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New Lemon Grove Library to Celebrate Grand Opening

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San Diego County Library and the Lemon Grove School District are hosting a grand opening celebration for the new joint-use Lemon Grove Library at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 1 at 3001 School Lane in Lemon Grove.

The new 14,000 square foot building will be used by the Lemon Grove Academy for the Sciences and Humanities as well as library patrons.

The new library features separate spaces for children and teens, study rooms, a computer lab and lounge seating. Customers can enjoy wireless internet, laptops for in-branch use and check out their materials using self-service kiosks.

“The new library will not only provide a wonderful gathering spot for children and the community, but will also serve as a landmark,” said Supervisor Dianne Jacob. “The building’s distinctive bell tower houses the historic bell that was used to call children to class in Lemon Grove’s original one-room schoolhouse.”

“This new joint-use facility represents the very best results that partnerships can bring,” said Library Director José Aponte. “By partnering with the Lemon Grove School District, we now have an excellent opportunity to give both the general public and students the resources and help they need giving the community a bigger bang for its buck.”   

The formal grand opening ceremony will include remarks by Supervisor Dianne Jacob; Lemon Grove Mayor Mary Sessom; Lemon Grove School District Superintendent Ernie Anastos and County Library Director José Aponte. A block party afterward will feature music, cake, crafts, free henna and sparkle tattoos and a photo booth where you bring the camera and we’ll provide fun props! Lemon Grove’s HEAL Zone will be hosting activities and health screenings from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the nearby Lemon Grove Recreation Center and the Lemon Grove Rotary Club will have a fun run at 11 a.m. with festival activities taking place through 5 p.m.

For more information on the grand opening, call (619) 463-9819.

 

Tracy DeFore is a communications specialist with the County of San Diego Communications Office. Contact