National Library Week April 6-12

Celebrate National Library Week at Jefferson County Public Library April 6–12, 2025 

Jefferson County, Indiana – What draws people to the library? Everything! From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities. National Library Week, April 6–12, 2025, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. 

At Jefferson County Public Library, we invite the community to join the celebration! Whether you're a longtime patron or haven’t visited in a while, now is the perfect time to explore all the library has to offer. Our library provides free Wi-Fi, digital collections, local history and genealogy assistance, author talks, story times, arts and crafts, notary services, meeting spaces, books, movies, and more, ensuring that everyone has access to resources that educate, inspire, and connect. 

Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone. Whether you’re preparing for a career change, launching a business, raising a family, or embracing retirement, Jefferson County Public Library is here to support your journey. Libraries serve as hubs for learning, creativity, and connection, helping people of all ages explore new ideas and opportunities. 

This National Library Week, take time to rediscover the library and see how it draws us together as a community. Whether you're visiting for books, resources, or a place to connect, Jefferson County Public Library at both Madison and Hanover is here for you. 

First celebrated in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association and libraries of all types across the country each April. For more information about events at Jefferson County Public Library visit www.mjcpl.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.  Jefferson County Public Library was founded in 1818 and serves the community with opportunities to obtain and use information in a variety of formats, to pursue lifelong learning, to explore recreational interests, and to better understand personal and regional heritage. In addition to books and movies, the library offers community meeting spaces, cultural and educational programs, entertainment, one-on- one computer assistance, outreach services to homebound and children, genealogy and local history research assistance, early literacy programs and reading and viewing suggestions. Libraries are located in Madison and Hanover, Indiana.