September 21st, 2022 by WCBC Radio

The LaVale Library at 815 National Highway will welcome the public back this weekend Sept. 23-24 to mark the official reopening of the branch after a nearly two-year renovation and expansion. A ribbon cutting ceremony Friday at 5 p.m. will include welcoming remarks from a number of state and local officials. Library staff will give tours following the ceremony. On Saturday the LaVale Library will open for business and books at 10 a.m.  Allegany County Libarary System Executive Director John Taube  tells WCBC News that the goal is to see the LaVale Library become the center of activities in the community…

Among the improvements, a greatly expanded parking area…

Throughout the day Saturday, the library will host local authors, artists and musical performers. Festivities include guided tours of the new building, treats from Queen City Creamery courtesy of the Friends of the LaVale Library, commemorative giveaways and a library themed photo booth. The LaVale Library will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.