Lewiston Public Library seeks kids’ input for children’s department remodel [Video]

The library kicked off its READy to GROW campaign with a celebratory “Dream Big” event aimed at sparking imagination in young visitors and giving the community a glimpse of what’s to come.

Victoria Stanton attended with her daughter, who joined other children in imagining and sketching their ideal library space. 

“This event has been so fun, watching my kiddo bounce around and express her creativity,” Stanton said.

Among the ideas shared were dragon sculptures hanging from the ceiling and disco balls casting rainbow lights. While these visions may seem ambitious, Deputy Director Sara Turner said they are exactly the kind of innovative thinking the library hopes to inspire.

“Dream Big is about their imaginations,” Turner explained. “What do they want to see? That’s what we care about.”

The children’s department remodel will focus on creating a modern, interactive …