The opening was well attended and enjoyed by all.

Performances at the opening included dancing, stilt walking, and inspiring spoken words by students who will benefit from the library.

Starbucks presented a check to the GAD/ Beacon Center to help defray maintenance costs of the library.

Morgan Schafer, Regional Vice President of Operations at Starbucks and a trustee of the Books for Kids Foundation discussed the importance of library partnerships.

Denise Glaudé of the Books for Kids Foundation presents a plaque to Jenaye Flamer, who manages the GAD/Beacon Center

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As soon as the ribbon was cut, students poured into the new library to make new discoveries through the world of books.

Libraries foster independent learning and a sense of pride in young learners.

In this space, students can enjoy quiet comraderie.

The First Lady of Philadelphia, Naomi Post read to students in attendance.

Books for Kids prides itself on only stocking its libraries with brand-new library-quality books.