A Library Card Hits All the Right Notes: Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month this September 

Grand Island, NE This September, The Grand Island Public Library invites you to celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month and discover how a library card can hit all the right notes, no matter what your tastes are. 

An initiative of the American Library Association, Library Card Sign-up Month has been held each September since 1987 to mark the beginning of the school year, combat illiteracy, and encourage communities everywhere to explore all the offerings that having a library card unlocks. Today, thousands of public libraries and schools nationwide participate in the month-long celebration each fall. 

This year’s theme, “A Library Card Hits All the Right Notes,” is a reminder that libraries offer something for everyone—no matter your age, background, or goals. Whether you’re checking out a classic story or trying something new, finding harmony at the library’s programs, finding your focus in a study room or vibing out in a cozy nook, or composing your future with new skills, there’s a seat in the front row at the library for you, and your library card is the ticket. 

While a library card is not required to participate in the Grand Island Public Library’s programs, storytimes, or book clubs, registered cardholders also enjoy access to:

• Over 100,000 books, DVDs, video games, magazines, science kits, museum passes, and other physical items available to borrow from our collection

• The library’s Makerspace equipment, including a laser engraver, 3-D printer, Cricut, sublimation printer, heat press, and more

• Online resources such as Libby and Hoopla for downloadable ebooks and audiobooks, and Mango Languages for language learning

In-library databases include Ancestry for genealogy research and Alldata for auto repair information. 

Getting a library card is free, easy, and empowering. For students, it’s a key to academic success. For adults, it’s a gateway to lifelong learning. For everyone, it’s a smart way to stay connected to your community. 

This September, B sharp and sign up for a library card by stopping by the Grand Island Public Library or visit us online at www.gilibrary.org to sign up for a card.  The Grand Island Public Library serves both residents of the City of Grand Island and Hall County. Anyone who lives in or owns property anywhere within Hall County may apply for a library card at no cost. Keep up-to-date with all Library happenings online at https://www.gilibrary.org, Facebook, and Instagram. Access your library account, search the catalog, and discover our digital collections at https://gilibrary.tlcdelivers.com or check out the library’s mobile app available through the App Store and Google Play.