Dreams, ideas, inspiration, and knowledge can all come to people from books; but what happens when people dream about a bigger, better and more beautiful place to find books or other information?

In the Village of Belleville, one such dream became a reality. After years of hard work from village residents, volunteers groups, library and government staff, the new Belleville Public Library officially began its phased opening on Wednesday, March 17, 2021.

"Constructing this new Library has been a bright spot for many during the COVID pandemic," remarks Library Director Bronna Lehmann. The so...