NILES, Ohio (WKBN) -- The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library celebrated the grand opening of its new library branch inside the Eastwood Mall on Saturday with an island-themed party.
During the opening at the JCPenney concourse near the children's play area, guests got the chance to tour the new library, sign up for a library card and participate in activities all afternoon.
"To get kids reading early is our main objective these days is to get kids reading. There's a ton of kids here today getting books. There's a table over here, you can come get a book, we give them out for free today," said Jim Wilkins, executive director of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library.
Wilson also expressed how the new branch is a great way for the library to connect with the community.
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