This week is a big one for those of us working in libraries, it's National Library Week! "National Library Week," according to the American Library Association, "is an annual celebration of the contributions of our nation's libraries and librarians." And is the week we are reminded how much libraries contribute to their communities every day.
This year's theme is "Communities thrive @ your library." And this year's Honorary Chair is the 2009 Newberry Award Winner Neil Gaiman. Mr. Gaiman has long been a supporter of libraries and will participate in various National Library Week events. To find out more about ALA's National Library Week, check out their fact sheet.
So to honor your local, beloved library stop by or log on. Make use of the resources they provide, check out a book, find an article, and let them know the work they do is appreciated.
The UMUC library is available to students 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through email, IM, chat, and more! Check us out at http://www.umuc.edu/library and visit us often for all your information needs.
