Library Resources

National Library Week, April 11-17, celebrates our valuable rights in a democratic society--the freedom to “Read! Learn! Connect @ the Library”

Today’s libraries are more vital than ever. Most of us could never afford to buy the books, magazines, videos, CDs and computers the library offers our families. And contrary to popular belief, the vast majority of Americans do not have online connections at home. For those without Internet access at home, work or school, research shows that libraries are the No. 1 point of access.

It’s especially important to encourage children, from the earliest ages, to use the library for both learning and pleasure. By using the library early and often, they will develop critical thinking skills they need to succeed in school and throughout their lives.

I look forward to the day when everyone in the community has a library card and uses it to exercise their freedom to read, learn and connect to the wealth of resources it offers.

TRISH CAVANAUGH, Volunteers / Community Relations Coordinator, Ventura County Library Services Agency