Sharjah Libraries See 188,000 Visits
This article reviews the performance of Sharjah Public Libraries during 2025 and the first half of 2026. The libraries recorded more than 188,000 visits, hosted 555 events, and facilitated over 307,000 content transactions. In 2025, a total of 388 programs were organized, attracting over 133,000 visitors and involving participation from more than 22,000 individuals. The events varied to include reading sessions, clubs, author meetings, and activities targeted at children, youth, and adults. Additionally, special programs were held for women, seniors, and people with disabilities. The libraries also added approximately 27,000 new items to their collections. Active memberships exceeded 16,000, with significant use of digital resources—over 421,000 searches—alongside the use of the PressReader platform. During the first half of 2026, the libraries were visited by 55,703 people, offered 167 programs, and recorded 98,991 content transactions. The community's continued interest in library activities and ongoing service development reflect the libraries' crucial role as vibrant knowledge and engagement hubs in the daily lives of the community.
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