We are thrilled to announce that Summit County Library has been awarded the 2024 Quality Library Award, a prestigious honor that recognizes outstanding dedication and service in Utah’s libraries. This award is a testament to the hard work and innovation of Library Director Daniel Compton and his entire staff. Summit County Library has gone above and beyond to expand access …
Congratulations to Duchesne County Library for earning the Quality Library Award for 2024. This prestigious award recognizes Utah libraries that go above and beyond. “Applying for the Quality Library Award pushed us beyond our comfort zone, particularly in online marketing,” said Library Director Dan Mauchley, explaining what the recognition means to him and his team. “We view the qualifications for …
Do you want to start a book club? Are you already a member of a book club looking for your next great read? Do you want to explore stories that are deeply rooted in the history, landscape, and culture of the Beehive State? Then you need to know about Book Buzz, a fantastic, free program from the Utah State Library. …
Congratulations to Smithfield Public Library for earning the 2024 Quality Library Award! This is a major recognition for Utah libraries that show exceptional dedication and service to their communities. From a temporary reading room in a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meeting house in 1915, to now – Smithfield citizens have a rich history of prioritizing library services. …
Congratulations Minersville Public Library for earning the 2024 Quality Library Award! This prestigious award recognizes Utah libraries that go above and beyond. “Minersville Public Library is the heart of our town, a welcoming hub for everyone from toddlers to seniors,” says Library Director Shannon Terry. “It’s a place where kids discover the magic of reading, teens find resources and support, …
Congratulations to Parowan Library for earning the Quality Library Award for 2024. The Quality Library Award is presented to Utah libraries that go above and beyond. “The Parowan Public Library is resilient, creative, and community-focused,” says Utah State Library Director Cara Rothman. “The library is always working to make its services even better, so it’s always an important part of the …
Congratulations to Highland City Library for earning the 2024 Quality Library Award! This is a major recognition for Utah libraries that show exceptional dedication and service to their communities. Opening in 2008 with a collection of 25,000 books, this library now offers over 40,000 items and 200,000 ebooks and audiobooks through the Beehive Library Consortium. Patrons also have access to …
North Logan Library staff members Heidi Taylor and Seth Huber wrap up the Summer Reading Social.
Many Utah librarians currently offer nature resources, but Salt Lake City Public Library has a specific librarian assigned to facilitating seed libraries and garden spaces.
Congratulations to Gunnison Civic Library for earning the Quality Library Award for 2024. The Quality Library Award is presented to Utah libraries that go above and beyond. Gunnison is a small town in Sanpete County with a population of around 3,500 people. Libraries play a particularly vital role in small towns, often serving as essential community hubs. Gunnison Civic Library …
The Utah State Library is dedicated to helping Utah’s librarians grow professionally — it’s a key part of our mission, vision, and values. As our Training Coordinator Rachel Lenahan puts it: “One of the goals here at the Utah State Library is to empower Utah’s librarians through ongoing training, sharing ideas and success stories, and providing tech support.” Rachel works …
Spring is in the air! We are celebrating the abundance of nature resources available at Utah’s libraries. From seed libraries to education programs, your local library might be your gateway to exploring and appreciating the outdoors. Programs and Events: Provo City Library is offering three upcoming programs for adults to connect with nature: Provo City Library’s Growing Intention program offers …