But we're not building libraries to attract national attention. We're building them to strengthen our neighborhoods and to give our residents, young and old, the fullest opportunity for lifelong learning. The new building houses a large collection of materials, including more than 35,000 juvenile, young adult and adult books, books on tape, newspapers and periodicals.
Computers are available for public use, including six that can access the Internet.
The building is entirely ADA accessible and features a children's and adult reading room, a photocopier for public use, library and community exhibits and library and community bulletin boards. In his remarks, the Mayor encouraged parents to make sure their children have library cards and to sign them up for the Chicago Public Library's Summer Reading Program, which begins June 11 at all 78 library locations. In fact, school is only part of the educational process. It occupies just a portion of a student's day. Many people worked hard to ensure the Canaryville Branch would open today and it is a terrific addition to this neighborhood.