We aim to help others, while we also continue to learn. Projects in the Education and Libraries Community Service Program are designed to foster schools, as well as other educational institutions and opportunities. These projects promote libraries, literacy, and the love of a good book. Through these efforts, we encourage the growth of individuals and communities at home and around the world.

Chair: Joyce Iltis
Members: Joan Boroff, Jennifer Houttekier, Jerena Keys, Pam Muccio & Celeste Szczerowski

Projects:

  • Book Donations
  • Reading Program at elementary schools
  • SLD Read Program
  • A Valentine’s Day Party at the Library
  • Dr. Seuss Birthday Party at the Library
  • Box Tops for Education
  • Molly – Ambassador for Education

Planning Session

The Education and Libraries CSP held at planning session over lunch on June 14th. Many new ideas were discussed for the coming year.

Anna Howard Shaw Program

Joyce Iltis, our very own Anna Howard Shaw, explained the life of Shaw and indicated that this program is taken to the schools annually.

Reading Program

Jennifer Houttekier and Molly (GFWC ambassador service dog) spoke at the March, 2023 meeting of her experiences in the elementary school as children read to Molly.

Dr. Seuss Story Time at the Library

Joan Boroff and Jennifer Houttekier assisting the Library with the Dr. Seuss story time where children were provided treats from GFWC-Big Rapids.

Library Christmas Party 2022

New Books Donated

Club members brought new books to the 2022 Christmas party to be donated to Project Starburst food pantry.