Today (Saturday 5/31) is the last day, to browse the library until construction is complete, which is expected in November. Until June 23 the only way to obtain books, other than through the library’s online services, will be to obtain a book from another of the system libraries such as in Fort Atkinson or Palmyra. Requests for books can, of course, be placed online for pickup at those libraries. Beginning June 23 the library will offer curbside service.

The following announcement was previously published on the Banner.

The Irvin L. Young Memorial Library’s Expansion and Renovation Project will enter Phase Three in June. During Phase Three, the existing library space will be renovated. The last day that the library will be open to the public is Saturday, May 31. The
library will be closed June 1 – 22. Only online services will be available during this time.

Curbside service will begin on Monday, June 23. Patrons may place holds and pick them up at the library. Staff will be working in the building, but the public will not be able to enter the building as it will be an active construction zone.

The library’s Summer Reading Program runs June 9 – August 1. There will be many free, fun events happening during this time. Due to construction, many of the events will be hosted off-site. Reading logs can be picked up with library curbside service or at any library event.

Completion of the library’s building project is projected for November 2025. Thank you to everyone in the community for your patience as we work to build your new library spaces!

The Irvin L. Young Memorial Library is located at 431 W. Center Street in Whitewater. Complete details, updates, online services, and the library events calendar can be found at whitewaterlibrary.org. Call the library at 262-473-0530 with questions.