Northland Public Library To Get Major Makeover

McCANDLESS, PA — North Hills residents effectively will be getting a new library. The Northland Public Library has announced an extensive renovation of its building will begin Sept. 30.

Dubbed "New Northland," the project highlights - unveiled Thursday on the library's Facebook page - include:

• A new exterior lower level building “extension.”

• Cafe space in the new lower level extension.

• Enhanced check out and customer service desk/areas

• An inviting and open lower level lobby.

• Expanded and dedicated teen space.

• Mezzanine reading level with panoramic views.

• New meeting space on the upper level with panoramic views

• New staircase to replace the existing spiral staircase.

During construction, these changes will be in place:

• The project the lower-level main entrance will be closed. The lower-level lobby will be closed and the service desks will be relocated to Meeting Room 1.
• Access to the Children and Teen Services area, restrooms and meeting rooms on the lower level will be open.
• The upper-level entrance will be open and handicapped accessible
• Temporary lower-level entrances will be available near the lower-level parking lot – through the Learning Garden and near the shipping and receiving doors. Yard signs will direct patrons to the temporary entrances.
• The materials checkout/holds pickup/ customer service desk will be located on the lower level in Meeting Room 1.