April 10–16 is National Library Week, which highlights the changing roles of libraries, librarians, and other library workers. The Washington County Library System is joining libraries in schools, campuses, and communities nationwide in celebrating the dynamic changes that are happening in today’s libraries with displays of the Un-Bound Upcycled Book Art Contest entries, Money Smart Week, story times, author visits, craft and gardening workshops, and more throughout April.
Libraries are no longer only places of quiet study. They have become creative and engaging community centers where people can collaborate using new technologies, connect on the internet, or just relax. The Washington County Library System offers access to a variety of print and digital resources, such as e-books, online databases, homework help, genealogical information, magazines, newspaper archives, and so much more. It can be accessed in person or online.
Libraries of all types are evolving to meet the needs of the communities they serve, offering e-books and technology classes, materials for English-language learners, programs for job seekers, or story times to develop early literacy skills.
“Service to the community has always been the focus of the library,” said Joel Tucker, Washington County Library System director. “Libraries level the playing field for people of any age who are seeking the information and access to technologies that will improve their quality of life.”
More information is available at any of the seven Washington County Library branches and at library.washco.utah.gov.
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