National Library Week 2025 Maplewood Proclamation

WHEREAS, the Maplewood Memorial Library connects people to information, ideas and each other and is open for all, and will be opening a new, fully sustainable, LEED Gold certified new library building in the summer of 2025;

WHEREAS, libraries spark creativity, fuel imagination, and inspire lifelong learning, offering a space where individuals of all ages can explore new ideas and be drawn to new possibilities; 

WHEREAS, libraries serve as vibrant community hubs, connecting people with knowledge, technology, and resources while fostering civic engagement, critical thinking, and lifelong learning; 

WHEREAS, libraries provide free and equitable access to books, digital tools, and innovative programming, ensuring that all individuals—regardless of background—have the support they need to learn, connect, and thrive; 

WHEREAS, libraries partner with schools, businesses, and organizations to maximize resources, increase efficiency, and expand access to essential services, strengthening the entire community;  

WHEREAS, libraries empower job seekers, entrepreneurs, and lifelong learners by providing access to resources, training, and opportunities that support career growth and economic success; 

WHEREAS, libraries nurture minds through storytimes, programs, and literacy initiatives, fostering curiosity and a love of learning; 

WHEREAS, libraries protect the right to read, think, and explore without censorship, standing as champions of intellectual freedom and free expression; 

WHEREAS, dedicated librarians and library workers provide welcoming spaces that inspire discovery, collaboration, and creativity for all; 

WHEREAS, libraries, librarians, and library workers across the country are joining together to celebrate National Library Week under the theme “Drawn to the Library”;  

NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Mayor Nancy Adams, proclaim April 6–12, 2025, as National Library Week. I encourage all residents to visit the Maplewood Library, explore its resources, and celebrate all the ways that the Maplewood Library draws us together as a community not just during National Library Week, but always.