WESTBOROUGH, MA — Westborough Public Library is heading into its second summer in a temporary home with a slate of programs for residents.
The library is operating from 1500 Union St., Suite 101 at Bay State Commons while work continues at 55 West Main St., according to Town Manager Kristi Williams’ June 9 report. The library’s Summer Reading Challenge is returning with the theme “Plant A Seed, Read!” and is open to readers of all ages.
Participants can track their reading, attend programs and use library services through the summer. A featured adult program, Horsepower Trivia, is scheduled for July 16 at 6:30 p.m., with participants invited to arrive in a classic car and test their automotive knowledge. Prizes will be included, according to the town manager’s report.
The library is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at its temporary location.
The library expects to return to 55 West Main St. this fall. Roofing is underway, interior finishes are advancing and permanent electrical and lighting work is expected in the coming weeks, according to Williams’ report.
The project is part of a broader renovation that includes upgrades to HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression and electrical systems, along with structural repairs and redesigned interior spaces.
The library was also awarded $12,500 in state funding through a legislative earmark included in the Fair Share Amendment budget, according to Sen. Michael Moore (D-2nd Worcester).
The repair project is meant to address major building systems, including the roof, HVAC, electrical and network systems, which the library has described as at or past the end of their useful life, according to the library’s repair project FAQ. The library’s project page says the work remains on track for a fall 2026 return to West Main Street.
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