A Note from the Executive Director
National Library Week is here! This is a time to celebrate the essential role libraries and library workers play in our communities and to advocate for the continued support they deserve. This year’s celebration feels especially meaningful with Mychal Threets serving as Honorary Chair. His enthusiasm for libraries, equity of access, and the joy of reading has inspired so many, and we were incredibly fortunate to welcome him to our Open House last year. At its heart, this week is about celebrating people. The individuals who believe in the right to read, who show up every day to serve their communities, and who find creative ways to meet patrons where they are. It’s also a reminder of why library work matters. At NEO-RLS, supporting library workers is truly our “why,” and we continue to be inspired by the impact you make. We’d love to hear how your library is celebrating this week. Whether it’s a program, display, or outreach effort, your stories help highlight the importance of libraries across our region. Feel free to send along information and photos to jill.grunenwald@neo-rls.org. Happy National Library Week! Ragan |
