Little Free Library

Mercedes-Benz USA and Atlanta Falcons’ Bijan Robinson Team Up with Little Free Library to Build 175 Book-Sharing Boxes Across the Country

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Donnerstag, April 25, 2024
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Little Free Library aims to promote literacy and community engagement by offering free access to books through small, publicly accessible book-sharing stations.

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  • Little Free Library aims to promote literacy and community engagement by offering free access to books through small, publicly accessible book-sharing stations.
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    Bijan Robinson, Atlanta Falcons Running Back and MBUSA Brand Ambassador, with preschool students and Little Free Library.
  • "We are immensely proud of what we have accomplished together with Little Free Library, thanks to the unwavering dedication of our employee volunteers.
  • Partnering with Mercedes-Benz USA allows us to bring Little Free Library to areas where we can have significant impact.

DOG MAN TOPS THE CHARTS: DAV PILKEY'S "DOG MAN: THE SCARLET SHEDDER" IS #1 BESTSELLING BOOK AROUND THE WORLD

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Montag, April 1, 2024
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Ellie Berger, President of Scholastic Trade, said "The growth of Dog Man is extraordinary. Not only have we seen robust sales with the release of The Scarlet Shedder, we also saw a 25% increase in backlist sales for Dog Man in the U.S. With our Dog Man 'Power Up' campaign, we have been working closely with retailers and our international publishing partners to make this book release a global publishing event--bringing excitement to bookstores, libraries, schools, and communities everywhere. This is a testament to the incredible appeal and influence of Dav Pilkey's books with their trademark humor and heart. We are thrilled to see the enthusiasm for the series continue to grow worldwide."

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  • NEW YORK and TORONTO and LONDON and SYDNEY, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dog Man is top dog and it's a global sweep!
  • The bestselling Dog Man graphic novel series by author and illustrator Dav Pilkey powers up to the #1 spot with Dog Man: The Scarlett Shedder topping bestseller lists worldwide.
  • In Australia and New Zealand, sales for The Scarlet Shedder grew 9% compared to the previous Dog Man book, and in Canada, sales are trending 10% higher.
  • In Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder, the twelfth book in the series, Dav Pilkey delves into the world of artificial intelligence and introduces A.I.

'Dog Man' Little Free Libraries Coming to All 50 States through Scholastic and Little Free Library's 'Power Up with Reading' Initiative

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Dienstag, März 12, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholastic, the global children's publishing, education and media company, and the Little Free Library (LFL) nonprofit organization whose mission is to expand book access, are excited to announce their "Power Up with Reading" initiative to grant Dog Man–themed Little Free Library book-sharing boxes to sites catering to children and families across all 50 United States. Dog Man author and illustrator Dav Pilkey, in coordination with Scholastic and Little Free Library, will donate 50,000 books to support these libraries and help ignite a passion for reading.

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  • Dog Man author and illustrator Dav Pilkey, in coordination with Scholastic and Little Free Library, will donate 50,000 books to support these libraries and help ignite a passion for reading.
  • Additional Dog Man Little Free Library installations are planned for Washington, DC, New York City, Atlanta, Baltimore, Detroit, Houston, New Orleans, Phoenix, Portland, Madison, and San Francisco, with more cities to be announced.
  • I'm grateful to the many librarians, teachers, and the teams at Little Free Library and Scholastic.
  • "At Little Free Library, we strive to be the connective fiber between book resources, community partners and book access points.

Humble Bundle Surpasses $250 Million Raised for Charitable Causes Around the Globe

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Donnerstag, Februar 8, 2024
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240208593644/en/
    Humble Bundle has raised more than $250 million since its inception in 2010 to help out charities around the globe, furthering its mission to be a force for good.
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    Founded in 2010 by Jeff Rosen and John Graham, a couple of gamers seeking a new way to raise money for various charities, Humble Bundle pioneered the game bundle-for-charity model.
  • Since then, the company has expanded its offerings and grown its focus on doing good, integrating it into every aspect of its business and operation.
  • Taking on Global Warming: Humble raised more than $1 million last year for charities committed to addressing some of the biggest contributors to climate change.

Little Free Library Announces Volunteer Engagement Initiative 'Team LFL'

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Dienstag, Januar 23, 2024
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SAINT PAUL, Minn., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Calling all volunteers! Today the Little Free Library® (LFL) nonprofit organization unveiled its new volunteer engagement initiative: Team LFL. Groups and individuals in the U.S. can join Team LFL to discover volunteer opportunities in their area that support Little Free Library boxes and broaden access to books. From "Book Restocker" to "Little Free Library Locator" there is a volunteer role suited to your skills and interests.

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  • Today the Little Free Library® (LFL) nonprofit organization unveiled its new volunteer engagement initiative: Team LFL.
  • Groups and individuals in the U.S. can join Team LFL to discover volunteer opportunities in their area that support Little Free Library boxes and broaden access to books.
  • From "Book Restocker" to "Little Free Library Locator" there is a volunteer role suited to your skills and interests.
  • "If you've ever visited a Little Free Library and wondered how you could get involved, join Team LFL! "

READING IS FUNDAMENTAL LAUNCHES THIRD ANNUAL NATIONWIDE READING ENGAGEMENT INITIATIVE "RALLY TO READ 100"

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Montag, Oktober 2, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), the nation's leading children's literacy nonprofit, announced today the launch of the third annual Rally to Read 100 (RallytoRead.org)—a six-month initiative that runs from October 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024 that is designed to inspire the joy of reading and motivate children to read, starting with a pledge to read 100 books. 

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  • Celebrate reading for six months straight with sweepstakes, monthly themes, reading activities, and read-alouds from bestselling authors.
  • "Barnes & Noble is excited to once again partner with Reading Is Fundamental and unite forces for this year's Rally to Read 100 campaign," said Jackie De Leo, Chief Merchandising Officer, Barnes & Noble.
  • We cannot wait to see the impact of this year's initiative in classrooms across the country and young readers nationwide."
  • RALLY TO READ 100 PROGRAM ELEMENTS:
    Pledge to Read 100 Books: Participants can pledge to read 100 books over six months and receive engaging content and book recommendations to support this goal.

Gary Wollerman, Owner of GW Fins, Inducted Into DiRoNA Hall Of Fame

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Mittwoch, September 20, 2023
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NEW ORLEANS, La., Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gary Wollerman, owner of New Orleans’ premier fine dining seafood restaurant GW Fins, was inducted into the Distinguished Restaurants of North America’s Hall of Fame Monday, September 18th.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, La., Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gary Wollerman, owner of New Orleans’ premier fine dining seafood restaurant GW Fins, was inducted into the Distinguished Restaurants of North America’s Hall of Fame Monday, September 18th.
  • Established in 1993, the DiRoNA Hall of Fame has named 64 previous restaurateurs to this esteemed list including legendary restaurateurs Leah Chase and Ruth Fertel.
  • Candidates qualify by having at least 25 years of dedicated service, making significant contributions to the dining industry and their local community.
  • GW Fins’ Executive Chef Michael Nelson was nominated for a James Beard Award for Best Chef in the South.

Sun-Maid Teams up with ABCmouse and Little Free Library® to Feed Hungry Mouths and Minds this Back-to-School Season

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Dienstag, August 8, 2023
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FRESNO, Calif., Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After a summer of fun and play, kids everywhere are preparing to head back to school. To mark the beginning of the new school year, Sun-Maid Growers of California, maker of innovative snacks that feed imagination one little red box at a time, has announced a new collaboration with ABCmouse, the leading and most comprehensive digital learning program for children ages 2 – 8, and Little Free Library to expand access to literacy resources and bring bite-sized learning to every pack of its classic Sun-Maid Raisin boxes.

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  • The multi-faceted literacy campaign presented by Sun-Maid, ABCmouse and Little Free Library will provide widespread access to at-home reading activities and books that inspire young readers, all while promoting better-for-you eating habits.
  • As of August 7, the iconic and beloved red Sun-Maid box will feature exclusive, limited-edition ABCmouse flash cards with a sight word lesson on every carton.
  • ABCmouse and Little Free Library are two of the finest education and literacy resources available, and we're proud to team up to inspire a love of reading and help feed hungry minds this back-to-school season."
  • Share a Book," the Sun-Maid sponsored Little Free Library book-sharing boxes will feature ABCmouse books and expand book access to thousands.

Gale to Install the First of 21 Little Free Libraries in Detroit's Littlefield Community to Improve Literacy and Book Access

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Montag, Juli 24, 2023
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Gale , part of Cengage Group, in partnership with Brilliant Detroit and Little Free Library (LFL), will install its first of 21 Little Free Libraries in the Littlefield neighborhood hub in Detroit on July 27 at 3pm ET.

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  • Gale , part of Cengage Group, in partnership with Brilliant Detroit and Little Free Library (LFL), will install its first of 21 Little Free Libraries in the Littlefield neighborhood hub in Detroit on July 27 at 3pm ET.
  • Representatives from Gale and Brilliant Detroit, along with families and volunteers will be at the event to fill the library with books.
  • A Little Free Library is a "take a book, return a book" free book-sharing exchange.
  • Little Free Library book-sharing boxes provide 24/7 access to books in areas where books are scarce to encourage reading.

Venables Bell + Partners and Little Free Library Launch The Unbanned Book Club

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Dienstag, Juni 27, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Independent advertising agency Venables Bell + Partners announced today the launch of The Unbanned Book Club, an initiative that will provide communities in Duval County, FL access to books currently banned and challenged in the local school systems.

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  • The Unbanned Book Club was created in partnership with Little Free Library , a nonprofit organization dedicated to building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access through a global network of free book exchange boxes.
  • Utilizing its network, The Unbanned Book Club consists of a collection of custom-branded Little Free Libraries containing books currently banned and challenged in local schools.
  • The Unbanned Book Club aims to keep these voices and opportunities for connection alive.
  • An additional 200 custom kits, including two banned books for distribution in Little Free Libraries and Unbanned Book Club branded materials, will soon be available for Little Free Library's community members, with details posted on LittleFreeLibrary.Org.