Library Snapshot Month was born of a collaboration between the New Jersey State Library and the New Jersey Library Association. Started as a single day more than a decade ago, the event is an engaging way to capture “a day in the life” of libraries. Through reports and statistics, patron participation and testimonials, and photographs, we can show the invaluable support of libraries in their communities.
The idea began with the question, “what would happen if libraries went away, even for a day?” After holding two successful “Snapshot Days” in New Jersey in 2007, the program was taken to a national level. To date, 38 states have participated! This program provides persuasive data during difficult economic times, with ever-shrinking budgets and having to do more with less.
Are you a library? Learn how to participate!