Building Projects

Dufferin Clark Library recently revitalized its study and computer areas thanks to a generous donation of new tables made by the two local plants of Wholesome Harvest Baking Ltd., Rivermede and Viceroy, as part of their Good Neighbor Project which aims to generate a positive change in the surrounding community. Wholesome Harvest Baking Ltd. is a division of Grupo Bimbo, a Mexican multinational bakery product manufacturing company.

On Dec. 10, the library unveiled the new areas to more than 100 students from the Charlton and Glen Shields Public Schools followed by an interactive musical named ROCKgarden Party. The musical was a hit with the children and taught them a great lesson about the importance of protecting the environment.

From L to R: Wholesome Harvest Baking Ltd. staff: Debbie Sher, HR Advisor; Eryn Whitehead, Human Relations Manager; Same Yehia, Viceroy Plant Manager; Rob Ferraioli, VP of Supply Chain; Sharon McNamara, Rivermede Plant Manager; Robyn Thompson, Senior Director of HR; VPL Staff: Margie Singleton, CEO; Aleksandra Dowiat-Vine, Director of Growth & Communications; Sandy Vanderwerff, Director of Finance & Community Spaces; Lisa McDonough, Director of Customer Experience; Middle: Bimbo Mascot

From L to R: Wholesome Harvest Baking Ltd. staff: Debbie Sher, HR Advisor; Eryn Whitehead, Human Relations Manager; Sharon McNamara, Rivermede Plant Manager; Rob Ferraioli, VP of Supply Chain; ; Same Yehia, Viceroy Plant Manager; Robyn Thompson, Senior Director of HR; VPL Staff: Margie Singleton, CEO; Aleksandra Dowiat-Vine, Director of Growth & Communications; Sandy Vanderwerff, Director of Finance & Community Spaces; Lisa McDonough, Director of Customer Experience; Middle: Bimbo Mascot

Students enjoying the ROCKgarden Party musical.

Students with Skater Dude and Earth Angel.

The revitalized study area.

The revitalized computer area.

Kleinburg Library celebrated its re-opening last Friday. Over 40 Grade One students from the Kleinburg Public School came to the celebration to enjoy a special storytime with their favourite librarian Sarah. The Mayor, Members of Council, Library Board members, the new City Manager and the architect also attended the event. Check out the photos below that captured some of the great moments of the day.

40 Grade One students from the Kleinburg Public School attended the Kleinburg Library's Re-opening Celebration.

L to R: Regional Councillor & VPL Board Member Mario Ferri, VPL Board Chair Devender Sandhu, Mayor Bevilacqua, VPL CEO Margie Singleton, Councillor & VPL Board Member Sandra Racco.

Mayor Bevilacqua has a chat with the school children and library customers.

VPL's librarian Sarah reads Dinosaur VS. the Library to the students.

Kids enjoying a great song with actions.

Sarah leads the students through one last song!

Woodbridge Library will be closed for renovation starting on Tuesday, May 26 and will re-open on Saturday, May 30 at 10 a.m. During this time, customers may return library materials at any location of Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) or renew them online at www.vaughanpl.info. Customers may deactivate holds online or pick them up at Pierre Berton Resource Library.  For more assistance deactivating holds, please ask a staff at the Service Desk.  We apologize for any inconveniences.

Kleinburg Library invites you to its Re-opening Celebration on May 29, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A special children’s storytime will be held at 11 a.m. followed by official remarks by the Hon. Maurizio Bevilacqua P.C., Mayor of Vaughan.  Everyone is welcome to discover the newly renovated library and enjoy light refreshments. See you there!

After an extensive renovation project, the Kleinburg Library reopened on Saturday, Feb. 7. Drop by the library to check out its all new look!

Two new windows have been added to the front of the library.

The new reception area of the library.

A new entrance has been built at the rear of the library to provide better access to the basement.

The staircase has been redesigned with glass and new railings.

New windows have been added to the basement level to provide great natural lighting.

Great news! The Kleinburg Library, located at 10341 Islington Avenue North, will re-open to the public on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 1 p.m.  During the last few months, the library has undergone a major renovation. Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) invites the community to come and check out Kleinburg Library’s brand new look and enjoy the many great services and programs the library offers.

We are sorry to inform you that the Kleinburg Library will not be reopening Monday Dec 8, 2014. We apologize for this delay due to circumstances beyond our controls.  We will keep you posted on the new date for the new library to reopen. Thank you.

After a few months of renovation, Kleinburg Library is ready to open! Join us on Dec. 8 at 1 p.m. as we celebrate the re-opening of Kleinburg Library. Come and check out the library’s new look while enjoying cake and light refreshments. Bring your kids in for a great storytime program at 1:40 p.m. Hope to see you there!

Things are progressing at Kleinburg Library. The second floor duct work is being finished,  the east side windows have been installed, and the retainer wall for the new basement entrance has also been completed.

The second floor duct work is being completed.

Access walkway from front of library to rear basement entrance.

East side windows have been installed.

Retainer wall is being completed for the new basement entrance.