Dixon Public Library is the recipient of the Book to Action Grant from the California State Library.
Book-to-Action builds on the traditional book club concept, but in addition to providing an opportunity to collectively read and discuss a book, Book-to-Action enables readers to put their new-found knowledge into action by engaging in a community service project related to the book's topic.
Dixon’s spin on the Book-to-Action program is focused on Veterans and is structured for family participation! Adult participants will read the New York Times bestseller, The Heart and the Fist by Eric Greitens, a memoir of the author’s humanitarian work, training to become a Navy SEAL, and experiences in combat. Greitens’ story challenges readers to serve others with purpose and compassion. Each session will also have a guest speaker.
Also as part of this program family members will work together to create patriotic themed craft projects, some of which will be included in care packages for overseas service members. We welcome all interested participants to learn more about this program by calling or visiting the library’s website or attending the information session.
Program Schedule:
- June 8, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Anderson Elementary School Auditorium, Introduction to the BtA program, and Arts & Crafts for the whole family!
- June 11, 6:00 - 8:00 PM: Olde Vet’s Hall
Special guest speaker from the Travis Family Readiness Center, and Arts & Crafts for the whole family.
- June 26, 6:00 - 8:00 PM : Olde Vet’s Hall
Special guest speaker from nonprofit The Mission Continues, Book Discussion for Adults and Arts & Crafts for the whole family.
- July 3, 6:00 - 8:00 PM : Olde Vet’s Hall
Completion of care packages for overseas troops.
(The library is still seeking donations in order to offset the cost of postage and increase the number of care packages that we can send out. Please call Katrina Bergen, 707-693-2747, to discuss donating)
*Please consider maximizing your participation in this program by attending at least two sessions*
http://www.dixonlibrary.com/
(707) 678-5447
See you at your library!
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Katrina Bergen, Childrens Services Librarian
Catherine Dunn, Adult Services Librarian
Vanessa Christman, Library Director