magazines, and audio books; 24 public access computers; building-wide Wi-Fi; two community meeting rooms; three small-group study rooms; separate spaces for teens, children, and adults; an open and airy floor plan; reading nooks, study tables, and computer desks throughout the two-story building; and “green” energy efficient and cost effective building systems.
The Pine Hills branch is located at 517 Western Avenue. The temporary phone number is 459-3180. The library’s hours are:
• Monday from noon to 8 p.m.
• Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Wednesday from noon to 8 p.m.
• Thursday from noon to 6 p.m.
• Friday from noon to 6 p.m.
• Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.
We are hosting a grand opening celebration—including a ribbon cutting ceremony, refreshments, entertainment, activities, and giveaways—for the entire neighborhood on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 1 to 5 p.m.
Come check out the new Pine Hills Branch Library and explore what’s in it for you!