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Library to Make a Move and Change for the Better.

Mulberry Library is finally set to make a move to a bigger home. The long awaited change is moving to its new building this Monday and will be opened by the nearest, the next Monday after.

Building and restorations have been going on for the past couple of months and now it is ready for furniture and books to slowly move in. The current Library will remain open during this process as it is still an active part of the society. The reason for the move was due to the fact that the Library is in high demand and that it cannot accompany as many people as they wish to.

Librarian Tora Jennings has said "The move is taking place and it is a very exciting time. I have seen inside the building and it will definitely be what the public want and should satisfy their needs. We have ordered new books and getting new computers which should be coming in later this week. I am thrilled to be involved in something so consequential for the local residents"

The Mulberry Council have asked for suggestions from the public on to what would be the best way forward, Mary Cartwright has said “It is all about the locals of Mulberry, we want to know what they want to get out of their Library. It is Important to consider them as they are the ones who will be spending most of their time in there”. The Library put a board outside for suggestions and there were many. Some were sensible and understanding like more seating, areas to work and more books in general. While others seemed a little bemusing, one suggestion specifically said they wanted a KFC. Other ideas for the Library were a toilet and a coffee shop.

The move hasn't come too soon for the locals of Mulberry as the library ceases to stop growing in its popularity. Students and adults alike take time to visit the library; some just for pleasure while others go there for work. The Library has been a source for learning and community for as long as the locals can remember.

One student in particular is glad for the up and coming changes to the Library "The Library is the place where I go mostly every day to do my work for school, it is a peaceful and pleasant atmosphere where you are able to concentrate." Rachel Jones 17, a student of Mulberry Secondary School commented "However, recently due to the huge number of people that go to the Library, it has almost been impossible to find a place in which I can study. It is my most important year and I feel the Library is a massive benefit. I'll be glad for the bigger space".

The Library is moving to a desolate building near the local supermarket, which I am sure will be good for a lot of people. The manager of Waitrose is also thoroughly glad for the change as it may increase the number of sales and be an active part in the support of the Library "We are hoping to support the Library any way we can".

The Library has definitely caused an excitement in and around the town of Mulberry and we can all see that it will be a great benefit in the near future for all the local residents. What we absolutely say that this move hasn't come far too soon.