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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) has announced the recipients of the Excellent and Equitable Youth Services Local Library Grants, aimed at …
Chester County’s Atglen Public Library Awarded Grant to Enhance Youth Services Read More
EXTON, PA — Celebrate National Library Card Sign-up Month this September with Chester County Library and the American Library Association! We’re inviting everyone to discover the incredible resources and opportunities available …
Roll Out to the Library this September for Library Card Sign-Up Month Read More
AMBLER, PA — On Friday, Pennsylvania Secretary of Education Dr. Khalid N. Mumin joined children and their families at the Wissahickon Valley Public Library’s Ambler branch for a special Juneteenth …
Pennsylvania Secretary of Education Highlights the Role of Libraries in Summer Learning at Juneteenth Event Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The State Library of Pennsylvania, a beacon of knowledge housed within the historic Forum Building, marked its grand reopening this Friday, following extensive renovations. Secretary of Education …
Historic State Library of Pennsylvania Reopens with Modern Upgrades in the Forum Building Read More
HONEY BROOK, PA — The Honey Brook Community Library commenced its much-anticipated expansion project on Monday. The groundbreaking ceremony saw State Sen. Katie Muth (D-Chester/Montgomery/Berks) alongside Honey Brook Township officials …
Honey Brook Community Library Breaks Ground on Expansion, Doubling Its Capacity for Community Enrichment Read More
BLUE BELL, PA — The magic of storytelling may soon come knocking at the mailboxes of Pennsylvania’s youngest residents. State Rep. Liz Hanbidge, D-Montgomery, has introduced legislation that aims to …
A Doorway to Imagination: Pennsylvania Could Join Dolly Parton’s Worldwide Book Program for Children Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL), part of the Pennsylvania Department of Education, recently unveiled its selection for the 2024 Pennsylvania One Book early literacy program. “Slug …
Pennsylvania One Book 2024 Selection Announced: ‘Slug in Love’ by Rachel Bright Read More
EXTON, PA — Chester County Library System announced that its patrons reached a new milestone: 1.1 million digital books borrowed in 2023. This achievement illustrates the library’s commitment to serving …
Chester County Is One of 136 Public Library Systems Worldwide in Total Digital Circulation Read More
FLEETWOOD, PA — Secretary of Education Dr. Khalid N. Mumin, along with staff from the Office of Commonwealth Libraries, recently visited Fleetwood Area Public Library in Berks County. The visit …
Pennsylvania Invests $70 Million in Public Libraries, Boosting Community Opportunities Read More
EXTON, PA — The Chester County Library & District Center is among 50 public libraries nationwide awarded funding by the Public Library Association (PLA) this year to conduct workshops using …
Chester County Library & District Center Joins Nationwide Initiative for Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Basics Workshop Read More