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Happy National Volunteer Month!
What a lovely month at Open Books! In April, we will welcome
several new volunteer groups and share with them the joy that is volunteering (along with some key information on the literacy crisis, of course). We will have
extra-exciting volunteer opportunities, including the Earth Day edition of Volunteer Craft Night -- what better day to
repurpose some old but enchanting books? Active volunteers will even enjoy a
special appreciation coupon for the Open Books store in honor of National
Volunteer Week (next week!).
Whether you've been with us for years or are just joining us
now, take this month to think about the difference you've made or hope to make,
be it by reading with a student or helping the Open Books store thrive. Then,
pat yourself on the back and keep up the amazing work!
On behalf of everyone here at Open Books, thank you!
Ava Zeligson
Volunteer Coordinator |
Now is your time to support
Open Books by participating in what we all love doing the most...READING! By participating in ReadOn
2010!, you will not only have the perfect excuse for spending a great deal of
your time during the month of May buried in delightful books of your
choice, but you will also have the opportunity to raise a little money for Open
Books literacy programs at the same time. Help us spread the love of reading by signing up today for access to your own personal fundraising website, special ReadOn events
during the month of May, and fabulous prizes! Have questions or want additional information?
Contact Stacy Shafer Peterson,
ssp@open-books.org
312.475.1355 x117 |
April Vol-Star: Theresa Phelps!
If you've been to one of
our Adventures in Creative Writing field trips this school year, chances are
quite high that you have had the pleasure of meeting the wonderful Theresa
Phelps. Since Fall 2009, Theresa
has helped countless students tell their stories, and we couldn't be happier to
have her! Beyond field trips, Theresa has been a great
help with several other projects and is always willing to step in where needed.
She is most recently to thank for lending her painterly prowess - for the
second time - to help us add the finishing touches to one of our classrooms! Theresa, thank you so very much for all that you
do. You are an integral part of Open Books!
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