Establishing the reading habit is vital to academic achievement. An Excellent Investment Libraries are cornerstones in the communities we serve. Far more than the collections they hold, branch libraries are community centers places to meet, discuss books and issues, learn crafts, talk with local officials, use a computer, and greet neighbors and friends. Free access to books, ideas, resources and information is imperative for education, employment, enjoyment and self-government. Libraries are a legacy to each generation, offering the heritage of the past and the promise of the future.
Libraries connect people in our communities with people and issues around the world.
And, connect people and ideas by helping each person effectively use the library s resources. People of all ages and walks of life more than one million residents - benefit from the King County Library System. And So Can You Your gift helps people in our community our neighbors secure a lifetime of learning through their local library. The King County Library System has the expertise and the desire to better serve our diverse communities. With your help, we ll also have the means.