In addition to the foregone quiet area, the tables which once occupied the spaces in front of windows facing Johnson reservoir have been replaced by the world's smallest end tables, sufficient only for holding a cup of coffee and a single book.
Best library I've been to and i can't wait for the renovation to get done
This library used to be an awesome place for families, BEFORE the renovation. They have, however, removed everything that was actually good about it and turned it into a fancy place to borrow a book and then leave. Immediately. There used to be a great space for little kids to play and all sorts of fun, developmentally appropriate activities. This was surrounded by chairs and lots of tables for parents and older siblings to sit and do homework, etc. All of that is gone. There is a self-enclosed children's area that has room to play but nothing to do, and there are no tables or other places for older siblings to sit and do homework. Our family, like many others, has multiple kids of diverse ages; and there is no longer a place for us to all be together. It used to be such a nice space to spend time. Now it is a complete and utter disappointment.
The library was closed for remodeling for over half a year, and, as a regular of the facility, it felt like an eternity waiting for it to re-open. It's finally open, but I couldn't be more displeased with the direction they went.
And I really hope the "maker space" sees some improvement. A single 3D printer and some scrap wood? Ouch, that hurts the maker in me badly. It'd be better to remove it completely, and put some public, non-reserved study desks in there.
I love this library as is, but am excited about the huge renovation project! We'll be able to drive up and return books from our car, and drive away, instead of trying to find room around the circle and then get out and stand in line at the outdoor book drop. Kids will have their own enclosed room, so noisy activities won't bother folks concentrating on a book or newspaper any more. Study rooms will be much quieter, too. In the meantime, the library will be across the street where Once Upon a Child used to be. Interesting time, for sure!
The library is actually louder now than it was before, thanks to the shorter bookshelves and the manner in which things have been spread out. It's dumbfounding how inefficient the use of space is, and now feels more like a mall than a library.
There used to be a "quiet" section in the back corner of the building, equipped with numerous work stations and outlets. There is no such thing anymore; instead, it has been replaced by private study rooms that must be reserved. These rooms are grossly limited, and have effectively cut study space by at least 90%. There is a quiet reading area, but it does not have sufficient table space to double as a study area.
Pretty cool place small and quiet.
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