Celebrate National Library Week, April 6–12, 2025
What draws people to the library? Everything! From books and digital resources to technology and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities.
At Branch District Library, we invite the community to join the celebration! Whether you're a longtime patron or haven’t visited in a while,now is the perfect time to explore all the library has to offer. Our library provides free Wi-Fi, digital collections, programming for all ages, and a wide variety of materials, ensuring that everyone has access to resources that educate, inspire, and connect.
This National Library Week, take time to rediscover the library and see how it draws us together as a community. Whether you're visiting for books, resources, or a place to connect, Branch District Library is here for you.
National Library Week events
Monday, April 7: Right to Read Day, a day for readers, advocates, and library lovers to take action to protect, defend, and celebrate the right to read. The American Library Association (ALA) kicks off National Library Week with the release of its State of America's Libraries Report, including the list of Top Ten Most Challenged Books of 2023.
Tuesday, April 8: National Library Workers Day, a day for library staff, users, administrators, and Friends groups to recognize the valuable contributions made by all library workers.
Wednesday, April 9: National Library Outreach Day (formerly National Bookmobile Day), a day to celebrate library outreach and the dedicated library professionals who are meeting their patrons where they are.
Thursday, April 10: Take Action for Libraries Day, a day to rally advocates to support libraries.
First celebrated 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.
