[Statistics of Sharjah Public Library and Its Branches for 2012]

Abstract

This item presents a statistical overview of the services and activities of Sharjah Public Library and several of its branches and affiliated libraries, including Khorfakkan Library, Kalba Library, Dibba Al-Hisn Library, Wadi Al-Helo Library, and Al Dhaid Library. It uses tables and charts to display quantitative indicators related to users of various library services, courses and activities, internal events, visits by children’s centers, schools, institutes, and colleges, as well as data on book titles and selected monthly and annual library statistics. The item performs a clear administrative and documentary function by recording the scale of library and cultural activity, monitoring service use, and providing a numerical picture of the performance of public libraries in Sharjah. The published data also offer a basis for comparison, planning, service evaluation, and identifying patterns of library use during the period covered. It serves as a concise reference tool for researchers, administrators, and those interested in public library performance indicators.