Rialto Branch Library Reopens After Renovation
The facility now features a high-tech AniMaker Space and updated storytime area for local families.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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The Rialto Branch Library has officially reopened its doors following a two-month renovation project. The facility now hosts a new AniMaker Space and an upgraded storytime area equipped with animatronics and 3D projection.
Why it matters
The renovation project brings modern educational technology to the local community, expanding access to interactive learning tools.
The library renovation project required an investment of $1.7 million. This work follows the closure of the branch for a two-month period to complete the facility upgrades.
The players
Garner Holt Education Through Imagination
This organization specializes in the development of educational animatronics and technology systems.
Fontana Lewis Library and Technology Center
This institution serves as a regional hub for technology-based library services within San Bernardino County.
The details
The newly installed AniMaker Space was developed by Garner Holt Education Through Imagination to provide interactive learning opportunities. A ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the completion of the project, which aims to enhance the library experience through new animatronics and 3D projection technology.
Timeline
The Fontana Lewis Library and Technology Center opened the county's first AniMaker Space in 2023.
The Rialto Branch Library held its ribbon-cutting ceremony and reopened on October 19, 2026.
Market Landscape
The expansion of the AniMaker program follows the successful implementation of the Fontana Lewis Library and Technology Center AniMaker Space program in 2023. This move positions the library system as a regional leader in adopting immersive technology for public education.
Residents can now visit the library to access the new AniMaker Space and interactive storytime features. These upgrades provide families with updated facilities and advanced learning tools at no additional cost to library patrons.
The takeaway
The addition of animatronics and 3D projection marks a shift toward more interactive public library spaces. Local families are encouraged to visit the facility to explore the new tools and updated reading environments.
Further reading
For more on community facilities, visit the Rialto Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Daily Bulletin.
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