Miami Dade College’s Learning Resources Department will once again celebrate National Library Week, April 24 - 28 with various events at all eight MDC campuses.
First promoted in 1958, National Library Week is sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and observed in libraries across the country each April. All types of libraries - school, public, academic and special - participate.
The theme for National Library Week 2023, “There is More to the Story,” promotes the idea that libraries are full of stories in a number of formats. Stories in print or nonprint resources, as well as a place that brings the campus community together as places to learn, study, connect with others, attend lectures and workshops, use technology, and more. Libraries help develop and facilitate life-long learners. Come and share your stories.
During the week-long celebration, MDC libraries will share pictures and stories, through social media, from our students, faculty, and staff describing how libraries and/or their staff have impacted them.
This LibGuide provides a list of MDC’s National Library Week events and resources for students, faculty, and staff. Event descriptions and information on how to join are below. To join virtual events click on the event title to join on the specified date and time. On-campus events have detailed location information listed after the event descriptions.
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There's More to Their Stories Show your appreciation of the library staff by writing a letter or short message to them. Visit Learning Resources throughout the week to write and share your message of gratitude, thanking the tutors, librarians, and library workers for all they do in support of students and MDC. Learning Resources – Room 1400 |
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Sharing Stories: Our Favorite Books, Films, & Games Librarians, library workers, and tutors share their favorite books, graphic novels, films, and games. Come by Learning Resources and discover a new genre, your next great read, the latest "best story ever"... and meet our LR staff in the process! Learning Resources – Room 1400 |
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Appreciation Board Visit Homestead Learning Resources and share what you appreciate and love about the library. All of our thankful messages will be shared on a board in the Learning Commons. Learning Resources – Room D 101
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LR Staff's Most Memorable Books Homestead Learning Resources (LR) team will have a display of the most memorable books they have read. You can learn the story behind the recommendations and have the chance to vote for your favorite book. Learning Resources – Room D 101 |
Kendall Campus
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Recommendations & Favorites!
Everyone has that one special book! A favorite that they go back to revisit again and again; one that changed their life! Stop by our National Library Week "Recommends & Favorites!" display, promoting these favorite books of our Librarians and staff! And then - add your own!
Learning Commons – Room 2231 |
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Gratitude Wall
Give back a little this National Library Week! If you love your library and have received some four-star help from a staff member or Librarian, why not post some praise for all to see! Share your kudos and thanks on our NLW "Gratitude Wall", featuring photos and "fun facts" of all our Librarians, staff, tutors, and student assistants. Students and patrons can learn a little more about their favorite helpers and post-up a few thank-you notes.
Learning Commons – Room 2231 |
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Haiku Board
5-7-5, the classic haiku formula - a simple yet powerful way to express how you feel! This National Library Week, share your thoughts, your experiences, your challenges, and your triumphs in the form of a haiku - the ancient Japanese art of poetry. Our NLW "Haiku Board" invites students and staff to compose and share their own poetic creations, with all pens, colored inks, and notecards provided.
Learning Commons – Room 2231 |
Medical Campus
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Get to know your very own medical librarian The ViewSonic screen outside the library will feature our campus librarian, Carla Clark. You may be surprised to find out who’s behind the reference desk! Library – Room 1202 |
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Congrats Grads: Enjoy your edible books! In celebration of MDC Commencement and National Library Week, congratulatory graduation mini-book chocolate treats will be given to the student body in the Atrium. Atrium – Building 1, ground level
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Make a statement with your own mini-book earrings Like to read? Order your very own customized mini-book earrings for $5 in the Atrium. All profits will go to the MDC Student Food Pantry. Atrium – Building 1, ground level |
North & Meek Campuses
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Gratitude Jar and Book Display Patrons will have the opportunity to leave a thank you note for an LR Staff member and check out some of the books that the library carries on gratitude. Learning Resources – Room 2211 Meek Center Library – Room 1202 |
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If you Were a Book, What Would your Title Be? Wall Patrons and staff will be able to connect with each other during this interactive activity. They will come up with a book title that describes them and place that title on a whiteboard for everyone to see.
Learning Resources – Room 2211 Meek Center Library – Room 1202
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Wolfson Campus
