
In June 2025, Cumberland County Public Library will begin renovations to upgrade audiovisual (AV) technology in the activity rooms at the following branches:
Conference rooms will remain available for reservations at all eight locations. However, during the renovation period, the large activity rooms will be unavailable for public use and reservations.
Large Activity room reservations during the month of June are available for reservation at the following branches:
Upgrades will include replacement of outdated projector-and-screen setups with large monitor displays, wireless connectivity, and sound and microphone systems, modernizing the experience for presentations, programs, and public meetings.
“These upgrades are one way the library and County are working together to enhance our spaces and better serve the needs of our community,” said Heather Hall, Deputy Director of Cumberland County Public Library.
This initiative is part of the library’s broader commitment to modernizing facilities and creating flexible, accessible, and technologically advanced environments for all residents. For more information about library services or to reserve a meeting space, visit cumberlandcountync.gov/library or contact the library at 910-483-7727.
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