What draws people to the library? From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, the local Pioneer Libraries have many offerings and are essential to thriving communities.
National Library Week, April 6-12, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning.
Pioneer Library System (PLS) invites the community to join the celebration! Whether you’re a longtime customer or haven’t visited in a while, now is the perfect time to explore all your library has to offer. Their libraries provide free eBooks and eAudiobooks, movies, TV shows, Wi-Fi, career workshops, Maker services, 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, PLS is here to support the journey. Libraries serve as hubs for learning, creativity, and connection, helping people of all ages explore new ideas and opportunities.
Featured events throughout National Library Week include: • Build a Better Business: Laser Engraved Cards at Noble — Become empowered to build and maintain the business of your dreams in this program on laser engraving professional business cards. Designed for adults. Wednesday, April 9, 5-7 p.m. at the Noble Public Library.
• Healthier You: Walking Club at Shawnee — Become empowered to take ownership of your health by walking to reduce stress and get moving. Designed for teens and adults. Thursday, April 10, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Shawnee Public Library.
• Creativity Unleashed: Make a Patch in Norman — Explore your interests and discover one of the many ways that you can express yourself through making a patch. You will be guided through this program exploring making a patch to produce your own work of art. Designed for adults. Friday, April 11, 5:30--6:30 p.m. at Norman’s Library Lab.
• Annual Plant Exchange in Moore – Join them for a morning of gardening fun. Raised beds, plants, and gardening advice will also be discussed. Bring plants, bulbs, seedlings, cuttings, or seeds for trade at this come-and-go event.
You do not have to bring anything to take something away! Saturday, April 12, 9 a.m. - 12 noon at the Moore Public Library.
This National Library Week, take time to rediscover the library and see how it draws the community together.
Whether you’re visiting for books, resources, or a place to connect, PLS is here for you. See all events happening this week at pioneer.libnet. info/events.
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 National Library Week events at Pioneer Library System, visit pioneerlibrarysystem.org and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Founded in 1958, PLS today offers full-access libraries in 10 communities throughout Cleveland, McClain, and Pottawatomie counties, as well as additional access locations in smaller communities and outreach services including Business Services and the PLS Mobile Maker Lab.
