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Region libraries vow to continue Dolly Parton's Imagination Library but said funding could limit program

Summary by The Times of Northwest Indiana

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has provided free monthly books to thousands of children across Northwest Indiana and has been gaining in popularity. Lake County just gained full coverage for the program after the Dean and Barbara White Foundation provided a grant in December. Local libraries have pledged to continue to offer the program to promote early literacy but said uncertainty over funding could potentially affect the program, includin…

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District-wide program takes on reading - The Times Gazette

The elementaries in Greenfield’s school district are all reading the same book at the same time, a literacy program that was highlighted during the school board meeting held at Rainsboro Elementary on Feb. 24. Rainsboro Principal Maggie Lyons talked about the program One District, One Book, which is in its fourth year in the district. Last month, each household received one book, “Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library,” along with a packet with a…

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The Times of Northwest Indiana

Region libraries vow to continue Dolly Parton's Imagination Library but said funding could limit program

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Arapahoe Libraries Hosts Kid-Friendly Improv Comedy Shows

Arapahoe Libraries will host two family-friendly improv comedy shows, presented by the Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company. The “MAD LIBrarians” will take your suggestions to create a brand-new book title on the spot, then bring it to life with hilarious acting and songs! Each show is FREE and open to the public — a great activity for families with kids ages 5 to 12. Choose from two fun-filled performances: Saturday, March 15, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Smok…

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cowraguardian.com.au

Funding continues for Dolly Parton Imagination Library Program - Cowra Guardian

The NSW Department of Education has committed to continuing its funding for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library Program for the 2025 and 2026 financial years. This decision comes as a relief for the program, which provides free books to 337 children in Cowra, helping to foster early literacy skills in the community. The initiative has been centred in encouraging young readers, creating a strong foundation for learning that extends beyond the cl…

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