New ‘Short Story Kiosk’ Now at the Hyattsville Library
The Hyattsville public library now has a new kiosk that dispenses famous short stories and poems for free.
The Hyattsville public library now has a new kiosk that dispenses famous short stories and poems for free.
Visitors age 21 and older can get a sneak peek of the new Bladensburg public library on Sunday, Oct. 29 before it officially opens. Construction is nearly done on the 22,834 square-foot library — almost three times the size of the 1920s-era building it replaces.
Construction on the new public library in Bladensburg is ahead of schedule, and it is now planned to open as early as this summer.
Construction is underway on the 22,000-square-foot building at 4820 Annapolis Rd., which will joins new county libraries in Hyattsville and Laurel.
Dozens of buildings from the mid-20th century along the Route 1 corridor identified as historically significant are at risk of being torn down.
While the old saucer was just part of the entryway, the new saucer is a spot to visit in its own right, a courtyard where people can meet up and small kids can run around.
After several delays due to the coronavirus pandemic and permitting issues, the new Hyattsville public library opened to the public Wednesday.
The new Hyattsville library is planning to hold its official grand opening on Wednesday, March 30, at 6530 Adelphi Rd., after breaking ground more than three years ago.
The new Hyattsville public library at 6530 Adelphi Rd. is now slated to open in March, after some minor issues were found during the final inspection.

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