Georgetown County libraries celebrate National Library Week as hubs of community connection
April 19, 2026
Whether it is the quiet comfort of a new story, the pursuit of a fresh skill, or the energy of a community gathering, residents of Georgetown County are finding their joy at the local library.
In celebration of National Library Week, held April 19–25, 2026, the Georgetown County Library system is plays a vital role in sparking imagination and supporting lifelong learning. Far from being just a repository for books, the system has evolved into a vital provider of digital resources, job assistance, and diverse programming. 
The scale of the system’s impact is significant. Serving a population of 66,035, the Georgetown County Library system recorded 183,350 visits across its five physical branches — Andrews, Carvers Bay, Georgetown, Southern Georgetown, and Waccamaw in Pawleys Island — during the 2025 fiscal year.
For many in the county, the library is a primary link to the modern digital world. With 11.7% of Georgetown County households lacking internet access, the system’s 15,333 public computer uses and 10,000 Wi-Fi sessions represent a critical utility for residents.
The system’s reach extends well beyond its physical walls. Its virtual presence saw massive engagement last year, including 400,000 interactions on Facebook and 84,000 uses of its digital library. Educational video content also thrived, with more than 22,000 views on the Kanopy platform and nearly 14,000 on the system’s YouTube channel.
It is amazing to see the volume and high quality of events and resources made available to our citizens.
Success is driven not only by a dedicated staff — who answered more than 50,000 reference questions last year — but also by a motivated “army” of volunteers and Friends of the Library groups. Through annual fundraising, these groups provide the funding necessary for a robust calendar of events.
In 2025, the system hosted 2,352 programs attended by 55,744 people. These offerings ranged from traditional crafts and children’s story times to modern lifestyle classes like line dancing and yoga. The youth demographic remains a priority; staff hosted over 1,100 programs for children and nearly 500 for teenagers, resulting in more than 76,000 items checked out by young readers.
The libraries also serve as the county’s “living room.” Branch auditoriums were utilized nearly 1,200 times by external groups, bringing in an additional 16,500 people for community-led meetings and events.
As National Library Week continues, residents are encouraged to visit their local branch to discover the evolving resources available to them.
For more information on locations and programming, visit gtcounty.org/185/Libraries.
Check out these various Friends of the Library groups for the latest information on how you can engage with the library system:
Friends of the Andrews Library
