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Canfield library hosts grand opening
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.The Stone Fruit Coffee Company has opened a branch in the new Canfield library.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Bailey Mellow of Liberty checked out the Early Learning Area at the newly-constructed Canfield library on Jan. 22. Mellow’s grandfather, Jim Bowser, works for the library and brought her to check out the new library.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.The front desk of the new Canfield library will greet customers as they enter the main part of the building.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.The Early Learning Area of the new Canfield library promotes literary skills while the children play and aims to raise print awareness.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.The new Canfield library is 18,514 square feet and boasts thousands of books.
By ABBY SLANKER
The Canfield library hosted its grand opening and dedication with a ribbon cutting and activities for all ages on Jan. 30. With hundreds of library goers in attendance, Library Board of Trustees President Dr. David Ritchie welcomed them and proceeded over the ribbon cutting.
The Flag Ceremony and Pledge of Allegiance were led by Cub Scout Pack 25 and Canfield Girl Scout Troop 80095. The Invocation was given by Pastor Larry Bowald of Canfield Presbyterian Church.
Library Executive Director Heidi M. Daniel spoke to the crowd and accepted a Proclamation from U.S. Congressman Bill Johnson from Field Representative Bianca Koup. State Senator Joe Schiavoni, State Representative John Boccieri, Canfield Mayor Bernie Kosar and Canfield Township Trustee Chair Brian Governor also spoke to the attendees. Library Development Director Deborah Liptak closed the ceremony with her own remarks.
Entertainment and activities were provided throughout the day and throughout the library. Stage Left Dance and Theater Arts Academy provided entertainment in the meeting room, followed by Canfield Middle School Pep Band.
The new library mascot, Booker Bear, made an appearance for the children and joined in on story time. Jocko the Clown performed magic tricks and made balloon animals for the children. Sub-Zero Hand Crafted Ice Sculptures was set up outside in the community agora.
Catering was provided by Inspired Catering by Kravitz and the Stone Fruit Coffee Company kiosk was open for business.
Library patrons were able to explore the new library, obtain or renew library cards and check out books, either at the main desk or on their own at the new self-checkout kiosks.
The Canfield library will be open from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and from 9 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Sunday hours begin in February and will be 1-5 p.m. through May 22.