The Lewisville Public Library has recently been recognized for its exceptional contributions to the local community, securing the 2023 Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association, a revelation that highlights the library's dedication to inclusivity, innovation, and education.
A statement by the City of Lewisville, Texas details the library's accomplishments, which include serving underserved and special populations, marketing in novel ways, and a swath of programming that leans into culture, education, and literacy support to name just a handful of criteria met. Notable among the events the library hosted are Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros, which saw over 275 children and families gather to celebrate the joy of reading, and Walk N Talk, an eight-week series that married physical activity with learning about healthy living, and this collaborative effort with Better Living for Texans drew in 86 participants.
Technological upgrades were also a significant aspect of the library's achievements in the past year, with improvements such as an enhanced microfilm scanner in the Digital Media Lab, which now offers high-quality imagery and advanced searchability. The library's digital presence saw considerable enhancement too, with a new website design aimed at creating smooth user experiences through faster navigation and optimized mobile accessibility.
Apart from broadening its program range, the library significantly added to its digital catalog, including ConsumerReports.org, America's News digital newspapers, and the Lucky Day Collection, which addresses the demand for fast access to popular and new book titles, the latter initiative embodies the library's commitment to adaptability and to keeping pace with the burgeoning demand for immediate, varied literary content. These efforts are all in line with the "Diverse and Thriving Neighborhoods," "Economic Vitality," and "Identity, Place, and Communications" Big Moves envisioned in the Lewisville 2025 vision plan, which can be publicly accessed for those interested in the detailed blueprint for the community's future direction.
By meeting the stringent standards set forth for the award, the Lewisville Public Library has set a benchmark for libraries across the state, spotlighting the significant role that libraries play in fostering community development, education, and connected society.
