We’re delighted to announce that the gazebo in the Library Garden has been fully renovated. The gazebo has taken a battering from the weather, birds and general wear and tear since it was first installed in 2011 – but thanks to money raised by the Friends and help from St Annes in Bloom with the restoration, it is now looking very smart and inviting. The gazebo houses benches and a Storyteller’s chair, which was part of the original installation. The Friends, garden volunteers and manager Aileen Smedley celebrated the restoration with a little get together. Thanks to everyone who has helped with the project.
The idea for a Library Garden was conceived back in 2008 The original idea was to transform the existing green space around the library into an area fit to be used by the community for reading and communal activities, and as a place where people could simply relax and enjoy the garden. The Friends of St Annes Library took on the project, secured the funding and saw it through to completion in 2011. The Garden is entirely maintained by volunteers. You can read about the history of the Library Garden here.
Our next project is to raise enough money to repair the pathway along the side of the Library, leading to the pergola. The path was originally laid for ease of use by people with disabilities and wheelchair users. It’s currently in a bad state of repair and the Friends will be working hard to run a series of fund rasing events in order to repair it.