Find Your Joy at Abilene Public Library During National Library Week, April 19–25, 2026
What brings you joy? Whether it’s cozying up with a new story, learning a new skill, gathering with community or something else, you can find your joy at the Abilene Public Library
National Library Week, April 19–25, 2026, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities.
At Abilene Public Library we invite everyone to join the celebration! Whether you’re a longtime patron, a new neighbor, or haven’t visited in a while, now is the perfect time to explore all the library has to offer. Our library provides free Wi-Fi, digital collections, large print materials, and programming for all ages ensuring that everyone has access to resources that educate, inspire, and connect. Join our almost 6,500 card holders and enjoy these services and more at the library.
Whatever brings you joy, the library has something for everyone. Our patrons, who checked out 80,622 materials last year, would agree! Whether you’re preparing for a career change, launching a business, raising a family, or embracing retirement, Abilene Public Library is here to support your journey. Libraries serve as hubs for learning, creativity, and connection, helping people of all ages explore new ideas and opportunities. We are unveiling our 3D printer this week and our solar charging table is available on the lawn 24/7 along with our Wi-Fi.
Join us for special National Library Week events:
• Free For All: The Public Library – Documentary highlighting the history and impact of Public Libraries / Monday, April 20th at 7:00 pm
• 3D Printer Grand Opening – Come see our new 3D Printer and how you can use it / Wednesday, April 22nd at 4:00 pm
• Share Your Library Joy! – Share what brings you joy at the library to enter to win a free book! Enter at the library or on Facebook / Thursday, April 23rd All Day
• Spirt Week All Week – Join the library staff in dressing according to our Spirt Week themes: Monday – Celebrate Reading Day, Tuesday – Pajama Day, Wednesday – Monochrome Day, Thursday – Hat Day, Friday – Western Day, Saturday – Team or School Day
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.