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EXTON, PA — The Chester County Library System (CCLS), which includes 18 locations, is committed to continually improving and transforming library services to meet the evolving needs of the community.
Chester County Library System Conducts Customer Survey Read More
JOHNSTOWN, PA — The digital divide in Pennsylvania is shrinking as Governor Josh Shapiro this week announced a sweeping $45 million initiative to bring high-speed internet access to community hubs across …
Governor Shapiro Invests $45 Million to Bridge Pennsylvania’s Digital Divide Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) has announced the recipients of the Excellent and Equitable Youth Services Local Library Grants, aimed at …
Chester County’s Atglen Public Library Awarded Grant to Enhance Youth Services Read More
EXTON, PA — Celebrate National Library Card Sign-up Month this September with Chester County Library and the American Library Association! We’re inviting everyone to discover the incredible resources and opportunities available …
Roll Out to the Library this September for Library Card Sign-Up Month Read More
AMBLER, PA — On Friday, Pennsylvania Secretary of Education Dr. Khalid N. Mumin joined children and their families at the Wissahickon Valley Public Library’s Ambler branch for a special Juneteenth …
Pennsylvania Secretary of Education Highlights the Role of Libraries in Summer Learning at Juneteenth Event Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The State Library of Pennsylvania, a beacon of knowledge housed within the historic Forum Building, marked its grand reopening this Friday, following extensive renovations. Secretary of Education …
Historic State Library of Pennsylvania Reopens with Modern Upgrades in the Forum Building Read More
HONEY BROOK, PA — The Honey Brook Community Library commenced its much-anticipated expansion project on Monday. The groundbreaking ceremony saw State Sen. Katie Muth (D-Chester/Montgomery/Berks) alongside Honey Brook Township officials …
Honey Brook Community Library Breaks Ground on Expansion, Doubling Its Capacity for Community Enrichment Read More
BLUE BELL, PA — The magic of storytelling may soon come knocking at the mailboxes of Pennsylvania’s youngest residents. State Rep. Liz Hanbidge, D-Montgomery, has introduced legislation that aims to …
A Doorway to Imagination: Pennsylvania Could Join Dolly Parton’s Worldwide Book Program for Children Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL), part of the Pennsylvania Department of Education, recently unveiled its selection for the 2024 Pennsylvania One Book early literacy program. “Slug …
Pennsylvania One Book 2024 Selection Announced: ‘Slug in Love’ by Rachel Bright Read More
EXTON, PA — Chester County Library System announced that its patrons reached a new milestone: 1.1 million digital books borrowed in 2023. This achievement illustrates the library’s commitment to serving …
Chester County Is One of 136 Public Library Systems Worldwide in Total Digital Circulation Read More