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 and support. All types of libraries -- school, public, academic and special -- participate (per ALA website).
In 2022, National Library Week is from April 3-9, 2022.
Each year, National Library Week has a theme. The 2022 theme is Connect With Your Library.
National Library Week Fact Sheet (American Library Association)
Image source: ALA; Introductory Text: NF
National Library Week - April 3-9, 2022
National Library Week is a week-long celebration of libraries. This year's theme, "Connect With Your Library" will be celebrated at the LWLC via the following events:
Monday, April 4
Individually wrapped snacks for students on 1st floor of library
Tuesday, April 5
11:15am -12pm: Musical Performance by Taco Tuesday (ASU's studio ensemble)
12pm - 2pm: Poetry Slam for Students -- Winner will receive a gift card! Sign up in the library!
National Library Workers Day -- Snacks in the staff lounge for LWLC employees
Wednesday, April 6
11am - 11:30am: Piano Performance by Robert McWilliams in LWLC Lobby
Thursday, April 7
11:15am - 12pm: Musical Performance by 4TH Valve Quartet (ASU's chamber group)
All Week Long
Color Your Stress Away -- Come to the library for markers and coloring sheets to color your stress away
Information: JP; Banner, Section: NF
Here are some books and e-books accessible to ASU patrons that tie in with National Library Week.
Text & selections: NF