National Gaming Day @ your library is an initiative of the American Library Association to reconnect communities through their libraries around the educational, recreational, and social value of all types of games.
In the 21st century, libraries are about much more than books. On Saturday, November 12, 2011, more than one thousand libraries throughout the country will showcase gaming programs and services in support of NGD11. This year marks our fourth annual event. In 2010, more than 26,000 people played games at more than 1,800 libraries across the U.S. and in other countries.
Gaming of all types at the library encourages young patrons to interact with a diverse group of peers, share their expertise with others (including adults), and develop new strategies for gaming and learning. Plus, it’s a way for traditionally underserved groups to have fun in the library and interact with other members of the community. Gaming Day is a great opportunity for families to get out of the house and play together in the one community institution that welcomes everyone.
In addition, ALA partners with donors to provide free copies of board and tabletop games for libraries across the country. Past donors have included companies such as AlphaBound, Hasbro, North Star Games, and Wizards of the Coast. This yearFamilyAndPartyGames.com and DEMCO are official sponsors supporting libraries participating in NGD11.
Hooper Public Library is one of only 10 libraries in Nebraska to participate in NGD11.
Saturday, November 12th Hooper Public Library will be hosting this event from 10:00a.m.-Noon. Plan to attend with your family, play some old favorites like Cribbage, Checkers, Mancala, Hangman, Battleship and Sorry. Try out some new board games donated to our library by one of the sponsors of NGD11, FamilyandPartyGames.com. These include Awkward Family Photos, The Greatest Day Ever, Loaded Questions and Loaded Questions Jr. We will also have video games available to play on the Wii or Playstation II. It will be great fun for children and adults alike so bring the whole family!