2Reimagine Campaign

The second floor is now closed for construction. Visit this page and sign up for our eNewsletter for announcements about the renovation or other library services and programs.

Work Space and Services

The library has adapted areas of the building to accommodate computer use, scanning, printing, additional seating and work space. View our map of first floor services and spaces.

In addition to work tables throughout the first and third floors, the Community Room transforms from an event space into a collaborative work space on specific days and times of the week. Please visit our events calendar for the most up-to-date schedule for open study space.

Collections

The books on our second floor are currently in-storage. However, you are still able to borrow these books by placing a hold in our catalog. Our library staff will retrieve hold-requested books on a regular basis from the storage space.

FAQs

Q: When does the reimagining begin and how long will it last?

A: Mark your calendars! Our grand opening of the second floor will take place on Saturday, March 25. Ribbon-cutting ceremony begins the day of festivities at 10:30 am.

Q: Is the library open during construction?

A: Yes.

Q: Where can I find quiet space to work during construction?

A: Quieter areas to work include tables within the first floor collections and the Quiet Study Room.

Q: Are computers be available for use?

A: Yes. 20 desktop PC computers and 3 iMacs are located in the center aisle of the first floor and are available for one-hour sessions with the potential to renew for additional time. Guest passes may be obtained at the Welcome Desk. Additionally, library cardholders may also borrow one of twelve laptops available for use within the library building.

Q: Where can I print, copy or scan documents?

A: Printing, scanning and copying services are located on the first floor, adjacent to our Movie collection.

Q: How is the project being funded?

A: About 96 percent of 2Reimagine is funded through private funds. The remaining 4 percent comes from municipal funding previously devoted to library capital improvements.

Q: How can I help?

A: New gifts for the project are needed and welcome. Please contact Development Director Janet Simon at 609.924.9529, ext. 1251

Reimagining the Second Floor

When the Sands Library Building opened in 2004, it was widely hailed as a “modern library.” Thinking back to the world of 2004, much of what we take for granted today — the iPhone, Facebook, streaming music and movies — either hadn’t been invented or was not widely available. The 2Reimagine campaign seeks to support the lifelong learning needs of every generation by adapting the second floor, balancing books and quiet areas with spaces that support collaboration, learning, critical thinking and creativity.

With more than 2,200 visitors each day, Princeton Public Library is a center of community engagement. You see that in the standing-room-only events in the Community Room, but also when you visit the second floor, where books and digital content are used by people of all ages to learn, work and dream. You may notice that seating is scarce or that our popular Tech Center classes are overcrowded. Perhaps you’ve overheard staff members politely point out to disappointed community members that all study rooms have been reserved for the day. We are often filled to capacity, making do with space rearranged to accommodate basic customer expectations, but no longer meeting needs. In response to focus groups, we’ve teamed with noted library design firm Andrew Berman Architect to meet these needs for years to come. Join us 2Reimagine the second floor.

Features

Our reimagined second floor will provide:

—Redesigned spaces that support the way people work and study today.

—An enlarged living room with more lounge seating.

—More collaboration rooms and spaces for small groups.

—A new dedicated 30-seat quiet reading room.

—The News Room, a new dedicated space for print and digital news media that converts into a 50-seat program area.

—The Discovery Center, a discovery center for hands-on digital exploration and instruction from library professionals.

—A  business center equipped to support work away from home or office.

—A new technology center supporting larger classes, collaborative learning and group activities using the latest technologies.

—A more robust wireless network to handle ever-increasing digital loads.

—Power everywhere to keep all devices charged.

—Improvements that promote energy efficiency and follow best sustainability practices.

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Janet Simon