PARDON OUR DUST, IT'S CONSTRUCTION TIME
We're hard at work to make sure we keep up with the growing needs of our community (that's you!). From freshening up spaces with paint and carpet to building new libraries, we're thankful for your support and for being a valued member of Arapahoe Libraries. Here you'll find the latest remodel and construction news. Questions? Contact us.
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IN PROGRESS: ELOISE MAY LIBRARY EXPANSION PROJECT
Key Features
- Cafe with a Friends bookstore
- Open seating and informal gathering areas
- Private study rooms
- Meeting and classroom spaces
- Creative and activity room
- Community kitchen
- Outdoor seating
- Expanded parking capacity
The Eloise May Library Expansion project adds a new, two-level, 20,000 square-foot building next to the existing Eloise May Library. The new building will connect to the library through a plaza and outdoor walkway and will provide new spaces designed to better serve the community.
Key Features
- Cafe with a Friends bookstore
- Open seating and informal gathering areas
- Private study rooms
- Meeting and classroom spaces
- Creative and activity room
- Community kitchen
- Outdoor seating
- Expanded parking capacity
Projected Timeline
- 2025–2026: Design and planning phase
- 2027: Construction
- 2028: Completion and opening
This timeline may shift as planning continues.
Community Input
If you have comments or questions please contact us.
2026 COMPLETED REMODEL: THE SPACE AND CAFE BY ARAPAHOE LIBRARIES
Remodeled Library Features
- In-house cafe
- Coworking space
- Meeting rooms
- Audio and video recording rooms
- Event space
- Catering services
The Space and Cafe by Arapahoe Libraries completed it's remodel in 2026 and became available to the public. Located at 12855 E. Adam Aircraft Cir., Englewood. The Space includes an in-house cafe, coworking space, meeting rooms and event space. It is designed to meet a growing demand for public meeting space. A segment of the building was retained for library administrative use.
Arapahoe Libraries is committed to meeting the evolving needs of the community. To learn more, visit the library website or follow us on Facebook or Instagram. Interested in joining our team? Find current job listings.
To find the current hours, services and location information visit The Space and Cafe at the Space location pages.
Remodeled Library Features
- In-house cafe
- Coworking space
- Meeting rooms
- Audio and video recording rooms
- Event space
- Catering services
