Number of sistership established: 2

Country: Lithuania

Contact: valentina@kvb.lt

Description: Kaunas County Public Library is the biggest public library in the middle of Lithuania. The library serves a community over 220.000 and offers something to everyone: classic works, CD and DVD, digital resources, free Internet access, and cultural events. We serve children, teens, adults, seniors, and those with special needs of all kinds.

Type of library: Metropolitan

Population served: More than 100.000

Current library programs:
  • Activities for seniors
  • Health Literacy (healthcare workshops…)
  • Local culture (local heritage)
  • Reading promotion
Activities you want to do with your sister library:
  • Staff interchange
  • Volunteer programs

Languages spoken by staff: English, Lithuanian, Russian, German

Languages spoken by patrons: Lithuanian, English, German

Preferred countries for cooperation: Finland, Sweeden, Denmark, Norway, Iceland, Slovenia

Searching partners for European program: Yes

Participating in any European Union program: No