April 25, 2023 – SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a proclamation declaring April 23-29, 2023, as “California Library Week.”
The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below:
PROCLAMATION
This National Library Week, we recognize the essential services, resources, and opportunities that libraries provide for all Californians. There are 1,127 public libraries in California – each one a vital hub for learning and education, health and wellness, community engagement, and economic development.
California’s public libraries provide tens of thousands of public programs each year, including early learning for infants and toddlers, meals for children, literacy tutoring, services for jobseekers, and more. They house technology labs, makerspaces, Wi-Fi hotspots, career centers, and community gardens.
Librarians and library staff play a critical role in…
