The Literacy Council of Buncombe County believes that literacy changes lives for the better. We at the POP Project couldn’t agree more. Recently, the Lit Council announced that James Patterson would be the keynote for this fall’s annual Authors for Literacy Dinner and Silent Auction....
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James Patterson is Keynote for Annual Literacy Council FundraiserJames Patterson is Keynote for Annual Literacy Council Fundraiser
James Patterson understands the value of books. In addition to holding the Guinness World Record for most number one New York Times Bestsellers of any author, Patterson is an avid promoter of literacy. Through his Read Kiddo Read website, the author encourages parents to help...
Darth Vader Does Storytime, and Other Fun Moments from May the FourthDarth Vader Does Storytime, and Other Fun Moments from May the Fourth
Last weekend, Spellbound Children’s Bookshop held a fundraiser and book drive for the POP Project in conjunction with International Star Wars Day: May the Fourth. The Fourth was with us, indeed, as a great crowd of children of all ages enjoyed the fun and festivities...
May the Fourth be with You This Weekend at SpellboundMay the Fourth be with You This Weekend at Spellbound
Spellbound Children’s Bookshop invites you and the family to a costume party in celebration of International Star Wars Day, May the fourth, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm. Come and enjoy intergalactic snacks, an awesome door prize (especially if you like wookies), and a costume contest...
What Can Your Library Do for You?What Can Your Library Do for You?
A recent Pew Survey covered Americans’ developing opinions of libraries. As the first fully digital, bookless library opened, the value of books has been put into question, if only to prove that libraries, and the books they contain, still carry great value. The survey covered...
Are You a Literary Crime Solver?Are You a Literary Crime Solver?
Asheville’s hottest literary mystery has never been solved, but maybe you can help! The Thomas Wolfe House burned down in the early morning hours of July 24, 1998. The Asheville Fire Department swept in and quickly distinguished the fire, but not before irreplaceable antiques were...
Read-cycle Your Children’s Books with Hands On!Read-cycle Your Children’s Books with Hands On!
Did you know that 61% of low-income families have NO books at all in their homes for their children? Help make a difference! Donate your outgrown children’s books to the Read-cycle! program organized by Hands On Asheville Buncombe. The POP Project will put the books...