Mt Laurel Public Library now open

Mt Laurel Public Library opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony June 21. 

The new library features an extended collection of books and an expanded staff compared to its previous temporary location. The project was in the works for seven years.

“Years of fundraising and hard work by residents of Mt Laurel and the surrounding areas have finally made the dream of having a permanent public library in Mt Laurel a reality,” said Friends of the Mt Laurel Library Chairman Ann Price. “The building itself is even more stunning than we imagined it would be.”

The North Shelby Library has now taken over the maintenance, staffing and operation of the permanent location. 

The building is located at 111 Olmsted Street between the grocery and Double Oak Community Church, and the public library will offer various community events in July. 

For family fun, Mt Laurel Library is hosting a family movie night July 16 at 7:30 p.m. as well as story-time programming and craft days starting July 3. 

On July 20, the library will also host an adult program, “Wine Flight,” at 5 p.m. where Mt Laurel resident Jay Price will explain the selection and appreciation of red wines. 

For more information, contact Mt Laurel Public Library at 991-1660 or mtlaurellibrary@gmail.com.