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National Library Week

Celebrating America's Libraries

National Library Week

National Library Week April 3-9, 2022 “Libraries are places where communities connect communities connect—— to things to things like broadband, computers,like broadband, computers,programs and classes, books,programs and classes, books,movies, video games, and more.movies, video games, and more.But most importantly, libraries But most importantly, libraries connect us to each other.”connect us to each other.”Molly Shannon National Library Week Honorary Chair

National Library Week is a yearly event sponsored by the American Library Association to recognize and encourage the use of America's great libraries. The first celebration was held in 1958 and has continued annually ever since, traditionally in April. For more information about National Library Week and to find ways you can participate, head to ALA's website.

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