Danbury Library Is In Full Swing This February

**News Release Submitted by Danbury Library**

Jan. 29, 2024

This February, Danbury Library is featuring some exciting highlights. First, Black History Month will be commemorated throughout the month with special programming, reading recommendations, and book displays. Check out the Wadsworth Atheneum pass from the library for reduced price admission to see their Marian Anderson: Dressed for Success with Ned Lazaro exhibit. Plus, head to the Danbury Museum where you can visit Marian Anderson’s recording studio and learn about one of Danbury’s most famous residents.

On Saturday, February 3, children and families are invited to attend this year’s Take Your Child to the Library Day, the national event that celebrates the valuable role libraries play in raising ready learners for life. There will be games, crafts, prizes, and of course, the chance to borrow some fantastic books.

Additionally, the Friends of the Danbury Library have generously donated hundreds of brand new books to be gifted to all who attend this event in order to help build families’ home libraries in support of lifelong literacy.

On Monday, February 5, Danbury Library will launch a contest to find the next generation of library card designs. Students (K-12) and adults are invited to submit their original print or digital artwork that appeals to a large audience. Three winning designs will be chosen, one from each age group of kindergarten through grade 5, grades 6-12, and adults.

The library will hold an awards celebration on April 9, 2024 to announce the winners. Each winner will receive a $100 Amazon gift card. Each new design will be printed on future library cards for patrons to choose from. Submissions are due by March 15. For more information visit danburylibrary.org.

As an essential city asset, the Danbury Library is committed to being a welcoming destination, responsive to the needs of our city’s diverse community, and a source of inspiration through words and ideas.

For more information, please contact Tara Carvalho, Program and Outreach Coordinator, by calling (203) 797-4505 x. 7731, or via email at tcarvalho@danburylibrary.org