Mark Twain Library in Redding will reopen today. 

The library was forced to close on January 2nd when the boiler exploded.  A new furnace has been installed and heat is returning to the building.  Library board and staff say they escaped the further damage because no pipes froze and leaked. 

They took precautions and rented large propane heat blowers, covered the collections and electronic equipment with 600 feet of plastic sheeting and added hundreds of gallons of glycol to domestic plumbing and HVAC pipes to keep them from freezing. 

All fines for overdue items will be forgiven.  Mark Twain Library will remain open until 8 pm Monday through Thursday for students who want to study there.  Staff is celebrating the reopening with hot beverages and treats.