FOLIO Events

National Science Fiction Day

National Science Fiction Day is celebrated on January 2nd to honor the birth of famed science fiction writer Isaac Asimov. Asimov, born on January 2, 1920, is considered one of the "Big Three" science fiction writers, alongside Robert A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke. The day was established to recognize Asimov's contributions to the genre and to celebrate science fiction as a whole. It's a day for fans to indulge in their favorite sci-fi books, movies, TV shows, and other media.

Library Shelfie Day

Library Shelfie Day, celebrated annually on the fourth Wednesday in January, is all about celebrating books and libraries! The idea is for book lovers to take a selfie with their favorite library shelf and share it on social media. It's a fun way to showcase your favorite books and promote the joy of reading and the importance of libraries.

 

Library Lovers' Month

National Library Lovers Month is a month-long celebration dedicated to honoring libraries, librarians, and book lovers. It takes place across the entire month of February. (Valentine's Day is also Library Lovers' Day!)

Read Across America Day

Celebrate the magic of reading with us on March 2nd for Read Across America Day

Dive into enchanting stories, discover new adventures, and share the joy of reading with friends and family. This special day, inspired by Dr. Seuss's birthday, is all about fostering a love for books and building a community of readers.

 

Return Borrowed Books Week

Return Borrowed Books Week is to raise awareness about the importance of returning library books on time, ensuring that everyone in the community has access to the library's resources.