Warren Library Receives Book Shipment From Library of Congress

WARREN, RI — The George Hail Free Library received a shipment of new books on Wednesday from the Library of Congress in Washington, DC, delivered by Congressman David Cicilline. The shipment is part of the Library of Congress Surplus Books Program, which sends surplus books to schools, libraries, and non-profit organizations.

"There is nothing more important than providing the next generation of Rhode Islanders with every resource they need to succeed," Cicilline said. "This delivery marks the first in a series of stops at libraries throughout the First District to deliver books directly from the Library of Congress. I welcome any libraries or schools who are interested in participating to reach out to my office directly."

In May, Cicilline announced that his office would be taking part in the program. Over the coming weeks, he will be delivering shipments to other area libraries and schools.

Patricia Redfearn, the library's director, said the books "found a good home" in Warren.

"This delivery of books will provide Warren residents with even more literary resources to enrich their minds and better their lives," Redfearn said.

To take part in the program, schools, libraries and organizations in Rhode Island's First Congressional District must meet the following requirements:

• Full-time, tax-supported or nonprofit educational institutions: schools, school systems, colleges, universities, museums, and public libraries;
• Agencies of local, state, or federal government;
• Nonprofit institutions or organizations that have tax-exempt status under the provisions of section 501 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 (see 41 CFR 101-44.207 (a)(17)) and that operates a library and/or research center open to the public.

Organizations can request a Library of Congress book shipment online or by calling Cicilline's Pawtucket office at 401-729-5600.