National Library Week (April 19-25, 2026) is an invitation to discover (or rediscover) your library joy! This year's theme is inspired by the message and mission of Honorary Chair Mychal Threets:
"There are so many library kids and library grown-ups who have yet to fully embrace their library joy, and I am so excited for them! When they enter the world of libraries and stories, I am confident they will find not only their library joy but their courage to believe in their own story and maybe even share it with others." —Mychal Threets
Monday, April 20: Right to Read Day, a day for readers, advocates, and library lovers to take action to protect, defend, and celebrate the right to read. The American Library Association (ALA) kicks off National Library Week with the release of its State of America's Libraries Report, including the list of Top Ten Most Challenged Books of 2025.
→ Read about censorship in magazines and newspapers throughout history in our upcoming blog.
Tuesday, April 21: National Library Workers Day, a day for library staff, users, administrators, and Friends groups to recognize the valuable contributions made by all library workers.
→ A good opportunity to remember just how many people are dedicated to your right to freely access reliable information and safely exist in a public space.
Wednesday, April 22: National Library Outreach Day (formerly National Bookmobile Day), a day to celebrate library outreach and the dedicated library professionals who are meeting their patrons where they are.
→ Learn about the new bike libraries being built out of 81st Ave Branch by the East Oakland Engagement team.
Thursday, April 23: Take Action for Libraries Day, a day to rally advocates to support libraries.
→ This is a great day to purchase from, donate to, or sign up to volunteer with the Friends of the Oakland Public Library. Proceeds from their bookstore in downtown Oakland fund OPL's programs and services.
Celebrate the libraries and library professionals role in changing lives and uplifting our communities. Visit us, tag us in you book selfies, and share why libraries bring you joy!
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