LibGuides: National Library Week 2024: Ready, Set, Library!

Celebrate at the Library

Eclipse Viewing
Monday, April 8
12:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Celebrate Right to Read Day with a solar eclipse and don't let censorship eclipse your right to read! The first 50 attendees will receive a free pair of eclipse glasses.
Visit the "Shelfie" Station
Stop by our library-themed photo booth for a quick selfie, or as we like to call it, a "shelfie!" Don't forget to tag us! @metrostatelib, @metrostatelibrary, #NationalLibraryWeek, #HowILibrary
Magnetic Poetry
Did you know it's National Poetry Month? Visit the magnetic poetry station in the library and check out some of the fabulous poetry books we have on display.
Check out Dayton's Bluff
Don't forget to visit the Dayton's Bluff branch of the Saint Paul Public Library right next door!

Ready, Set, Win Prizes!

Guess the Number of Books in the Library
How many print books does the Metro State Library have in its collection? Submit your best guess online or in person (one entry per person, please) for a chance to win a Metro State swag prize pack.
#HowILibrary
Snap a pic or shoot a video showcasing your favorite thing about your library. Post to Instagram, X, Threads, or on the I Love Libraries Facebook page with the hashtag #HowILibrary. And don’t forget to tag your library to let them know how much they are appreciated!

About National Library Week

"Ready, Set, Library!"
National Library Week (April 7-13, 2024) is a time to celebrate our nation's libraries, library workers' contributions and promote library use and support. The theme for National Library Week 2024 is "Ready, Set, Library," illustrating the idea that in our always-online world, libraries give us a green light to something truly special: a place to connect with others, learn new skills, and focus on what matters most.
2024 Honorary Chair
Meg Medina: “I’m thrilled to serve as the honorary chair of National Library Week for 2024! Libraries connect our communities and enrich our lives in ways we may not realize, and one of my greatest pleasures is discovering the unexpected and beautiful things libraries offer. From book groups to lending sports equipment to providing a safe after-school hangout space and so much more, libraries support us wherever we find ourselves on the roadmap through life’s journey. Join me and the American Library Association in celebrating the gift of libraries everywhere and the adventures and opportunities they unlock for us every day. Ready, Set, Library!”

Get to Know Us!

Meet some of the library workers who make the library work and celebrate National Library Workers Day with us on April 8!

Alec, Professor, Department Chair

Years at Metro State: 15
Currently Reading: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Did you know… Alec and his spouse have a collection of over 340 board games!

Beth, Dean of the Library

Years at Metro State: almost 6
Currently Reading: The Fraud by Zadie Smith
Did you know… Beth is learning Swahili!

Chris, Interlibrary Loan Technician

Years at Metro State: 22
Currently Reading: A Mother's Reckoning by Sue Klebold
Did you know… Chris has three kidneys!

Debbie, Library Operations Manager

Years at Metro State: 1
Currently Reading: All This Could Be Different by Sarah Thankam Mathews
Did you know… Debbie’s been to 120 Tori Amos concerts across 27 states and 2 Canadian provinces!

Jennifer, Librarian and Professor

Years at Metro State: 20
Currently Reading: Bicycling with Butterflies by Sara Dykman
Did you know… Jennifer hiked the Appalachian Trail end to end and her trail name was Jitterbug!

Nancy, Circulation Technician

Years at Metro State: 15
Currently Reading: The House of Hidden Meanings by RuPaul
Did you know… Nancy once caught a chipmunk in the air, using tongs!

National Library Week 2024: Ready, Set, Library!

Celebrate at the Library

Eclipse Viewing

Visit the "Shelfie" Station

Magnetic Poetry

Check out Dayton's Bluff