17 September, Sunday was the first
community meeting to discuss the expansion of the
Salem-South Lyon District Library. The next meeting is Tuesday 26
September 7:00 p.m.
The discussions are preliminary; the
purpose of the community gathering to assess program needs,
gather input from district stakeholders and patrons, and involve the
community in moving forward.
SSLDL has added new programs for
children. The ongoing mission is to support every child at every level
to contribute to their success personally and professionally, from
birth to middle school and onward, with program opportunities to meet, study and
collaborate. This growth and future planning require space to implement expanding services.
Programs from birth forward are in
place at SSLDL. Baby Bounce (0-11 mos. with caregiver), Wonderful Ones (12
mos.-23 mos. with caregiver), Terrific Twos Storytime (24-35 mos.
with caregiver). Check the SSLDL events calendar for other
storytimes, and literacy programs. http://ssldl.info/calendar
The library currently has one large
meeting room (layout at left) with a priority scale for scheduling.
Library business is first, other community usage (art shows,
children's events) second. The large conference room is then not always available for collaborative children's events. Storage space is
limited. Defined needs are for another large collaborative space
and more storage at minimum.
This is your opportunity to contribute.
What are your dreams, desires, thoughts on programs at the SSLDL?
Programs will dictate the physical needs of the building, internally
and externally.
On the 17th suggestions and
wishes included more window space, seating for grades 3-5, adult
seating for parents and grandparents, open study booths, 2 family restrooms, another entrance on the
northeast side of the existing building (area shown at left.)
More modular adaptable units, an
additional interactive storytelling section, perhaps iPads instead of
computers.
What activities would you like your
children to have available? Our district is growing, family housing
starts are ongoing. SSLDL needs to hear from parents who will make
use of services and programs available to our community.
The next meeting is Tuesday, 26
September at 7:00 p.m. If you cannot attend a meeting as scheduled,
please do talk to library staff about your thoughts. Send an email.
The future of the SSLDL can be guided by your input. Please
contribute.
SSLDL Mission/Vision Statement
https://ssldl.info/about
SSLDL Contact
https://ssldl.info/about/contact-us
Further reading:
1000 Books Before Kindergarten https://1000booksbeforekindergarten.org/
Every Child Ready to Read http://www.everychildreadytoread.org
Library of Michigan Every Child Ready to Read https://tinyurl.com/y9rqlba7
