Celebrating Libraries

Thanks for celebrating Library Week with Us!

During Library Week, we celebrate the role libraries and library staff play in transforming lives and strengthening North Carolina communities.

Day Themes

April 20th, Monday - NC Accessibility Day: Highlighting the many ways libraries increase accessibility to information through services, programs and resources.

April 21st, Tuesday - NC Library Workers Day: Showcasing the contributions library workers in NC make every day to serve their communities.

April 22nd, Wednesday - NC Library Outreach Day: Celebrating community outreach programs and events that bring library services directly to users.

April 23rd, Thursday - Celebrating Libraries Day: Highlighting the role libraries play in strengthening North Carolina communities.

April 24th, Friday - Thanking Supporters Day: Thanking library users by highlighting how frequently users utilize library services and programs.

April 20, 2026

Day 1: Accessibility Day | Accessible Books & Library Services Tech Showcase

Accessible Books & Library Services tech showcase highlights the newer NLS Digital Advanced Player 2 (DA2), a next generation audiobook player from the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS).

Librarian Taylor Thompson happily engaging the public during an outreach event

April 21, 2026

Day 2: Library Workers Day

In the spirit of this day, the Library of NC's Government & Heritage Library highlighted our staff's most requested educational resources from our library! We would love to say thank you to all library workers in North Carolina who have worked hard to support their communities.

April 22, 2026

Day 3: NC Library Outreach Day | Greensboro Public Library Teen Filmmaking Series

Learn how the Greensboro Public Library’s Glenwood Branch is helping teens bring their stories to life through a filmmaking workshop series!

April 23, 2026

Day 4: Celebrating Libraries Day | Tracking the History of the Library of NC

Come along with us as we stroll through downtown Raleigh and explore the former homes of the Library of North Carolina!

Assistant State Librarian Tiwanna Nevels hugging some of her favorite books

April 24, 2026

Day 5: Thanking Supporters Day

Hear from Assistant State Librarian Tiwanna Nevels, who shares her personal journey in libraries and highlights how the love and support for libraries are passed down through families and across generations.

Explore more of the innovative projects libraries are bringing to their communities.

Libraries across North Carolina are introducing innovative programs to support, educate, and engage their communities in a changing world. Check out "The Library is Doing What Now?" to explore some of the creative initiatives happening near you!

Learn More about NC Libraries and Access Library Services

Find Your Local Library

Use the directory to find libraries in your area.

Learn more about "The Library's Doing What Now?" video series!

Learn about innovative services offered by libraries across the state.

Sign up for a Library Card

Are you a North Carolina resident? Find out how to get your very on library card to check out circulating materials from the Government and Heritage Library's collection.

Apply to Receive Accessible Books

Gain access to more than 100,000 books in audio, large print, and braille, delivered to your door or by download.

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Share Your Library Story

Libraries are places of learning, connecting and transformation. How has your life been impacted by libraries? Maybe you learned new technology skills from a librarian, took your children to storytimes, or just used the library space for work or study. Share your library story today by clicking on the Share your Story box!