National Library Week is here, and this year, we're celebrating what truly draws us in – the vibrant, essential heart of our communities: libraries! More than just repositories of books, the library is a magnetic hub of knowledge, connection, and growth. This week, let's take a moment to appreciate the irresistible pull of libraries and the incredible impact they have on our lives, reminding us why we're all "Drawn to the Library."
What Draws You into the Library?
Is it the friendly faces of the librarians, always ready to guide you on your journey of discovery. The promise of discovering a new world within the pages of a book? The engaging programs that bring people together? For many, the library is a sanctuary, a place to escape and find solace in the world of ideas. It's a place where you can lose yourself in a story, learn a new skill, or simply connect with your community.
How to Get "Drawn to the Library" This Week:
- Attend the San Francisco Giants Library Day: Join us on Monday, April 7th, for the San Francisco Giants game at Oracle Park designated as Library Day. Tickets are available here. For each ticket purchased through this link, $5 will benefit the Santa Clara County Library District. Additionally, you can get your limited-edition San Francisco Giants Library Card at any one of our Community Libraries.
- Participate in Library Programs: We are offering a diverse range of programs this week, including a Virtual Author Talk with Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming, as well as Storytimes, Homework Help for students in grades K-6, Line Dancing, and Guitar and Ukulele practice sessions.
- Explore Our Extensive Collection: Discover our vast collection of library materials available for borrowing. For reading inspiration, please refer to our curated booklists for fiction and non-fiction books.
- Utilize Our Online Resources: Take advantage of our comprehensive online databases, accessible conveniently from your home. These resources offer opportunities to learn new languages, access a wide selection of magazines, stream movies and television shows, and much more.
Let's celebrate National Library Week 2025 by recognizing the vital role libraries play in our lives and by getting "Drawn to the Library" to discover all that they have to offer.
