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Braselton seeking donations for library expansion

Donations are needed to complete the Braselton Library expansion. (Courtesy Town of Braselton)

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Donations are needed to complete the Braselton Library expansion. (Courtesy Town of Braselton)
By Karen Huppertz for the AJC
June 15, 2022

The Braselton Library is set for a two-story, 8,166 square foot expansion to allow for a children’s wing, study rooms, and more circulation materials and programming. Plans also include a children’s garden with a story time amphitheater and an environmental educational pier.

The state Is providing $1.73 million in 20-year bonds for the two-story addition, but the town must cover the remaining expansion costs. Details and donor opportunities: www.tinyurl.com/BraseltonLibrary.

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