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Join us for the Superior Library Book Brigade

, , , , | August 30, 2022
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October 8 is moving day for the collection at the current Superior branch!

To mark the transition from YDL’s single room at 8795 MacArthur to our new 7,800 square foot space, we’re hosting a Community Book Brigade! Help us pass books and DVDs hand-to-hand from the old library to the new library on Saturday, October 8, from 2:00– 4:00 p.m. The more people participate, the more camaraderie and fun. This all-ages, sunshine-only event will symbolize what a true community effort the new building’s construction has been. Please come show your support and lend a hand! Register online.

Please note: You’ll be standing during this event. If you need a chair, please let us know when you arrive. Restrooms will be available inside the current Superior building.

 

Learn more about the Book Brigade

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New Superior Library

We’re excited to open the new library branch, and we hope you are too! Find out about YDL-Superior’s new building, updated hours, and cool new features.

Opening Week Information:

Since Superior Township joined the library district in 2007, a neighborhood branch has been a shared dream. The whole community is invited to celebrate this new beginning during YDL- Superior’s Grand Opening Week at 1900 Harris Road, November 14–19.

Grand Opening Week will commence Monday, November 14 at 4pm with a formal ribbon cutting ceremony. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday will feature morning children’s events, afternoon adult computer or fitness classes, and evening art, STEAM, and family engineering fun. Stay tuned for Friday’s lineup. A family celebration will take place Saturday with stories, animals, theater, and fitness activities.

Address and Hours
The new YDL-Superior branch is located at 1900 Harris Road, just down the street from its previous location.

Hours:

Mon-Thurs: 9am-9pm

Fri & Sat: 10am-6pm

At a Glance

Architect: Daniels & Zermack Architects

Construction Manager: O’Neal Construction

Branch Manager: Mary Garboden

The new branch contains:

  • 7,800 sq. ft of space
  • 22 computers
  • Large meeting room
  • 2 group study rooms
  • Over 15,000 volumes of material
  • 46kW solar panels
  • Bird-friendly glass
  • Motawi tile fireplace
  • Drive-up book return and after-hours lockers
Sponsors
Thanks to these generous organizations for sponsoring our grand opening. Find the full list of community supporters on the New Library page.

Building Architecture
The new library building was designed by Dan Whisler of Daniels and Zermack Architects, who was also the project architect for YDL-Whittaker. Open and airy, with its own unique feel, the new YDL-Superior will be a gathering space and center for lifelong learning. Its location on Harris Road, just south of Geddes, puts everyone in the YDL district within a 10-minute drive of a full-service library.
Jan 2021 Superior construction site with sign

Superior Branch History

Since Superior Township first joined the library district in 2007, the Library Board has been committed to expanding service in the area by building a third full-service library.

The new 7,800 square-foot facility is being built on four and a quarter acres of land purchased from Superior Township for $1.00.

The new library at 1900 Harris Road will replace the tiny, 1,000 square foot “temporary” library on MacArthur Boulevard. It will be open six days a week, doubling the hours of the current location.