WELCOME TO THE VAN ZANDT COUNTY SARAH NORMAN LIBRARY
Community. Learning.
OPEN FOR EDUCATION
Library Hours
Pop in for research. Stop by for events. Or just come visit.
GET INVOLVED
From Book Fairs & Educational Seminars to Community Events and our Advisory Board,
there are many ways in which to get involved with The Library.
OUR NAMESAKE
Remembering Sarah Norman
1928 – 2023
Sarah’s dedication to the library and passion for literacy drove her and became her community hallmark for the latter part of her life. A perpetual advocate, she lived, breathed and adored this library, and we dedicate this new brand, web site and community effort to her. She would have loved this new direction.
Among her accolades was Canton Chamber of Commerce Woman of the Year, an Outstanding Woman of Van Zandt County and even Citizen of the Year for the Northeast Texas Library System in 2003. Van Zandt County even declared Sarah Norman Day in October 2008 and October 2013 to honor her birthday and recognize her honorable service to fellow citizens.
Her love for people, her penchant for community involvement and her passion about reading and literacy were the hallmarks of our namesake, Sarah Elizabeth Norman. A local celebrity, Sarah was no stranger to community honors for her service in organizations including the DAV Auxiliary, Order of the Eastern Star, American Cancer Society, United Methodist Women, Van Zandt County Library Board, Wednesday Study Club, and Friends of the Library.
LIBRARY RESOURCES
LIVE OR ONLINE
QUICK LINKS FOR
ONLINE RESEARCH
Many do not know that the Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library is a venerable treasure trove of research and education. With a simple click, you can access a world of information. (Username & password access required for some. Ask your librarian for assistance.)
LIVE EVENTS FOR THE
COMMUNITY
Programs and invites drive the library and give us a way to engage with and advocate for local literacy and education. From DIY Food Demonstrations to Meet-Ups & More, click below for our complete event calendar and get involved!
GATHERING SPACES
FOR LEARNING & FELLOWSHIP
FROM DIY cooking classes to educational seminars and lunch ‘n learns, we transform our many meeting spaces into a learning forum. We also invite you to book our space to host your own learning event or meet-up.
GET
INVOLVED
From Book Fairs to Educational Seminars, Parades & Community Events, there is always a way to get plugged in.