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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,

Celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial with the Utah State Library! We are sponsoring digital community reads throughout the year, leading up to July 4, 2026.  The Beehive Library Consortium will offer American history and historical fiction titles for adults, young adults, and children. Readers can access the books through the Beehive Library Consortium Libby app using their library card from their local

We are proud to announce that 31 outstanding public libraries have been recognized with the Utah Quality Library Award. This annual 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. “I’m happy to congratulate all the library staff

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

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