National Library Week 2012

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Celebrate National Library Week @ your library!

April 8-14, 2012

Every day across the country, libraries open their doors to everyone: students, parents, seniors, teachers, writers, artists, job seekers, entrepreneurs, readers, gamers, movie lovers and travel buffs. 

"Without librarians, I wouldn't be a writer today."

See what best-selling author and Honorary Chair of National Library Week, Brad Meltzer, has to say about the impact of libraries on his life.

Head to your library this week to see what's new and take part in the celebration.   Libraries across the country are participating. 

Online Events

You belong @ your library Six Word Story Sweepstakes

Thank you to everyone who participated in our National Library Week Six Word Story Contest! Now is the time to vote for your favorite. 

The winner will be announced on Monday, April 16.

Share Your Library Story

You belong @ your library. Do you have a story about how the library has impacted your life?  Share your story!

Celebrate National Library Week on Facebook

Show support for your library during National Library Week by uploading one of several Facebook cover images available on atyourlibrary.org. 

Other Events During National Library Week

• Top Ten List of  Frequently Challenged Books - released in State of America’s Library Report (Monday, April 9)
• National Library Workers Day (Tuesday, April 10)
• National Bookmobile Day (Wednesday, April 11)
• Support Teen Literature Day (Thursday, April 12)

About National Library Week

National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. It is a time to celebrate the contributions of our nation’s libraries and librarians and to promote library use.

Connect with your kids @ your library

Check out our Family Activity Guide for ideas on how you can spend quality family time at your library.