Attention electric vehicle enthusiasts! The Bathurst Clark Resource Library and Civic Centre Resource Library are now equipped with FLO charging stations. FLO offers a reliable and easy-to-use charging experience. Whether you’re engrossed in captivating library programs, fully immersed in your studies, or retrieving your held items, you can now seamlessly recharge your EV.
The scope of the improvement project includes resurfacing of the existing parking lot area, addressing existing draining issues, incorporating three new parking spaces and five lay-by spaces, including electric vehicle charging stations, the inclusion of pedestrian multipath connecting foot traffic from Promenade Circle to Clark Ave and maintaining accessible parking space requirements. The library’s front entrance will also include new lighting, new benching addition of new planters outside to help strengthen the library’s main entrance and its presence in the community.
For our coffee lovers, nothing beats that rush of caffeine to the brain. Get excited, Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) recently rolled out coffee vending machines at the Civic Centre and Bathurst Clark Resource Libraries (coming soon to Pierre Berton Resource Library)! Get a cup of premium coffee, cappuccino, mocha or even a tea latte, whatever you like!
Have Facebook? Watch a demonstration on how you can get your cuppa at VPL’s Espresso Bar.
Try the Civic Centre Resource Library’s Espresso bar and vending machines near the library entrance
Espresso Bar Menu
Enjoy the Espresso Bar along with other vending machines in the library at Bathurst Clark Resource Library
Vaughan Public Libraries’ ten locations have so much to offer, but have you ever noticed the ceiling of your local branch? From simple lighting to hanging sound baffles, each library has its own unique design elements to its ceiling. Let’s take a quick look at some of the most recently constructed/renovated locations.
Triangular baffles and circular lighting give Vellore Village Library a feeling of space and airiness.
Hanging white sound baffles and circular lights greet you as you enter Civic Centre Resource Library.
High ceilings with rectangular baffles and circular lighting at Civic Centre Resource Library give “shape” to a comfortable area to read.
The hanging lighting and playful colours add a feeling of joy in Bathurst Clark Resource Library’s LEARN IT! Lab.
A fun curve of light greets you as you enter the LEARN IT! Lab from the north entrance.
Lights and circles catch your eye as you enter the LEARN IT! Lab from the east entrance.
What have you noticed on the ceiling of your local library? From exquisite details to simple lines, be sure to “look up” while you are looking for your favourite book next time you visit the library!
The snow didn’t stop the celebration on January 20 as we officially opened the new Children’s Area and Learn It! Lab at Bathurst Clark Resource Library. Thanks to all of those who joined in the celebration!
Looking through the new pass-through with Peter Kent, MP; Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport, Michael Tibollo; Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua; VPL CEO, Margie Singleton and VPL Board Chair, Dr. Devender Sandhu.
Front row (left to right): VPL Board Trustees, Loreta Pavese, Ralph Cinelli, Vice-Chair Rose Savage, Board Chair Dr. Devender Sandhu, Maya Goldenberg, Palma Pallante and Gary Thompson. Back row (left to right): VPL Director of Growth & Communications, Aleksandra Dowiat Vine; VPL Director of Finance & Community Spaces, Sandy Vander Werff; President of Massive Devcon Corp., Ali Ozden; Peter Kent, MP; Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport Michael Tibollo; Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua; Ward 4 Councillor and VPL Board Trustee, Sandra Yeung Racco; City of Vaughan Regional Councillor Linda Jackson; Principal of Ward99 Architects, Tina Ranieri-D’Ovdio and VPL Director of Customer Experience, Lisa McDonough.
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and members of the Vaughan Public Library Board working together on the rigamajig.
The very busy and popular Technology Bar.
A special storytime with Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua.
Puppet show by Applefun Puppetry.
Fantastic things to discover in the Learn It! Lab.
For more highlights from the day, visit VPL’s Facebook page.
The air at Bathurst Clark Resource Library is buzzing with excitement as VPL prepares the new Children’s Area and LEARN IT! Lab to open to the public.
Renovations began last summer, completing Phase One which included the painting and replacing all the carpet in the main public library space; additional comfy new chairs and study tables enlarging study space and increasing seating; the renovation of the main washrooms; and the creation of a program/meeting room and two exterior book return slots in front of the library.
Phase Two included the new Children’s Area, a space created specifically for children and their families where they will be able to enjoy hands-on literacy-rich experiences. The area also includes the LEARN IT! Lab, VPL’s digital creation and digital literacy space for kids. The project overall has increased space for public use by 3,000 square feet.
Design features of Phase Two:
• Programs and materials for children, including storytimes, book clubs and technology training
• Family reading area
• An abundance of technology including iPads on two technology bars, Early Literacy computers, Chromebooks, 3D printer, Cricut® (smart-tech cutting machine), and more
• Powered, circular children’s homework tables
• Comfortable, moveable seating and vibrant colours throughout this flexible usage of space
• New, large windows providing an abundance of natural light
• Decorative, Varia Ecoresin panels and a circular, Corian chrome-coloured pass-through add to the playful and welcoming atmosphere
• Children’s height self-checkout station
• Artistic, modern-style lighting
• Plenty of connectivity for charging devices
Phase Two also included the addition in the main library of a laptop kiosk and a universal washroom to accommodate a wheeled mobility device.
Decorative panels at north entrance of Children’s Area.
Circular pass-through.
Future Learn It! display and storage.
New furniture to be placed.
Circular ceiling lighting.
Facing east.
Early Literacy computers are set up.
Facing northwest.
Books are being shelved.
Storage space and a future spot for more computers.
The east entrance to the Children’s Area.
Join us on January 20 as Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) celebrates Bathurst Clark Resource Library’s 25th anniversary and the grand opening of the Library’s new Children’s Area and Learn It! Lab. The official welcome will take place from 10:30 to 11 a.m., followed by the opening of the new spaces.
The day will be filled with exciting activities for all ages including a special Family Storytime with Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua, magic by X.Ray, puppet show by Applefun Puppetry, pop-up storytimes, book arts workshops and STEAM activities! Visit our website to see the schedule of the day.
Renovations of the Children’s Area and Learn It! Lab at Bathurst Clark Resource Library are progressing very well. You can now envision how fabulous the space will be once it’s completed!
The Learn It! Lab Storytime Area.
New windows in the Learn It! Lab Storytime Area.
View from the Main Hall.
The Children’s Pass Through and Merchandising Area.
Display stations.
The Family Lounge Area.
The southwest wall of the Learn It! Lab.
Bench seating installed.
Big, beautiful windows will allow natural light to flow through the space.
The east wall of the Learn It! Lab.
Close-up of the shelving where the Learn It! Lab equipment will be showcased.
Future entrance into the library.
Ceiling detail of the Learn It! Lab.
After being closed for renovations, VPL is excited to announce Bathurst Clark Resource Library is now re-open to the public.
With new paint and carpeting throughout, you will notice more comfy seating, expanded and flexible study spaces including upgraded and refurbished study tables with electrical outlets, meeting/study rooms with white boards, renovated washrooms and two convenient book return slots on the exterior wall of the Library! According to one customer, the renovations make the space feel “lighter and brighter”. Be sure to check it out yourself!
Entrance to Bathurst Clark Resource Library with new seating on both sides.
New bar seating by the vending machines and main entrance.
New, comfy seating, paint and carpeting throughout the library.
Expanded study areas.
More study tables with electrical outlets.
Friendly VPL staff to answer your questions.
Bright, renovated washrooms.
Convenient book return slots by the library entrance.
Close-up of exterior book return slots.
The temporary children’s area as construction continues on the new space including the Learn It! lab.
Construction continues on the Children’s area and Learn It! lab.
*Please note the Children’s area is temporarily smaller until the new Children’s area and Learn It! Lab are completed, which is expected to open in December. Until then, all children’s programming will be held at Dufferin Clark Library.
New carpet, wall colours, furniture and more can now be found at Bathurst Clark Resource Library. Stay tuned; we will announce a reopening date soon.
North end of the main hall, looking east, showing new study tables and carpeting.
North end of the main hall, looking north, showing new study tables and carpeting.
North end of the main hall, looking west, showing new study tables, new paint colours, and carpeting.
New magazine lounging area, looking south.
Relocated computer area, looking south.
View of south end of the main hall, showing expanded study area.
Self checkout stations.
New meeting room with whiteboard.
The new stalls in the women’s washroom.
View of the new children’s area, still under construction, from the main lobby looking west