The Hunter J. Francois Library (HJFL) at Sir Arthur Lewis Neighborhood School will host a vibrant vary of actions in observance of Nationwide Library Week. This weeklong celebration, operating from April eighth to April thirteenth, 2024, aligns with libraries and data items throughout the island, all rallying behind the worldwide theme: “For a Richer, Fuller Life, Learn!”
The theme underscores the profound influence of libraries and studying on enriching lives, urging people to embrace the behavior of studying for its transformative potential in gaining data, broadening views, and immersing oneself within the richness of literature.
HJFL’s lineup of occasions consists of the favored WORRRD Up Poetry Competitors, a platform that empowers college students to specific their creativity and literary prowess. The semi-finals, held on March twenty seventh, noticed fourteen poets vying for recognition, culminating within the finals on April third, the place Shyne Savory emerged because the WORRD UP Champion 2024.
Along with poetry, the week options partaking discussions with acclaimed authors McDonald Dixon and Chadia Mathurin slated for Friday April 12, and a significant group outreach undertaking geared toward enhancing the Anse la Raye Main Faculty library. On April 10, the Hunter J. François Library will formally hand over the newly developed Anse La Raye Main Faculty Library to the principal, college students, and lecturers. The SALCC Debate Society members will dissect the moot “Libraries in Saint Lucia are antiquated relics, not important within the digital age” tackling the relevance of libraries within the digital age on Wednesday, April 17.
Different key occasions organised by the Nationwide Committee embrace:
Monday, April eighth: Official Opening with a Thanksgiving Service, recognizing the contributions of library and data employees.
Tuesday, April ninth: Nationwide Library Employees Day, honoring the devoted professionals connecting individuals with data and assets.
Wednesday, April tenth: Nationwide Library Outreach Day, extending help and companies into the group, together with the official handover of the Anse La Raye Main Faculty Library.
Thursday, April eleventh: Take Motion for Libraries Day, mobilizing advocates to focus on the pivotal function of libraries in nation-building, that includes a panel dialogue and a televised debate.
Friday, April twelfth: “Chill-out together with your Library” occasion at public libraries, fostering group connections, alongside Writer Talks at HJFL.
Saturday, April thirteenth: “Story Hour: A Day with Volunteer Readers” throughout public libraries, celebrating the magic of storytelling and literacy.
