Library seeks public input on new spaces

What are your aspirations for your community library?

That question will be discussed in conversations in Thompson and Bainbridge townships in June, according to the Geauga County Public Library.

These discussions will serve as a critical step in establishing the types of spaces that patrons can look forward to, a news release stated. Whether the need is for more creativity and storytime areas or for private tutoring spaces, the library system is looking to gather community input and learn what patrons value most in new library space.

Interested citizens are invited to share their vision of the kind of new buildings they would like in their communities at the following locations:

• Bainbridge Branch, 17222 Snyder Road, on June 12. Teen input meeting is at 4 p.m. followed by a community input meeting at 6:30.

• Thompson Town Hall, 6741 Madison Road on June 13. Community input meeting is set for 7 p.m.

“During these conversations, the design professionals from CBLH and Perkins & Will will connect with, listen to and note the activities and resources people want from new library spaces,” said Library Director Edward Worso in the release. “We are looking forward to learning how we can construct buildings that help people build strong communities.

“We remain grateful that the county passed a bond issue for capital improvements and new buildings. Providing updated, comfortable and functional library space is a top priority and we value our citizens’ input.”