Library branch moving

The current Trotwood Branch of the Dayton Metro Library system closes to the public on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 6 p.m. so that library operations may begin the move into the new facility, located at 855 E. Main St. The Grand Opening of the new Trotwood Branch Library takes place Friday, March 13, 3-6 p.m., with regular hours resuming Saturday, March 14.

The new facility features accommodating spaces for public use, including a flexible community room accessible before and after library hours, a conference room, two quads and a group study room. The cheery children’s area has a “Celebrations” theme, and TeenEDGE features a dedicated PS4 gaming system. Patrons can borrow laptop computers for in-library use, enjoy a quiet reading room or outdoor patio, and use mobile audio equipment and editing software.

There are four original art installations in the ReImagining Works project, plus a special piece created using clay from the Library grounds. An outdoor Nature Play Area incorporates local trees that were downed by the 2019 Memorial Day tornadoes, and quads for reading or study feature a Trotwood Trailer design.

Until the new facility opens on March 13, patrons are invited to visit the New Lebanon Branch Library at 715 W. Main St., the Northwest Branch at 2410 Philadelphia Dr., or the Brookville Branch at 120 Blue Pride Drive. The book drop at the current facility will remain open through March 12. For more information, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call 937-463-2665.