Well, we are beginning to see the end of this project...finally! Most of the big construction/renovation work is done, and we are getting down to the finishing work and looking at punch lists and finalizing things. 
Outside, the landscaping is almost completed, with some lovely trees and bushes flourishing in their new environment. The new birch outside of Ann's office is magnificent, and we anticipate the squirrels coming back home very soon. The entrance of the library is very impressive, with the plain and the fritted glass being not only environmentally friendly, but creating a striking visual impression as well.
On Wednesday, they were in the process of cleaning up the floors -- vacuuming and leveling and getting them ready for the carpet in the public areas, and the very cool recycled flooring for the staff areas. The feature wall behind the staircase is getting the wood planking added to it, and if Lisa and I get to work, the rest of that wall will be ready by the time we open.
Speaking of opening... the exact date for that is still not quite ready to be announced, but will be definitely sometime mid July. When we finally get the go-ahead to let you know (although I'm beginning to think it's the worst kept secret in this town!), we will let you know, and we will also fill you in on the dedication ceremony and the rockin' open house we have planned for August 8.
In the meantime, we are still plugging away at 1270 Lee Blvd. Summer Reading Programs are set to kick off on June 1, and that includes children, young adult, and this year we debut a new adult summer reading program! A huge thanks must be made to all our wonderful volunteers, and all the staff putting in extra hours on the RFID process. It's quite tedious, time-consuming, and sometimes frustrating, but will make things so much easier on both staff and patrons when we move back!
Have a beautiful week, and get out and enjoy this incredible weather!
Theresa
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