During National Library Week April 4-10, check out your library online
National Library
Week is a time to highlight the essential role libraries, librarians, and
library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. The
theme for this year’s National Library Week is “Welcome to your library,” which
promotes the idea that libraries extend far beyond the four walls of a building
and that everyone is welcome to use their services. Libraries are accessible
and inclusive places that foster a sense of belonging and community through
learning, discovery and exploration.
Libraries of all types have been going above and beyond, especially during the
pandemic, by expanding their resources and continuing to meet the needs of
their patrons.
This National Library Week, the public can show their appreciation and support
for libraries by visiting the UWSP Libraries website,
and following us on Facebook
and Instagram using
the hashtag #NationalLibraryWeek.
First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance
sponsored by the American Library Association and libraries of all types across
the country each April.
Join us for some of our UWSP Libraries virtual activities and links to national
activities are also listed:
UWSP Libraries
April 4-11: ENTER YOUR SELFIE FOR A READ POSTER! Details
here
April 4-11: Check out the annual UWSP Libraries Newsletter found here!
April 4-11: Participate in the Libraries Scavenger Hunt and win a small reward!
Details
here
American Library Association Events
Sit in on A National Library Week Conversation with Dan Rather
April 8: Join Booklist's Donna Seaman and Dan Rather for a live conversation about his recent book, "What Unites Us: Reflections on Patriotism" in celebration of Take Action for Libraries Day, on Thursday, April 8. Registration is free and open to all, but space is limited, so sign up now. The event is sponsored by United for Libraries, Booklist, and the American Library Association.
Participate
in the #MyLibraryIs promotion on social media
Celebrate National Library Week 2021 by sharing what you
love about the resources and services available at your library. Post to
Instagram, Twitter, or on the I Love Libraries Facebook
page, about an e-book, audiobook, virtual storytime or
bookclub, or how your library has made a difference while you've been social
distancing at home. Use the hashtag #MyLibraryIs. We'll gather all the
entries, and one randomly selected winner will receive a $100 Visa gift
card. The promotion starts Sunday, April 4 at noon CT and ends on
Saturday, April 10 at noon CT. Don’t forget to tag your library!
If you love your library, say it loud and proud: vocal
community support helps libraries secure much-needed funding and reminds
hardworking library staff that their efforts are appreciated. Participating in
the #MyLibraryIs promotion is a quick, easy way to help your library thrive!
Other
Fun Activities
National Library Week Word Search Activity Page (PDF)
National Library Week Coloring Page
(PDF)
National Library Week Coloring Page
in Spanish (PDF)
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