Waukegan Library gets moving on $2 million improvement

Big changes are scheduled for the coming monthsat the Waukegan Public Libraryas a remodeling of the main floor begins Saturday, Jan. 10.

The $1.2 million transformation, however, will force the library to close its doors from Jan. 10 through Jan. 18.

After that, patrons can expect to see sporadic changes through June as the project will continue while the library remains open.

By mid-June, library patronscan benefit from a series of new features, including a digital media wall that displays news.A cafe area that will be located near the entrance will be another amenity.

Library spokesperson Rena Morrow said the entire staff is excited about the changes.

Morrow is especially enthusiastic about the expanded space for national and in-house exhibits.Some are expected to include 3D items andmonitors for informational videos.

There are four or five new ones planned, Morrow said of the exhibits.

Permanent displays honoring author Ray Bradbury will be placed throughout the book shelves, which will be moved to the opposite side of the room.

The most significant alteration, though, will be located in the middle of the room, where digital media is currently housed.

Six glass-encased rooms for individual studies or group meetings will be made available through reservations.

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Waukegan Library gets moving on $2 million improvement