Celebrating National Library Week 2025

Libraries are more than just buildings filled with books—they are vibrant centers of learning, creativity, and connection. National Library Week, happening April 6–12, 2025, is the perfect time to celebrate the essential role libraries play in our communities.

From physical books to digital resources, job assistance, and engaging programming, libraries provide countless services that help individuals and families thrive. Libraries serve as hubs of opportunity, providing access to knowledge and resources that empower individuals and strengthen communities.

Since the first National Library Week in 1958, libraries across the country have continued to evolve, meeting the changing needs of their patrons. Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to work, resources to help with school or career growth, or just a great book to read, your library is here for you.

• Express gratitude. National Library Workers Day is Tuesday, April 8. Write a thank you note to your local library workers or drop by to say “thank you!”
• Use your voice. Thursday, April 10 is Take Action for Libraries Day, a day to rally around support for our libraries. Contact your local elected officials and tell them why the library matters to you and advocate for more library resources and funding.
• Visit your library! Go to your local branch to use some of the resources and check out a book. If you can’t get into a branch location, take the opportunity to utilize digital resources.
• Attend an event. Check out the full roster of events offered for National Library Week by the Fulton County Library System here. 
• Be an advocate. Encourage your friends and family to get their library card.
• Make a gift. Your gift will be used to support community programming and innovation at the Fulton County Library System. Every gift matters! Give here.