Little Free Library
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That’s Nancy with the laughin’ face
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I love seeing all the Little Free Libraries in our neighborhood. You can go to this site and check out a map of all of the registered libraries: www.littlefreelibrary.org.
We installed one this year and now stock it with kids books. Started out with a mix of adult and children literature, but noticed it was mostly kids books that were getting taken. I already had a bunch of good quality literature to share and picked up some freebies from other neighbors via nextdoor.com. So many people at home getting rid of stuff including books. I have a good stash now to replenish our library. I also ordered some books from this site www.books4school.com and got a box of free books from PJLibrary - they ship free kids books (Jewish themes) to anyone who ask, I requested some for our library and they sent me 2 dozen. if you're raising Jewish kids, check it out: www.PJLibrary.org.
It's been pretty fun connecting with other library "stewards" and I will often drop off excess books I've collected into their free libraries. The Little Free Library site has some photos of some very creative libraries and also sells kits to build your own. Most in our area are not kits, and many are made from recycled materials. Since Covid, some of the Libraries are stocking more than just books. mostly food stuff, but one nearby Little Library has some trinkets. It's fun to take one/leave one. I will often put out some little toys and fresh fruit in addition to the books.
So, anyone else into book and the Little Free Libraries? Is it a "thing" in your area?
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Top of Page Bottom of Page PermalinkFull Name: Ken D.
Its a thing here, but I have
Its a thing here, but I have never used them.
Top of Page Bottom of Page PermalinkFull Name: That’s Nancy with the laughin’ face
If you have extra books the
If you have extra books the stewards are always very happy if you drop them off.
oddly enough, a recent book I picked up from a free library was 'the hot zone' - it was timely and a great read
Top of Page Bottom of Page PermalinkFull Name: DZ
I left some Reachers and a
I left some Reachers and a Clancy in a box in Anchorage awhile back. Would have taken a book but nothing of interest
Top of Page Bottom of Page PermalinkFull Name: Hitchhiker awaiting "true call"
Happy Valley Elementary has
Happy Valley Elementary has one and someone put a roll of TP in it. It was taken within a few hours.
Top of Page Bottom of Page PermalinkFull Name: That’s Nancy with the laughin’ face
Hmm. I have some individually
Hmm. I have some individually wrapped rolls of Marathon brand TP that I really don't want, thanks for the idea - I will bike around this weekend and distribute some in the nearby little free libraries. Just hope some wise guys don't use them for TP-ing trees..
Top of Page Bottom of Page PermalinkFull Name: treat island
Eugene has a lot of Little
Eugene has a lot of Little Free Libraries and also Free Pantries. I have 2 of the libraries within 3 blocks of my house. After he died I had some of Greg's books in my car to give and also took some on walks to give to the libraries. I haven't found many books I want but I still look every once in a while.
The Pantries are really great and there are also Refrigerators in some parts of the city so people can give and take refrigerated goods. There's a lot of generosity.
Top of Page Bottom of Page PermalinkFull Name: That’s Nancy with the laughin’ face
Never heard of free
Never heard of free refrigerators, are these on public or private spaces? Can you find a photo of one?
Top of Page Bottom of Page PermalinkFull Name: treat island
Pics at Instagram: https:/
Pics at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eugenecommunityfridge/.
Here is a post about them from Facebook Oct. 25th with signups and more info. The links that say "Cleaning sign-up" show dates that people will fill the fridges.
Eugene Community Fridges (ECF), inspired by grassroots efforts in Los Angeles, New York City, and Portland, is a grassroots community project located on unceded Kalapuya land with the mission to offer accessible and nutritious food and decrease food waste by placing refrigerators and pantries around the city of Eugene.
As of late October, Eugene is host to two community fridges: Washington & 4th, and Alder & 18th.
We are reaching out because we are constantly looking for volunteers and new locations to set up more community fridges throughout town.
Currently, we have two sign up links for cleaning our two location, and have a google form for those who are wanting to be involved with the behind-the-scenes functioning of ECF:
Washington/4th Cleaning Sign Up
https://signup.com/.../invi.../secure/8736242960121/false...
Alder/18th Cleaning Sign Up
https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1077032076096684051/false#/...
ECF Participation Interest Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScj9hPQ3pJZLNL0H9ZaDaAYoNtNAyqL...
If you are interested in setting up your own location, let us know by contacting us via our e-mail: [email protected]
Or contacting us via instagram under the handle of @eugenecommunityfridge
Top of Page Bottom of Page PermalinkFull Name: An organ grinder’s tune
super cool. good job nancy
super cool. good job nancy
Top of Page Bottom of Page PermalinkFull Name: I rang a silent bell
We have two little libraries
We have two little libraries in our neighborhood, it's a great idea.
Top of Page Bottom of Page PermalinkFull Name: Thumbkinetic
https://www.gocomics.com/the
Saw one in Mystic, CT back in the 90s and haven't seen one since.
https://www.gocomics.com/the-worried-well/2020/11/18
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A local Librarian recently
A local Librarian recently started delivering used and new books from the City Library to the Little Free Libraries in town. Our local City library is still closed and has limited pick up hours for those who order books online. He's going to deliver a box of books for our LFL on Tuesday.
This just popped up on my FB feed. Pretty damn cool
https://www.nj.com/togethernj/2020/08/nj-man-running-free-biweekly-food-...
One of my neighbor's set up something similar in her garage - she and her friend started their food bank back in May. They deliver to their clients- mostly women and new immigrant Mothers in need. Their inventory grew so much that they now use a donated storage space to keep everything. They saw a need when all of the other charities shut down due to Covid, and collected food, clothing, items for new moms and some furniture.
I fear that the situation for many people living in poverty and those unemployed due to Covid (with unemployment checks due to run out in a few weeks), is only going to get worse.