To mark the grand opening of the new Lake Hills Library, a ribbon-cutting celebration and open house will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. It will take place just a few blocks east of the existing library at 15590 Lake Hills Blvd.

The new library is located in the redeveloped Lake Hills Shopping Center. A community stakeholder group created a redevelopment proposal in 2003, calling for a new library, retail and office space and residential units to be constructed in phases. Construction of the new $3.2 million library is part of the $172 million capital bond, approved by voters in 2004 to fund major upkeep and expansion of KCLS libraries.

The library design incorporates dynamic materials and textures to create a warm and inviting environment that encourages gathering. A natural color palette is accented by vibrant furniture and fabrics.

The 10,000 square foot library features a children’s area, teen area, meeting room and study areas. Sustainable design practices were a priority during the design and building process and include energy efficient lighting and sustainable interior finish materials. The high-angled ceiling features exposed wood beams and much of the library is infused with natural light.

After the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the public is invited inside to tour the new library and enjoy refreshments and a musical program.

In anticipation of the grand opening of the new location, the last open day at the current library site will be Tuesday, Aug. 31.

Limited holds pick-ups and returns will be available in the current library meeting room:

Thursday, Sept. 2, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 3, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 5, 1-5 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 6, closed for holiday

Tuesday, Sept. 7, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 8, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 9 and Friday, Sept. 10, closed.