Vaughan Public Libraries is delighted to announce that VMC Express is close to opening! Millwork, electrical work, equipment installation and library software are now complete.
The Vaughan Public Library Board plaque was installed in time for the recent Board meeting on November 17. The Board members and Trustees recently had the opportunity to tour VMC Library and VMC Express.
Stay tuned for the VMC Express grand opening!
Complete millwork and electrical workSelf-checkout unitPromotional media TVsAdditional signage installed at lower landing.
VMC Library has progressed tremendously and already looks outstanding. VPL is excited about all the work that’s been done and looks forward to revealing the final project to the community.
Most millwork has now been installed along with the required electrical connections. Several shelves have been installed and library equipment will be installed shortly.
VMC Express millwork was installed on the East side.
VMC Express view from inside toward Apple Mill Road.
Installation of signage is also underway, external signage at the main entrance points has now been installed and internal signage installation is expected to be completed soon.
External signage was installed at West Entrance.
The newest addition to VMC’s sensory list of items has now also arrived. The Hip Hop Activity Box is designed to enhance the sensory experience for children by encouraging movement, creativity, composition, and listening through meaningful activities.
Nestled within the vibrant community hub, the VMC Library brings our library services, programming, and collection to the fast-growing downtown core. This new 9,000 square foot library provides welcoming spaces for children, families, students, neighbourhood residents and transit commuters. A first for VPL, we will host culinary literacy programming in the state-of-the-art community kitchen within the same building.
VMC Express – an on-the-go convenience VPL Members will also be able to enjoy street-level access to our newest titles and popular bestsellers in the self-service storefront conveniently located on Apple Mill Road – a first of its kind in Vaughan! This 400 square foot quick stop features automated check-in and check-out for fast and simple returns and pickups.
Stop on by and see what Vaughan Public Libraries can do for you. A visit will get you thinking!
Nestled within the vibrant community hub, the VMC Library brings our library services, programming, and collection to the fast-growing downtown core. This new 9,000 square foot library provides welcoming spaces for children, families, students, neighbourhood residents and transit commuters. A first for VPL, we will host culinary literacy programming in the state-of-the-art community kitchen within the same building.
Stay tuned for news about our official opening celebration!
Lightbox installationMarketplaceService DeskSeating AreaStudy HallCounter Height Study AreaChildren’s AreaChildren’s AreaVMC’s first customersStaff welcome first VMC library customerNew VMC Library customers receiving their new library cardsLibrary tours offered to guests visiting the new VMC library during the soft opening day
Work on outstanding substantial completion at VMC Library and VMC Express items continues. Equipment installation, including the library’s mini sorter, laptop dispensing kiosk and Library’s Express Checkout Stations, have been completed. Service desk installation has taken place, and finishing touches are ongoing. Millwork installation in the VMC Express space is still pending.
Library’s Express Checkout Station Mini Sorter & Laptop KioskService Desk
We continue to see significant progress on VMC Library and VMC Express. Most recent work includes millwork installation throughout the sites, library service desk and slatwalls, installation of all interior signage and completion of outstanding railing work.
We continue to see progress at VMC Library and VMC Express. In late December, the project reached a significant milestone by achieving conditional occupancy of the space. Library millwork, including VMC Express custom shelving, customer service desk, slatwall and benching, is currently in production.
VMC Express Millwork Supports in placeFurniture DeliveriesExcavation for external “Library” sign complete
We continue to see progress at VMC Library and VMC Express. Support structure for VMC Express millwork is currently being installed, while millwork for VMC will commence next month. We’ve received the remaining furniture; staff work furniture, manager’s office set and study tables are now in place. Library collections and equipment are scheduled to be received in early February.
Study tables on-siteAll seating has been receivedQuiet Study AreaStaff Work RoomStaff KitchenetteCommunity KitchenCommunity KitchenLiving Wall in the LobbyStairwell to VMC LibraryVMC Express millwork supports
VMC and VMC Express are experiencing significant progress this month. The curtain wall glass installation in both library spaces is now complete; this includes full installation of the library’s entrance sliding doors, glass walls and all remaining glass doors. Fabrication of the library’s service desk is now also complete, and the installation is expected to take place in the next couple of weeks. Millwork of the VMC Express is currently in fabrication, and the support structure should be complete shortly.
Completed installation of the library entrance and interior glass wallGlass wall installation complete in manager’s office and staff workroomGlass wall and door installation complete in Quiet Study areaGlass wall and door installation complete in Quiet Study areaElectrical installation of feature lighting in Children’s Area is now complete
We continue to see progress on both VMC Library and VMC Express. Slatwall, glazing and painting are amongst the many things that have happened in the last several weeks. Check out the images below to catch a glimpse at some of the progress.
Slatwall installation in the main lobby below LibraryGlazing installation on Library’s Quiet Study RoomGlazing installed in VMC ExpressPainting activities ongoing in VMC Express