by InTrieste
In the Council Chamber, the unveiling of the much-anticipated event, “See You in the Library,” took center stage this week. Led by Maurizio De Blasio, the municipal councilor for Education and Family Policies, the presentation resonated with promises of enriching Trieste’s cultural landscape.
Addressing a captive audience, De Blasio articulated, “Today, we embark on a journey with the 2024 edition of ‘See You in the Library,’ a cherished initiative we are committed to enhancing, aligning with the evolving needs of our community. As stewards, it is our duty to nurture and guide our young ones, whom I endearingly refer to as ‘our little fellow citizens,’ towards the realms of literacy and knowledge. Forging a path towards informed citizenship, there’s no sanctuary more fitting than the nurturing embrace of a library.”
With unwavering conviction, De Blasio continued, “Another paramount goal is the cultivation of individual growth, a cornerstone essential for the societal progress we aspire to achieve. Today’s initiative not only speaks of education but also serves as a beacon of prevention, steering our children away from detrimental habits and towards wholesome civic values.”
Concluding his address, De Blasio affirmed, “It falls upon us, as custodians of knowledge, to shepherd our youth into the sanctum of libraries—a space where imagination thrives, knowledge blooms, and connections flourish. Let us aspire for our children to discover within the hallowed shelves of libraries the wisdom that shapes greatness.”
From the streets of Trieste to the bustling neighborhoods of New York, the echoes of “See You in the Library!” reverberate, promising a season of literary revelry and community engagement. As libraries across the city prepare to welcome eager minds, the event stands as a testament to the enduring bond between educational institutions and communal spaces of enlightenment.
With anticipation building, the Attilio Hortis, Pier Antonio Quarantotti Gambini, Stelio Mattioni, and Lina Marii Marinelli libraries gear up to host a myriad of literary endeavors. A collaborative effort between municipal authorities, educators, and library personnel, these initiatives aim to ignite the spark of curiosity in the hearts of young readers, fostering a lifelong love affair with literature.
As the sun sets on the cobblestone streets of Trieste, the promise of “See You in the Library!” lingers in the air—a testament to the city’s unwavering dedication to fostering a community of enlightened citizens, one book at a time.
