National Library Week was first observed in 1958, when the American Library Association (ALA) sponsored the event and encouraged libraries across the nation to participate each April. National Library Week, which runs April 4th through 10th, is a time to celebrate the contributions of libraries and librarians across America and promote the use of the nation’s libraries and their resources. … Read More
Find the Scott County Public Library at Home!
The Scott County Public Library celebrated National Library Week by encouraging our community to find the library at home! National Library Week is commemorated April 19-25, as an annual celebration focusing on the valuable role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming communities and improving lives. This month, SCPL invited all patrons in exploring their passions and discovering new … Read More
National Library Week – Celebrating Library Stories
National Library Week is just around the corner. Celebrated April 7-13 and sponsored by the American Library Association, it includes publication of the “State of American Library Report.” In addition, the ALA encourages library supporters to share their stories of appreciation on their website at http://www.ala.org/conferencesevents/celebrationweeks/natlibraryweek. National Library Week began in 1958. Today, urban and rural public libraries offer more … Read More