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PARLs 'Need to Read' campaign aims to raise money, keeping up with the demand for alternative reading formats

The public library has always been a place where information was archived and a gatheriing place where people talked and listened - judgement free. However, the way people access public libraries (and how people are reading) is changing. For the Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library the challenge is finding a way to financially keep up with these changes when our community needs us the most.

The Campaign

Our community is full of readers, but the way they're reading is changing. By donating to the 'Need to Read' Campaign, your gift will help us towards our goal of $10,000 to provide:

• A digital magazine service called "Zinio", cost-shared with other regional libraries outside of the Halifax Regional Municipality, that allows library users online access to a collection of magazines from home, the office, or wherever else they want with their free library card.
• More digital books and audiobooks for our online collection as it grows with increased use of tablets and smartphones.
• More audiobooks in a variety of formats, including 'Playaways', that makes reading and literacy accessible for everyone.

Ways to Give

• In person, at the branch or at the PARL headquarters location (located above the New Glasgow Library). A charitable receipt can be issued at that time.
• By mail to:
  • Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library
  • PO Box 276
  • New Glasgow, NS
  • B2H 5E3
  • Your receipt will be mailed to you for income tax purposes.
• Donate online will take you to the Canada Helps website where you can select the 'Need to Read' Campaign option, and make a donation through credit card or debit. Your receipt will be sent via Canada Helps. By following the same steps as above, you can opt for monthly giving as well.
• As a group: Gather your co-workers or friends this holiday season to give as a group, or challenge them to match your donation!

Individual donations are tax-deductible, they help us get closer to our goal, and it goes back to your community. For your charity of choice this season, consider the library. Your community will benefit from it for years to come.

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