Aspire has formally announced that Burton Joyce Library will close on April 8 for refurbishment.
The village’s library is one of six to have received investment from the Libraries Investment Fund (LIF). The other libraries include Bilsthorpe, Harworth & Bircotes, Blidworth, Langold and Woodthorpe libraries.
The Libraries Improvement Fund is part of the Cultural Investment Fund, a programme of work funded by the Department of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) delivered by Arts Council England.
Nottinghamshire County Council, partnering with Inspire were awarded £170,000 to create community hubs within these six libraries in Nottinghamshire, two of which are in the borough, transforming the buildings into flexible welcoming spaces for communities to use and enjoy.
The works are expected to take approx. eight weeks with the library closing at 1pm on April 8.
The refurbishments will deliver:
· New flexible layout
· New community gathering area
· New furnishings
· Gallery display space
· Tea & coffee station
· Exciting internal decoration
· A selection of new books for all ages and interests
Inspire further advise that in addition, and following the recent community consultation exercise, planning is underway to tailor the library’s events and activities to reflect the needs of the community and to offer a programme of exciting learning and cultural events following the library’s reopening.
Aspire has confirmed that during the period of closure, membership cards can be used at any library across the County. The nearest libraries are Carlton Library, 2.6 miles, Lowdham Library 2.6 miles, or Arnold Library 5.5 miles.
Books can also be renewed online at www.inspireculture.org.uk/catalogue by calling 01623 677200.
The official reopening day is still to be confirmed.
