New Library Commons Benefits
The new Mount Vernon Library Commons will be a community center for education and enrichment in Skagit County. Our community has been instrumental in providing us with feedback on the enhancements and wishes for our new library. Below you will find an outline of what the new library commons will entail and how that will benefit you and our community.
More Library Space for More Titles and Improved Visibility
This means you can will have 10,000 square feet of library browsing space, including improved shelf lighting and larger signage to make finding your next book easier than ever.
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Community Lobby & Welcoming Entrance
With ample seating, a warming fireplace, and Pacific Northwest vibe, the lobby and reading room will provide a welcoming, safe, and secure space to meet and read.
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Children's Library with Enhanced Learning Space
With a focus on developing kindergarten readiness, development of a love of literacy, and school tutoring, the children’s library will feature lower shelves, play area, family arts & craft area, and a dedicated bathroom.
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STEAM & Teen Center
The dedicated Teen Center will include a Young Adult reading corner and a makers space for teens to gather, learn, and have fun.
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Interpretive Gallery Space
Interpretive displays that rotates to showcase the history and culture of the Skagit Valley community.
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A Teaching
Commercial Kitchen 
Because food is the center of many gatherings, this space will provide a place to teach children, families, and adults the value of preparing whole foods and increasing our overall community health.
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Improved Access to Current & Future Technology
Our research indicated the number one barrier to entering the job market, starting a new job, or starting a business was lack of technology skills. It was also cited as a top need for our community center users. This new space will have:
- Public access computers
- A flexible computer teaching space
- New technology offerings
- Software that is high value but hard to access (Adobe Creative Suite etc.)
- A building design that allows for change at the rate of technology
