Recognize Library Staff During National Library Workers Day

Timberland Regional Library staff play a critical role in meeting the needs of the community and deserve to be recognized on National Library Workers Day on April 5, according to organizations for the advancement of library employees.

National Library Workers Day (NLWD) is a time to recognize library professionals for their expertise and commitment to transforming lives and communities through education and lifelong learning, according to the American Library Association – Allied Professional Association (ALA-APA).

There are 244 Timberland Regional Library (TRL) staff members working in 30 locations that service Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific and Thurston counties. TRL staff offer services from social service support and health services to career and small business development assistance and tools.

“TRL staff make sure their libraries provide endless opportunities for engagement, enrichment and development” said Timberland Regional Library Executive Director Cheryl Heywood.

“Library professionals and other TRL staff work for the organization because they love libraries, and they love sharing that passion with others,” Heywood said. “We want patrons to know that giving recognition for their hard work means a lot to our library staff.”

To show appreciation for TRL staff and the work they do throughout the year, members of the community are invited to “Submit a Star” by providing a testimonial about a favorite library employee on the NLWD website.

Patrons also are welcome to share stories on how library staff have an impact on their lives or community. Each testimonial will be posted in the “Galaxy of Stars” on the NLWD website homepage to honor library workers.

Those celebrating National Library Workers Day can share their celebrations on Twitter using #NLWD22 and by posting to the NLWD Facebook page.

Established in 2003, NLWD celebrates the contributions of all workers who make library service possible every day. NLWD is held annually during National Library Week and is sponsored by the ALA-APA. For more information, please visit the National Library Workers Day website.