Deltona Library and Lyonia Preserve

Wow! The new Deltona Library is huge! The Adult or main area of the library has more than doubled in size. There is a store in the back that sells used books at a reduced rate. They have also added enclosed study rooms for more comfort and WiFi through out. I found great interest in the expanded DVD library that included many newly released movies.


There are plenty of new things for the kids to do in the children's area. There are educational board games, puzzles, and exercises all neatly packed in little backpacks each labeled with the course and age group that they are geared for. A large "Tree" stands in the middle of the area with plenty of little chairs to curl up on and read. There are is lots of open spaces and a special room devoted to story time. There is also a Teen Zone, geared towards the older children with computers, older books, a homework help area and two Wii's.


The Lyonia Preserve is attached to the library and includes a café that serves bagels and coffee, a gift shop that specializes in eco-friendly goods, and a large auditorium for events. The exhibit area is geared towards education children of all ages about Volusia County's eco systems from the ocean, the scrub and the springs.

I look forward to seeing concerts in the new outside amphitheater and taking leisurely hikes on the three trails in the Scrub. Indoor and out, this project seems well worth the 11 million spent by local tax payers. I highly suggest taking the kids and checking it out for yourself. It doesn't cost a thing and the kids will learn while having fun in the process.

The Grand Opening was a hit with my family. There were lots of fun crafts and a guided tour of the preserve. Unfortunately, October 17th was the only day for the festivities. Deltona's next event is Spooktaular, which is scheduled for the weekend of October 24 and 25th. Last years was a lot of fun with games for the kids and two "haunted trails" (one is for kids and one is adults only). The event is free and my family will be attending.