Just in time for National Library Card Sign Up Month, we are offering three new library card designs created by local artists — in addition to the classic LPL design — for new and active cardholders.
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Selected from twenty-five submissions by Lawrence residents of all ages, each artist created their design based on the prompt “Why I love my library.” With artwork by Alexa Boyd, Alycia Earhart, and six-year-old Hannah W., each card provides a personal interpretation of the theme in each artist’s unique style.
The artists (or their legal guardian) have given the library permission to use their work and shared a brief artist statement about the inspiration for their design.
Taking on the World with Whimsy, Fantasy, and Magic
Art by Alexa Boyd
“Going to the library has always been a magical place for me, full of whimsy and fantasy. As a little girl, it meant the world to me to read about girls who defeat all the odds and take on the world.”
Celebrating Community Resources at the Library
Art by Alycia Earhart
“For my design, I wanted to highlight and celebrate all the unique resources the library has to offer and its special place within our community.”
Every Visit to the Library is a ‘Happy Book Day’ Party (Yay!)
Art by Hannah W. (age 6)
“Hannah feels that being at the library is like being at a party! Because of the colors, the nice atmosphere, the chance to meet always new friends and play. She loves crafty activities and also the LEGO section. Being at LPL is a HAPPY DAY for us!” —Paula, Hannah’s mom
How to get one of the new designs
These designs will be available to all library patrons by Friday, September 5. New cardholders will get to choose their preferred design when they finalize their registration in person at the Accounts desk. , opens a new window
Active cardholders can exchange their current card for one of the new designs as their one free card replacement per year. Although your library card number will change with the new card, your account will remain the same, including all the holds, checkouts, lists, and more associated with it.
If you have a friend who could use their own library card, encourage them to come in and sign up, and you will both receive a coupon for one free book redeemable at any LPL Friends & Foundation book sale, opens a new window. We hope you join us in celebrating National Library Card Sign Up Month by bringing a buddy to get a card and supporting the library by putting your own card to good use.
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