West Chester, Pennsylvania (August 9, 2024) – Families and children are welcome to join in for an afternoon of free, fun activities during this year’s Library Card Sign-Up Fest on Sunday, September 8, from 1- 4 pm at Chester County Library in Exton
The event, organized by state Senator Carolyn Comitta and the Chester County Library System (CCLS), marks Library Card Sign-Up Month, held annually to invite everyone to discover the incredible resources and opportunities available at your local library by signing up for a library card.
“Getting a library card is a transformative experience. It opens up a whole new world of education, exploration, entertainment, and enrichment. I am thrilled to again partner with the Chester County Library for our Library Sign Up Fest. And I want to thank all of the staff, volunteers, and supporters working to spread the word about the power of public libraries,” said Comitta, who serves on the Senate Education Committee.
“Chester County Library is so excited to partner with Senator Comitta once more for our second Library Card Sign-Up Fest this September!” said Chester County Library Director, Jenna Persick. “Join us on Sunday, September 8th, from 1-4 pm at Chester County Library in Exton for a fun day where you can get a taste of some delicious ice cream from Handel’s of Downingtown and check out all the fun activities we have planned for the day including crafts, face painting, STEM kits, Touch-a-Truck, a photo booth, story times with special guest readers including Miss Pennsylvania’s Teen, Arianna Spurlin, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine’s Zoo & Stem On Wheels and special character visits. Staff volunteers will also be accepting donations of new or gently used books for ages 0-18 years to be distributed to local non-profits. Please consider donating to this worthy cause. Of course, the main reason for this celebration is that you can register for and roll out with your library card and start the school year off right, with your most important school supply—a library card. Everyone should have one!”
Today’s libraries are vibrant community centers offering much more than just books. With a CCLS card, you can explore the system’s full catalog of books, visit local museums, access resources for entrepreneurs and small businesses, and other services to help meet the needs of our community.
The Chester County Library System is made up of eighteen libraries across the county. To find your local library and to learn more about applying for a library card go to ccls.org
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