It's National Library Week!
Published April 20, 2026
Joy isn’t one size fits all, especially when it comes to your library. National Library Week is April 19-25, and it’s a perfect time to remember that joy comes in many shapes and forms.
For some, it’s losing track of time in a stack of graphic novels. For others, it’s the spark of confidence from a polished résumé, the excitement of a packed author talk or concert, the simple relief of having free Wi-Fi when it’s needed most or the satisfaction from taking a class that helps one learn a language, understand new technology or find a hobby.
This week at the Atlantic City Free Public Library:
Joy isn’t one size fits all, especially when it comes to your library. National Library Week is April 19-25, and it’s a perfect time to remember that joy comes in many shapes and forms.For some, it’s losing track of time in a stack of graphic novels. For others, it’s the spark of confidence from a polished résumé, the excitement of a packed author talk or concert, the simple relief of having free Wi-Fi when it’s needed most or the satisfaction from taking a class that helps one learn a language, understand new technology or find a hobby.
This week at the Atlantic City Free Public Library:
- There will be free giveaways each day.
- Those who borrow materials this week can be entered into a drawing for a library basket that will include a book, water bottle, mug and other goodies. Each time you check out materials, put your receipt in the box at the Circulation Desk to enter.
- We are having a book sale. Purchase a library bag for $2 and fill it with as many items as you want from our book sale carts.
- We are holding a special ceremony scheduled for April 22 at Main Library. It's open to the public.
National Library Week is a celebration of all the ways libraries bring joy to our lives. Find your joy. It’s waiting for you at the library. No barriers, no cover charge, no secret password. Just walk in.