Politics & Government
Ames Public Library Now Open
Just in time for finals week, the Ames Public Library will open at its new location Friday, three days earlier than planned.
The Ames Public Library will be open in Lincoln Center at 620 Lincoln Way starting this Friday.
Drop boxes to return library items are already available just outside the entrance to the new location.
The building at 515 Douglas Avenue is now beginning a two-year expansion and renovation that will double the size and add a full second floor and more.
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Programming like story times are still set to begin in January.
The library's books, DVDs and coffee shop are located in the former Hastings Store and the administrative offices are set up three doors down at the former Harrison Sports store.
Find out what's happening in Amesfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
SEE MORE ON PATCH
- Ames Public Library Closes For Renovation Until 2014
- PHOTOS: Ames Public Library Renderings From the Architect
- Sneak a Peek of the New Ames Public Library
- Ames Public Library Plans Progress; Move Expected This Fall
- Ames Public Library in Your Pocket
- Ames Voters Overwhelmingly OK Library Expansion
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