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Thanks, Wonderful Customers

7/30/2014

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Our first-ever flash sale on July 30 - National Paperback Book Day" was both successful and fun! We hope you all enjoyed a surprise bargain. Here's a big thank you from the Friends Board Members!
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Recognition for Book Mark Contest Winners

7/17/2014

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Monrovia Mayor MaryAnn Lutz and City Council members recognized the 2014 Book Mark Contest winners at the July 15 meeting. While not all of the winners were able to be present, Council Members offered congratulations and thanks for providing such wonderful artwork. Certificates have been forwarded to absent recipients. Also pictured is Karen Hollinhurst, president of FOMPL. Thanks to Librarian Annette Simpson for her skill in organizing and actually conducting the contest.

Members of the public may pick up a favorite book mark in the Friends Store at the Monrovia Public Library.
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National Paperback Book Day July 30, 2014

7/9/2014

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While electronic books and e-readers are becoming increasingly popular, there’s still something very special about an old fashioned book. Paperback Book Day celebrates the look, texture, and experience of reading a paperback classic. We'll be celebrating in the Friends Store.
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Reading Rainbow

7/7/2014

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Are you old enough to remember "Roots" staring LeVar Burton? Well, he's still around and doing good! The founder and ramrod of "Readig Rainbow." The Sunday, July 6, 2014 issue of Parade magazine bundled with the Los Angeles Times highlighted his reading revolution. As the host of PBS Reading Rainbow for 26 years, LeVar introduced millions of kids to the magic of a good story. He is now working to make it even bigger and better in digital space. You can contribute to the campaign at Reading Rainbow 3.07 . He's picked ten great summer reads. Check here for where to purchase the books or bring the list to the library for check out.
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2014 Book Mark Contest Winners

7/7/2014

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The 2014 Bookmark Winners have been selected:. Congratulations to each of the talented winners! Bookmarks are free to Friends Store shoppers.

1. Angel Kwinn-Greene Age 3
2. Ariel Yao Age 4
3. Emma Jay Young Age 7
4. Ava Baluyut Age 7
5. Deanna Pham Age 9
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6. Sophia Thomas Age 10
7. Rebecca Lauver Age 12
8. Heidi Durant Age 16
9. Crystal Serrano Adult
10. Elizabeth Young Adult
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20 Minute Literacy

7/6/2014

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Did you know just 20 minutes of reading a day can prevent a child from loosing literacy skills?
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