The Warren Library’s Grand Reopening Celebration will feature a full day of live music, children’s events, tours of the building, and more FREE activities for all ages to enjoy!
Warren Library Grand Reopening Schedule
Sat., August 20, 2022
10 AM – 4 PM*
At the Warren Library
| 10 AM | RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY Outside near the main entrance from the parking lot |
| 10:30 AM — 12:30 PM |
LIVE MUSIC WITH DAVIS & HENNER Outside under the tent in the parking lot Acoustic Rock ‘N’ Roll, specializing in the music of the ’60s, ’70s, ’80s & ’90s! |
| 10:30 – 11:30 AM 12:30 – 1:30 PM 3 – 3:45 PM |
MEET ELEPHANT & PIGGIE In KidSpace on the 1st Floor Storybook friends Gerald the elephant and Piggie the pig from the popular book series by Mo Willems! Elephant and Piggie courtesy of Disney Publishing Worldwide |
| 11 AM – While Supplies Last |
COMPLIMENTARY REFRESHMENTS Outside in the parking lot |
| 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM |
WONDERFUL WORLD OF BUBBLES WITH MR. ZAP In the Harding Meeting Room on the 1st Floor Children of all ages can watch as bubbles change shape, turn square, walk tight ropes & more! |
| 12 – 2 PM |
BALLOON ART WITH NATE THE GREAT In KidSpace on the 1st Floor Balloon artist and magician Nate the Great will make amazing balloon animals! |
| 1 – 2 PM |
WEST AFRICAN DRUMMING & DANCE WITH SOGBETY DIOMANDE In KidSpace on the 1st Floor Experience the rhythms, dances, and songs of West Africa through this high-energy performance! |
| 1:30 – 3:30 PM |
LIVE MUSIC WITH THE CUE Outside under the tent in the parking lot Variety of musical styles including Pop, Motown, ’70s and ’80s standards & more hits! |
| 2:30 – 3 PM |
“BIG SPLASH!” PUPPET SHOW In the Youth Program Room on the 1st Floor Surfin’ through our favorite ocean stories, the Youth Services staff has adapted a selection of picture books into an uproarious living room-style performance. |
| 10: 30 AM – 4 PM |
SUTLIFF MUSEUM ACTIVITIES 2nd Floor of the library Hands On History – Interact with objects from the 1800s. Victorian Toy Making – Make simple toys like a thaumatrope and a handkerchief doll. Museum Scavenger Hunt – Answer riddles to find 10 items hidden throughout the Museum. Find all 10 and win a prize! |
Plus! Ongoing Inside the Library:
- Check out a book – the Circulation Desk will be open!
- Tour the building
- Visit the Local History & Genealogy Center on the 2nd floor
- Enjoy gaming in Teen Central
- Join Friends of the Warren Library
*PLEASE NOTE: Regular hours will begin at the Warren Library on Monday, August 22. The library will return to its pre-pandemic operating hours of Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and closed on Sunday.
LEARN MORE About the Warren Library Expansion & Renovation Project