Work is steadily progressing at Bathurst Clark Resource Library.
Entrance to main library from children’s area.
Hallway with accessible washroom.
Tiles in the women’s washroom.
Library staff workroom.
Contractor, Massive Devon has begun renovation work at Bathurst Clark Resource Library (BCRL).
View of the new children’s area from BCRL’s main entrance.
View of the new children’s area from BCRL’s main hall.
The children’s area, looking east.
The children’s area, looking west.
Women’s washroom being renovated.
Bathurst Clark Resource Library (BCRL) has been closed since Friday, June 29. In one short week, thanks to the BCRL staff and the moving company, important items were stored, furniture was taken apart, books were packed away and shelving was dismantled. A (mostly) empty building is now ready for the contractors, Massive Devon, to begin their work.
Furniture ready for the movers.
The view inside Bathurst Clark Resource Library facing north.
Empty shelving ready to be taken apart.
Facing southeast – the shelves and furniture are now removed.
Facing south – the library has been cleared of all materials and resources.
Great things are happening at Bathurst Clark Resource Library (BCRL) as major renovations will start on June 29 with the library being closed for approximately two months, reopening in the fall.
The reno includes adding lots of comfy new chairs, study tables and a new laptop dispensing kiosk; creating a new program/meeting room and two exterior book return slots into the library; and the painting and replacing of all the carpet in the main public library space. Renovations also include the creation of a children’s space with a new storytime area and the LEARN IT! lab, a creation space offering children’s tech programs such as virtual reality, creating movies, coding all kinds of robots, building computers and many other options..
Architectural rendering of Bathurst Clark Resource Library. North view to children’s self-checkout.
During the closure, customers may return library materials to any VPL branch. Customers may also renew their items online. Holds identified for BCRL pick-up will automatically be transferred to Dufferin Clark Library. For your convenience, library hours at Dufferin Clark Library are being extended as of July 3 for the duration of the renovation:
Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 9 am. to 5 p.m.
Customers who wish to pick up their holds elsewhere or who wish to deactivate their holds during the renovation can do so online by accessing their library account. For assistance on how to deactivate or modify your holds pick-up location, contact the Service Desk.
Photos of smiling customers now decorate an interior window at Maple Library.
The large interior window between the daycare and the library consists of ten smaller panes, each 3’ x 3’. Using an opaque, adhesive-backed vinyl to cover the window, the design is comprised of the happy faces of the library’s actual customers, on the top row with a beautiful swirl of colour on the bottom row that transforms the area behind the new Service Desk into a vibrant, inviting area.
Visit the library today; perhaps you will see someone you know!
VPL’s Graphic Designer, Elyse, in front of the window-covering showcasing some of Maple Library’s smiling customers.
A new service desk and an increased browsing area can now be found at the Maple Library to better serve you!
Some of our wonderful VPL staff showing the new Service Desk at Maple Library.
The increased browsing area.
Maple Library’s new Self Checkout area.
Visit Maple Library today and check it out yourself!
A new accent wall and branded whiteboards now showcase Pierre Berton Resource Library’s MAKE IT! space.
The back wall of MAKE IT! has been painted a navy blue. Vinyl words such as Die Cutter, Robotics and Coding are scattered throughout with #BeAmaker, lettering 4 ft. wide by 1.5 ft. tall, highlighted on the central part of the wall.
Five mobile whiteboards have also been covered with high gloss vinyl on one side to define the area where makers of all levels go to create. Each brilliantly-coloured, 6 ft. wide by 3.5 ft. height board shows various activities happening in the space: green screen, electronics, virtual reality and 3D printing. You must check it out!
MAKE IT!’s new back wall.
Colourful mobile whiteboards define MAKE IT!
New chairs have been delivered to Ansley Grove, Dufferin Clark and Woodbridge Libraries, giving a cozier and bright new look for you to enjoy. Be sure to visit us today!
Woodbridge Library has comfortable new chairs in various spots throughout the library. Pick your favourite!
Bring a few friends and grab a seat at Ansley Grove Library.
Envision yourself, with a book, in the comfort of one of these new chairs at Dufferin Clark Library.
Two windows at Woodbridge Library have been covered with vibrant images, approximately 10 feet tall by 5 feet wide, depicting people using the library. Made of micro perforated vinyl, the window coverings allow for one-way vision from the inside.
Delightful images of smiling faces enjoying the library cover two of the Woodbridge Library windows.
Enjoy a window seat while working on your laptop at Woodbridge Library. A new laptop bar has been installed for all to use.
Bring your own computer or borrow one with your library card!
The new laptop bar at Woodbridge Library.
There’s a seat for you!