The Lovelock Library has officially opened its new Media Center, completing a months-long
renovation designed to expand access to technology and hands-on learning.
Library Director Kameron Mitchell told Pershing County Commissioners the project is finished,
with new furniture, shelving, and equipment in place. The space includes large-screen TVs,
flexible work areas, and — soon — a 3D printer funded by a $4,200 Library Services and
Technology Act (LSTA) grant.
Once the printer arrives, Mitchell plans to host instructional workshops to teach community
members how to use it safely and creatively.
“After completing a short class, anyone will be able to come in and print almost anything they
want,” Mitchell said. “It’s about helping people explore technology and design in a hands-on
way.”
The library also received new mobile display units and updated shelving for its growing DVD
collection. One of the first displays features “banned and challenged books” — a national
awareness effort coordinated by the American Library Association to highlight titles that have
faced censorship elsewhere.
“We haven’t had any book challenges locally,” Mitchell explained. “This is just a way to remind
people how important open access and choice are in reading.”
He also noted a small hiccup during the Media Center’s opening week when a young patron
accidentally broke a new table. “It was a cheap one,” Mitchell joked. “No injuries, just a learning
experience.”
Despite the minor setback, the new space marks a milestone for the Lovelock Library’s
modernization efforts, providing a flexible environment for community programs, digital literacy,
and youth learning.
For more information about upcoming library programs and events, visit the Pershing County
Library or call (775) 273-2216.
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