On Wednesday, September 30th, library patrons and staff bid farewell to the familiar De Buze library in Kerkstraat, Heist. During a gathering with refreshments, memories were shared about the place that had been a steadfast fixture for the community for years.
The official end of an era was marked by symbolically capturing the last borrower and a photo opportunity with several council members. The hanging of the poster ‘Wij verhuizen’ (We are moving) officially signified the closure.
However, the story of the library in Heist continues. On Tuesday, November 3rd, the new library will open its doors in HOOST. This renewed facility promises not only a new location but also a broader range of services and enhanced possibilities.
Visitors will soon be able to access more than just books, magazines, newspapers, and comics. It will feature a 'geriefbib' (utility library), a language corner, and various activities such as reading sessions and a reading club. The collaboration with the 'Spelotheek' (toy library) will also be expanded.
This move, therefore, signifies not just a farewell to De Buze, but primarily a look forward to a new library, a new place, and a fresh start in HOOST.
