MANSFIELD READS "ONE CITY ONE BOOK"
It Was A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood!
Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood, that is! The Mansfield community read I'm Proud of You, Life Lessons from My Friend Rogers by Tim Madigan in April, 2009 for the sixth annual Mansfield Reads! One City, One Book program. The award winning Mansfield Reads! program featured book discussions, a screening of Mr. Rogers' television show and a display of the author's personal Mr. Rogers memorabilia. Visits by the author to all four MISD high schools brought the book to students but the highlight of the program was the Evening with the Author.
The standing room only crowd indicates how popular this annual event has become in the city. Mr. Madigan's story touched everyone in the audience and proved what an impact a book can have. The Friends of the Mansfield Public Library would like to thank all of the citizens who participated this year and invite everyone to stay tuned for more information about next year's program.
How does Mansfield Reads! work?
In the month of April everyone in the community is encouraged to read the same book at the same time. The Friends of the Mansfield Public Library sponsor many events, programs and activities in conjunction with reading the book. Public dialogue and discussion of the book is encouraged as a way to open conversation between all members of the community. Let's share a good book!
April 2010
Planning is already underway for April 2010. If you:
- Have comments about this year's program or suggestions for next year.
- Want to suggest a book or an author for future Mansfield Reads! programs.
- Would like to volunteer and be a part of the exciting planning that goes into this event.
- Want to become a sponsor of Mansfield Reads! or the Friends of the Mansfield Public Library.
- Please email the Friends at friends@friendsofmansfieldlibrary.org or drop a note to the Friends at the library.
Thank You To Our Sponsors!
The Friends of the Mansfield Public Library want to thank all of our sponsors. This program simply would not happen without you.
DON'T MISS IT! WE'LL SEE YOU IN APRIL!
How To Volunteer
If you would like to volunteer to help with the planning and staging of Mansfield Reads! send an email to friends@friendsofmansfieldlibrary.org. We'll be happy to contact you!
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