Relaxing corner Gerald Lenk of Staples relaxed with a magazine Monday in a secluded nook at the new Staples Public Library. (Staples World photo by Tom Crawford) Even though the Staples Public Library is open, the official Grand Opening will be celebrated Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 26-27.

A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, followed by tours of the new building. Other library activities include special programs for all ages.
Unpacking Bev Anderson, left, branch assistant, and Ellen Peters, branch manager, were busy Monday getting books ready to go back on the shelves. It was the first day the new library was open to the public in their spacious new quarters at the Staples Public Library. (Staples World photo by Tom Crawford)
Not just books anymore A library is not just a place for books, not any more. The new Staples Public Library is open for business, offering computers, movies and tapes for rent and, oh, a few books too. Julie Burton (foreground) and others used the library