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Whether you are a local librarian aiming to better serve your Spanish-speaking patrons, or a teacher looking to supplement your classroom library, the Utah State Library has something you need to know about: Spanish Language Kits. Our Spanish Language Kits are curated, high-interest collections designed to get kids and teens excited about reading. For Spanish-speaking students, being literate in their

Whether you’re a seasoned library director in a bustling city or a new staff member at a rural branch, the landscape of information science is shifting faster than ever. Keeping up with digital literacy, community needs, and the latest in cataloging isn’t just a bonus — it’s a necessity. The Utah State Library understands this. That’s why our training program

As we approach the U.S. Semiquincentennial on July 4, 2026, the Utah State Library is inviting everyone to dive into the stories that shaped our nation. If you’re a fan of historical fiction, deep-dive biographies, or simply love a good book club discussion, the America250 Book Buzz collection is your perfect starting point. What is Book Buzz? Utah State Library’s

We are excited to share a summary of the significant achievements and progress made by the Utah State Library during Fiscal Year 2025. These successes underscore our commitment to expanding access, supporting local libraries, and ensuring that all Utahns have the resources they need to thrive. Expanding Access for the Blind and Disabled Community Utah State Library Program for the

Your Library, Upgraded You may notice that our website looks a little different, in the best ways! This new library catalog, called Aspen, provides you with 24/7, free access to your library. Check out our new, easy-to-use library catalog.  This new online catalog will benefit library patrons from our bookmobiles, bookmobile headquarters, and partner libraries, which include Fairview City 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

Congratulations to Helper City Library for earning the Quality Library Award for 2024. The Quality Library Award is presented to Utah libraries that go above and beyond. In a town with a population of around 2,200, Helper City Library is essential to the community. The library is part of the Utah State Library Beehive Library Consortium, offering access to research

Volunteering to record books and edit for the Utah State Library Blind and Disabled Program is fun – just ask Dave Toronto, who has been a volunteer at USL for 15 years and says it’s so fun to hear feedback from patrons who like the way you read. “I love to read books.” said Dave. “This is a perfect way

Congratulations to Tremonton City Library for earning the Quality Library Award for 2024.  The Quality Library Award is presented to Utah libraries that go above and beyond. “This shows that all our efforts to serve the community we live in is important and worthwhile. I love that the staff get this recognition for all their hard work and dedication.” says

This year, a record number of libraries were awarded the Quality Library Award. This prestigious award is presented to Utah libraries that exhibit exemplary standards in multiple facets of library service, including a commitment to serving patrons and enhancing the quality of life in their communities. Congratulations to the 28 Utah libraries awarded the Quality Library Award for outstanding service

The Utah State Library offers a variety of tools and training for Utah libraries and their staff. We offer so many great library services, some of them have been overlooked. Read on to discover our services that will help your library career, patrons, and community.  Here are six Utah State Library services Utah’s librarians need to know about:  Up your

The library in Bicknell, the Tri-County Bookmobile headquarters, offers free wi-fi, computers, and about 20,000 items to check out for the 300 residents of Bicknell, Utah. It’s also home to The Flower Puff Girls and their queen, Bumbelina. Amber Fullerton, the Tri-County bookmobile headquarters librarian, finds unique opportunities to enrich her patron’s lives. She sees the bookmobile headquarters as a