The stage is set for the ground breaking ceremony.

Refreshments await.

A crowd gathers for the long-awaited festivities.

Library Director Dr. Leroy Hommerding inspires the crowd with a vision for the future.

Library Board President M Katie Corning talks about gratitude and pride.

Representing Harvard Jolly Architects, Phil Trezza highlights
some of the features of the new building.

Representing Manhattan Kraft Construction, Project Supervisor Jim Grant
comments on logistical aspects of the project.

The first shovels of ground are moved! Left to right, Leroy Hommerding, Board Directors Sallie Seabury, Lorrie Wolf, Karen Swanbeck, Katie Corning, Judy FitzSimons
and Mark LaFave, Phil Trezza, Jim Grant.

A beaming Library Director enjoys his seat in the ceremonial back-hoe.

Katie joins Leroy for an unusual and very happy photo op.

Library enthusiasts join in the celebration.  From left:  Former librarian Jane Coles,
A.J. Bassett, Friends' Bookstore Manager Jim Coles.

Kelly Leary and Ceel Spuhler are among the many happy people
who braved an impending storm to help celebrate the day.

 

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