SAPL : McCreless Branch Library To Temporarily Relocate Onsite Services

San Antonio TX

20 August, 2021

1:44 AM

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Press release from the San Antonio Public Library: Victoria Villarreal August 17, 2021 SAN ANTONIO (August 5, 2021) — McCreless Branch Library service will be temporarily relocated to allow for the final phase of work related to the library's 2017-2022 Bond renovation project. Beginning in August, construction will address building work related to the McCreless Branch Library's foundation, after which time the building's interior and exterior will be completed. The last day for library services at McCreless Branch Library will be August 14. Interim library service will begin nearby at Southside Lions Community Center, 3100 Hiawatha St, on Tuesday, August 17. "McCreless Branch Library plays an integral role in the District 3 community," said Councilwoman Phyllis Viagran. "I'm grateful San Antonio Public Library has partnered with Parks and Recreation to allow nearby community members access to essential library services while construction is completed. We are excitedly anticipating the re-opening of the improved McCreless Branch Library." McCreless Branch Library is projected to reopen to the public in November 2021. "We understand the critical need for comprehensive library services to be reinstated at McCreless Branch Library," said Library Director Ramiro S. Salazar. "Once construction is complete, visitors to the McCreless Branch Library will have access to a beautifully renovated facility that features improvements to the children's area, a dedicated teen area, refreshed technology, and major improvements to the building façade." While McCreless Branch Library is under construction, the public can access the Library's Contact-Free Pickup service to collect reserved materials at nearby Southside Lions Community Center. Library Service Hours at Southside Lions Community Center: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday from 3 – 7 p.m. Saturday from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Full library services are available nearby at Mission Branch Library (3134 Roosevelt Ave., 78214) and Carver Branch Library (3350 E. Commerce St., 78220). For more information, visit guides.mysapl.org/bond2017. Library staff is available by phone at 210-207-2500 or by chat at ask.mysapl.org. -###- The San Antonio Public Library: changing lives through the power of information, imagination, and ideas. For more than 110 years, the award-winning San Antonio Public Library (SAPL), has been a vital center for free learning, knowledge, communication, culture and enjoyment within the City of San Antonio and for all Bexar County residents. The Library system is comprised of a world-class Central Library, 28 branch libraries and a library outlet at the Briscoe Western Art Museum. Collections include an extensive selection of eBooks, eAudiobooks, movies and music as well as physical items such as printed books and DVDs. All locations provide access to Wi-Fi broadband internet, computers and other digital technology. In addition, Central Library and branches offer programs to serve the needs and interests of the community, including programs for all ages that support early childhood literacy, education, culture and economic development. For more information, visit mysapl.org. Be sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @mysapl. San Antonio: America's 21st Century City San Antonio is a global city with a dynamic economy and workforce, a deep cultural heritage and diverse communities that are resilient and welcoming. It is one of the strongest fiscally managed cities in the country, nurturing entrepreneurship, encouraging investment and funding infrastructure. America's seventh-largest city offers a vibrant business climate and growth opportunities in bioscience, financial services, aerospace, cybersecurity, energy, transportation, manufacturing and healthcare. In 2015, UNESCO designated San Antonio's 18th century Spanish colonial missions as a World Heritage Site – the first in Texas. Proudly called Military City USA®, San Antonio is home to one of the largest populations of active duty military, veterans and crucial military commands. For more information, visit www.sanantonio.gov. This press release was produced by the San Antonio Public Library. The views expressed here are the author's own.