03-04-2025
Birmingham-area libraries plan to celebrate National Library Week
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — National Library Week will take place from April 6-12, according to the American Library Association. The theme for the week is 'Drawn to the Library.'
Here are some specific dates the ALA said to look out for:
April 7 — Right to Read Day
The ALA will kick off the week by releasing its State of America's Libraries report for 2025, which will include a list of challenged books. The ALA stated this is a day for readers and library advocates to defend and celebrate the right to read.
April 8 — National Library Workers Day
The ALA stated this day is designated to recognize library workers.
April 9 — National Library Outreach Day
According to the ALA, National Library Outreach Day aims to celebrate the outreach services offered by library workers.
April 10 — Take Action for Libraries Day
The ALA stated that April 10 is dedicated to rallying advocated to support libraries.
More information about National Library Week can be found on the ALA's website.
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Some local libraries have plans in place to celebrate the week.
Montevallo's Parnell Memorial Library is giving patrons the offer to write notes of appreciation to the library staff, which will be read on National Library Workers Day. The Homewood Public Library will host a week-long bookmark contest. The Southside Branch Library will host a 'What Draws You to Our Library?' celebration.
National Library Week was first developed in 1957 by the National Book Committee, and the week was first observed in 1958 with the theme 'Wake Up and Read!'
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