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this week’s book spotlight! did you know this popular novel is a recipient of book censorship? slide to learn more!
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spreading a little christmas cheer๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ 86 gifts donated to martha’s village & kitchen + 100 books to the galilee center!
-
@marthasvillage @galilee_center
this week’s book spotlight! 

“Books were only one type of receptacle where we stored a lot of things we were afraid we might forget.” - Ray Bradbury
77 bags of children’s books & toiletries were donated today to @marthasvillage!
-
@officialprojectiam
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world: indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.“ 
—  Margaret Mead 
-
happy #givingtuesday everyone!! ๐Ÿ“–
packing toiletries + children’s books with @officialprojectiam for martha’s village and kitchen ๐Ÿฉต over 75 gift bags were donated to people in need!
this week’s book spotlight! did you know this popular novel is a recipient of book censorship? slide to learn more!
are you interested in joining our workshop team? this position will allow you the opportunity to grow your educational skills and bolster leadership experience! submit your volunteer application through the “take action” tab on the Beatri
join us via zoom once a month to discuss a banned book! sign up for our book club through our website at thebeatricemartinfoundation.org/book-club. see you there! ๐Ÿ“– ๐Ÿซง