The Roanoke Times' "The Back Cover" is running a guest blog post from me on the new South County Library...
"Sure, I was a little annoyed that the new South County library meant I would have to drive a couple miles further than I used to. And yes, a little peeved that there wouldn’t even be a drop-off box at the old 419 headquarters, but I hoped I would fall in love with the new one so deeply that those other annoyances would become easily-overlooked, minor inconveniences. Alas, after Friday’s visit, I’m sad to report I’m not in love."
To read the rest of the post, "Not everyone is enamored with new library" click here.
From all the wonderful reviews I've read about the new library, I have a feeling my sentiments probably differ than most. But I feel I have valid points, so please read on and let me know what you think.
Here's some photos I took that relate to the post...No, the photo on top of this page is not for a coffee shop. That's part of the library...so is this one...
These are the drop-off slots, behind the pick-up window, in the one lane roadway...
I panicked when I first saw this stairway. My knees ached just looking at it!
Low bookcases might look nice, but totally impractical for some folks if we must bend for a "Hot Pick" on the bottom shelf...
But the kiddies will definitely love it!
