Revitalizing Night Hours: Building Community Through Interactive Events and Gatherings

Libraries are evolving into vibrant community hubs through innovative programming. This article highlights the efforts of a library evening assistant at Spartanburg Methodist College library, who revitalized night hours by introducing engaging activities such as gaming tournaments, trivia nights, and community meals. These programs increased student attendance and fostered a sense of community, demonstrating the library's role as both a social and learning environment.

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Scholar Commons (University of South Carolina)
Published
2025-05-01
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https://doi.org/10.51221/sc.scl.2025.9.1.3">https://doi.org/10.51221/sc.scl.2025.9.1.3</a
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Library Science and Information Literacy
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Revitalizing Night Hours: Building Community Through Interactive Events and Gatherings

Scholar Commons (University of South Carolina)
Library Science and Information Literacy
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Revitalizing Night Hours: Building Community Through Interactive Events and Gatherings

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Abstract

Libraries are evolving into vibrant community hubs through innovative programming. This article highlights the efforts of a library evening assistant at Spartanburg Methodist College library, who revitalized night hours by introducing engaging activities such as gaming tournaments, trivia nights, and community meals. These programs increased student attendance and fostered a sense of community, demonstrating the library's role as both a social and learning environment.

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