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21/10/2024
Minister Visits Larne Library For Book Week NI
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons visited Larne Library today to promote the importance of reading as part of Book Week NI.
Book Week NI is a collaborative effort between Libraries NI and BBC NI aimed at fostering literacy and learning throughout Northern Ireland.
Minister Lyons highlighted the various benefits of reading, including improved cognitive function, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life. He emphasized the role of libraries in providing accessible and engaging reading resources for all ages.
Following his visit, Minister Lyons said: "Reading is one of the greatest pleasures which can truly enrich our lives. We all have a favourite book which we have read over and over and, for many people, reading can be a simple escape and a chance to unwind.
"At our local libraries there is a range of literature, magazines, children's books and non-fiction to suit everyone's tastes, and I believe books and reading are for everyone. Libraries and the choice of services they provide are important in encouraging readers from an early age. High standards of literacy will only benefit our local communities and give individuals the confidence and skills to pursue their goals."
Minister Lyons added: "There are so many events happening this week including Unplug and Read, helping you swap your screen time for book time, The Big Read initiative and a host of author talks and other workshops taking place online or at a library near you."
For more information on Book Week NI 2024 visit Libraries NI
Book Week NI is a collaborative effort between Libraries NI and BBC NI aimed at fostering literacy and learning throughout Northern Ireland.
Minister Lyons highlighted the various benefits of reading, including improved cognitive function, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life. He emphasized the role of libraries in providing accessible and engaging reading resources for all ages.
Following his visit, Minister Lyons said: "Reading is one of the greatest pleasures which can truly enrich our lives. We all have a favourite book which we have read over and over and, for many people, reading can be a simple escape and a chance to unwind.
Minister Lyons added: "There are so many events happening this week including Unplug and Read, helping you swap your screen time for book time, The Big Read initiative and a host of author talks and other workshops taking place online or at a library near you."
For more information on Book Week NI 2024 visit Libraries NI
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