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# The Bookmobile

To foster a love of reading in Bartow County

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## Posts

- [Spring 2026 Bookmobile Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2026/04/15/spring-2026-bookmobile-newsletter/) - The Spring 2026 newsletter features updates from the Bridge to Literacy Dinner and Everybunny Loves Reading fundraisers, photos from fall-winter Bookmobile visits, and thank yous to a few of the sponsors, grant funders, and volunteers that make our work possible. There's also a visit from University of Georgia's Hairy Dawg!! READ IT HERE: Final_Spring 2026
- [Fall 2025 Bookmobile Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2025/10/23/fall-2025-bookmobile-newsletter/) - Fall newsletter features summer recap, an introduction to our new Bookmobile Coordinator, and information about our upcoming events. Read it here: Fall 2025 Newsletter_Web-2
- [Summer 2025 Bookmobile Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2025/06/06/summer-bookmobile-newsletter/) - This latest newsletter features a recap of first quarter Bookmobile visits, our Everybunny Loves Reading fundraiser, details of our new annual business sponsor campaign, and MORE. Read it here: Summer 2025 Newsletter_Web
- [Spring 2025 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2025/03/06/spring-2025-newsletter/) - We are excited to announce the 5th annual "Everybunny Loves Reading" spring fundraiser is underway! Easter is April 20th, and you can get a jump on your planning by ordering your basket today using the link on the front page of the newsletter. The spring 2025 newsletter also launches our annual sponsor campaign! We're looking
- [Bookmobile Fall 2024 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2024/10/09/bookmobile-fall-2024-newsletter/) - Happy Autumn! Our fall newsletter highlights June-September activities and details of our upcoming fundraiser "Once Upon a Wine Tasting." (Hint: It's a costume party!) We also feature photos from recent events, upcoming dates to remember, and a few of the reasons we are especially grateful this season. Read it here: FALL 2024 Bookmobile Newsletter
- [Summer 2024 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2024/06/25/summer-2024-newsletter/) - Happy summer! It's been a busy few months, and the summer newsletter has everything you need to get up to speed: photos from May's summer book bundle distribution, Little Free Library updates, the Dolly Parton Imagination Library local report, a recap of our BIG NEWS with the Etowah Foundation, Everybunny Loves Reading fundraiser totals, and
- [Bookmobile presents Everybunny Loves Reading](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2024/03/16/bookmobile-presents-everybunny-loves-reading/) - The Daily Tribune News, March 16, 2024 By Marie Nesmith marie.nesmith@daily-tribune.com With Easter around the corner, The Bookmobile’s officials are excited to help kids expand their love of reading. Online sign-ups are underway through March 25 for the literacy organization’s Everybunny Loves Reading Easter Basket for youth up to age 11. “The event’s purpose is
- [March 2024 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2024/03/12/march-2024-newsletter/) - Happy spring! March and April are exciting months of renewal and preparation. The calendar fills up with spring and Easter events, and we look ahead to the summer reading program. This month's newsletter kicks off our Everybunny Loves Reading spring fundraiser. It also includes a schedule of upcoming events. READ IT HERE: March 2024 Bookmobile
- [December 2023 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2023/12/03/december-2023-newsletter/) - READ THE NEWSLETTER HERE: December 2023 Bookmobile Newsletter Fall is such a fun time! The Bookmobile stays busy in October and November at school fall festivals and trunk or treats. Then December brings Christmas parades and events with Santa. October through December can account for 45% of our book giveaways (roughly 5,000 books)! Fall is
- [October 2023 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2023/10/03/october-2023-newsletter/) - Happy Fall y'all! The 3rd annual Reading Between the Wines: "A Night in Tuscany" is coming up on October 21st. In this latest newsletter, you can find details about the event and a link to purchase tickets. You'll also find photos from recent events, summer program totals, our "In case you missed it..." feature, and
- [Read to Learn: Literacy efforts strive to prevent summer slide](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2023/10/03/read-to-learn-literacy-efforts-strive-to-prevent-summer-slide/) - By Marie Nesmith nesmith@daily-tribune.com Jul 13, 2023 Updated Jul 14, 2023 As the school year nears, a pair of literacy efforts are continuing their endeavors to help young readers stay on track during summer break. The Bartow County Library System and The Bookmobile: Reading to Go Places! are both currently busy promoting the importance of
- [August 2018 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2018/09/11/august-2018-newsletter/) - It has been a busy and exciting summer for the Bookmobile! We conducted our first Summer Reading Program and hired our first summer employees. I hope you enjoy seeing and reading what we've been up to in the August newsletter. We couldn't have done it without the incredible support that you've given us over the
- [May 2018 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2018/09/11/may-2018-newsletter/) - It has been a busy couple of months! Since the last newsletter in March, we've issued an additional 64 Bookmobile library cards, checked out 170 books, and given away another 137 books. We held our first fundraiser and did community outreach in partnership with the Allatoona Community Association. We also celebrated National Poetry Month (a
- [September 2017 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2018/09/11/september-2017-newsletter/) - The Bookmobile is up-and-running! This newsletter details our mission and target area, as well as giving a glimpse of what it took to get the vehicle read to go. Bookmobile_Sept2017 Newsletter_Final
- [December 2017 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2018/09/11/december-2017-newsletter/) - Announcing our first fundraiser: the Farm to Table Dinner for Bartow Literacy on April 28th, 2018, in partnership with the Bartow Literacy Council. Also includes updates on Trunk or Treat, expansion into Emerson, new programs, and recent book donations and grant awards. December2017Newsletter_Bookmobile_Farm_to_Table_edition_emailver
- [March 2018 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2018/09/11/march-2018-newsletter/) - Read more about our upcoming fundraiser Farm to Table Dinner for Bartow Literacy. Also includes upcoming dates and times for Bookmobile stops in Emerson and Allatoona. Bookmobile_Newsletter_March2018
- [Reading to go places! Bookmobile helps south Bartow families thrive](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2018/09/11/reading-to-go-places-bookmobile-helps-south-bartow-families-thrive/) - Daily Tribune News/04 Nov 2017/Written by Marie Nesmith/Published in News In a nod to her youth, Tracey Snowden is delighted to foster her children's learning pursuits through the Bookmobile - Reading to go places! On October 21, the Acworth resident accompanied her 9-year-old daughter, Hannah, and 14-year-old son, Jeremias, to check out the literacy program's
- [Kiddie Day Parade to highlight literacy Saturday 9-15-2018](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2018/09/12/kiddie-day-parade-to-highlight-literacy-saturday-9-15-2018/) - BY MARIE NESMITH/DAILY TRIBUNE NEWS/PHOTOS BY RANDY PARKER/POSTED TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2018 Serving as the event's grand marshal, The Bookmobile: Reading to go places! will take center stage at Saturday's 63rd annual Kiddie Day Parade. "We were thrilled to be chosen as grand marshal of the parade," said Valerie Gilreath, The Bookmobile's executive director. "The
- [May 2019 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2019/05/14/may-2019-newsletter/) - May's newsletter features pictures from recent events (Bunnies & Books and BLESS Weekend, among others), updates on a new program and partnership with Bartow Family Resources, a "Sponsorship Spotlight" on New Beginning Signs and Graphics, as well as upcoming dates to remember and a Needs List for the summer program. Hope you enjoy! May_2019 Newsletter_Bookmobile_emailversion
- [October 2018 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2018/10/30/october-2018-newsletter/) - The October newsletter highlights summer reading program numbers, annual service numbers and features photos from the 64th Annual Kiwanis Kiddie Day Parade and the Reading Family Fun event held in partnership with the Bartow Literacy Council. Also, learn more about the Bookmobile's #GivingTuesday campaign: #GiveReading and 2019 sponsorship opportunities. October_2018 Newsletter_Bookmobile_emailversion
- [December 2018 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2018/12/27/december-2018-newsletter/) - The December 2018 newsletter includes pictures from recent events (Allatoona Community Trunk or Treat, Hope for Christmas), a spotlight on recent book donations, #GivingTuesday campaign update, recognition of 2018 annual business sponsors, a call for 2019 annual business sponsors, and MORE! December_2018 Newsletter_Bookmobile_emailversion
- [February 2019 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2019/02/13/february-2019-newsletter/) - The February newsletter includes new ways to show your support (hint: it's a t-shirt), pictures from recent events, our "Sponsor Spotlight" highlighting recent book donations, feature: "It's Official - We're Moving," preliminary announcements for Bookmobile Week in Bartow County and National Poetry Month, recognition of our 2019 annual business sponsors, and upcoming dates to remember. February_2019
- [Bookmobile Week declared in Bartow County](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2019/04/22/bookmobile-week-declared-in-bartow-county/) - Bartow County Sole Commissioner Steve Taylor and Cartersville Mayor Matt Santini declared April 7 - 13, 2019 Bookmobile Week in Bartow County in a Proclamation signed April 2nd, 2019. The Proclamation reads: Bookmobile Week in Bartow County WHEREAS; One of Bartow’s greatest resources is a literate and skilled work-force; and WHEREAS; early reading is an
- [Bartow Celebrates Bookmobile Week April 7 - 13, 2019](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2019/04/22/bartow-celebrates-bookmobile-week-april-7-13-2019/) - Thank you to Marie Nesmith, Randy Parker, and everyone at the Daily Tribune News for their wonderful coverage of Bookmobile Week! This in-depth article was featured in the "Around Town" section of the newspaper on Sunday, April 14, 2019. Bartow celebrates Bookmobile Week April 7-13 Posted Saturday, April 13, 2019 BY MARIE NESMITH Embracing the
- [April 2019 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2019/04/24/april-2019-newsletter/) - The April newsletter includes pictures from the Bookmobile Week Proclamation Signing, April 2nd, Bookmobile Week in Bartow County, April 7-13, our "Donation Spotlight," upcoming dates to remember, recognition of our 2019 annual business sponsors, and MORE... #littlefreelibraries #bookmobileweekinbartow2019 #nationalbookmobileday #bookmobile #bookmobileweek April_2019 Newsletter_Bookmobile_emailversion
- [Get Georgia Reading features the Bookmobile in Monthly Campaign Update](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2019/08/05/get-georgia-reading-features-the-bookmobile-in-monthly-campaign-update/) - "Reading to Go Places in Bartow County" "What could inspire a generation of children to look beyond where they are to a different future?" That's what "Reading to Go Places" Bookmobile Executive Director Valerie Gilreath asked herself in 2016 regarding the youth in southern Bartow County. The bookmobile visits four low-income neighborhoods weekly during the
- [August 2019 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2019/08/27/august-2019-newsletter/) - August's newsletter features photos and service numbers from our Summer Outreach Program, a big "Thank You" to volunteers, "Sponsorship Spotlight" on Georgia Power, upcoming dates to remember, recognition of our 2019 business sponsors and community partners, and MORE... We hope you enjoy reading about what we've been up to! August_2019 Newsletter_Bookmobile_emailversion #bookmobile #bookmobilesummerprogram #bookmobileinbartow #readingtogoplaces
- [Bookmobile conducting 'Join the Story' fundraising campaign](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2019/11/20/bookmobile-conducting-join-the-story-fundraising-campaign/) - The Bookmobile is trying to raise $75,000 to replace its vehicle that needed to be retired due to structural issues and expand programming. Posted Friday, November 15, 2019 BY MARIE NESMITH Seeking funds to purchase a new vehicle, The Bookmobile — Reading to Go Places is inviting the community to help write the nonprofit’s next chapter. Kicking
- [January 2020 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/01/29/january-2020-newsletter/) - January's newsletter features an update on the progress of our Join the Story campaign, thank you and recognition to donors, a sneak peak at the new bookmobile, upcoming dates to remember, and thank yous to our sponsors and partners. January_2020_Newsletter_Bookmobile_emailversion
- [#JourneyToGeorgia Trip Video #1 - Cartersville, GA](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/02/28/journeytogeorgia-trip-videos/) - Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos.
- [#JourneyToGeorgia Day 2 video - Littleton, CO](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/02/28/journeytogeorgia-day-2-video-littleton-co/) - Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos.
- [Grant from the Community Foundation of NW GA](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/03/02/grant-from-the-community-foundation-of-nw-ga/) - On February 11th, the Board of the Cartersville-Bartow Community Foundation and the Community Foundation of Northwest Georgia presented Bookmobile Program Director, Kim Dennis, and Board President, Valerie Gilreath, with a grant for $10,000 to help with the purchase of the new Bookmobile and new programs. Pictured from left-to-right: Randy Thompson, Michael Howren, Lynn Hedden, Tricia
- [#JourneyToGeorgia Day 3 video - Hit the road!](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/02/28/journeytogeorgia-day-3-video-hit-the-road/) - Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos.
- [#JourneyToGeorgia Day 4: NM to TX](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/02/28/journeytogeorgia-day-4-nm-to-tx/) - Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos.Carnegie Public Library, Las Vegas, NM We stopped in Las Vegas, NM to see one of the few original Carnegie Libraries that still operates as a public library. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, steel magnate turned philanthropist Andrew Carnegie used his fortune to build hundreds of libraries
- [#JourneyToGeorgia Snow Day Fun](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/02/28/journeytogeorgia-snow-day-fun/) - Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos.
- [#JourneyToGeorgia Day 5: TX to OKC, OK](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/02/28/journeytogeorgia-day-5-tx-to-okc-ok/) - Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos.Oklahoma City National Memorial
- [#JourneyToGeorgia Day 6: OKC, OK to AK](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/02/29/journeytogeorgia-day-6-okc-ok-to-ak/) - Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos.Chickasaw Park, OK Oklahoma City National Memorial
- [February/March 2020 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/03/02/february-march-2020-newsletter/) - February/March's newsletter features the #JourneyToGeorgia Photo Album, fun facts from the Bookmobile road trip, as well as: Photos from the January 20th Georgia Power Service Day in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Volunteers Needed! A list of volunteer opportunities in April and May Recognition of our 2020 business and #JoinTheStory sponsors and community partners
- [May 2020 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/05/04/may-2020-newsletter/) - May's newsletter features photos from the new Bookmobile's maiden voyage, service changes dictated by the coronavirus pandemic, recurring giving options, recognition of recent grants awarded, and thank yous to our sponsors and partners. CLICK TO READ: April_2020_Newsletter_Bookmobile_emailversion #readingtogoplaces #bookmobile #littlefreelibrary #littlefreelibraries #accesstobooks #earlyliteracymatters #literacychangeslives #JOINTHESTORY
- [The Bookmobile alters outreach during COVID-19 pandemic](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/05/20/the-bookmobile-alters-outreach-during-covid-19-pandemic/) - THE DAILY TRIBUNE NEWS Photo: Valerie Gilreath, president of the board of directors of Reading to Go Places (doing business as The Bookmobile), right, and volunteer Madison Cowart watch as a reader picks up books at the Dinners To Go meal program. RANDY PARKER/THE DAILY TRIBUNE NEWS BY MARIE NESMITH
- [March 2021 Bookmobile Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2021/03/08/march-2021-bookmobile-newsletter/) - Featured in the March 2021 newsletter: our spring fundraiser "Everybunny Loves Reading," lots of photos from December and January activities, an easy way to contribute to the Bookmobile via Kroger's Community Rewards program, and upcoming dates to remember. We hope you enjoy it! READ THE NEWSLETTER HERE: March_2021_Newsletter_Bookmobile Purchase your Everybunny Loves Reading Easter basket
- [July 2020 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/07/20/july-2020-newsletter/) - CLICK TO READ: July_2020_Newsletter_Bookmobile_emailversion2 July's newsletter features photos from this summer's book giveaways, a sneak peek at the new vehicle graphic design, and the launch of our Adopt-A-Reader program. You'll also find an introduction to our newest sponsor - Styles Auto Care, information on service changes dictated by the coronavirus pandemic, recurring giving options, recognition
- [Bookmobile Partners with Corps of Engineers to Promote Water Safety](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/08/26/bookmobile-partners-with-corps-of-engineers-to-promote-water-safety/) - Published online Wednesday, July 22, 2020 by The Daily Tribune News and in the Thursday, July 23, 2020 print edition BY MARIE NESMITH Continuing to expand its reach, The Bookmobile is teaming up with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to provide water safety materials to youngsters. Through this partnership, The Bookmobile’s volunteers are able
- [Adopt-A-Reader: The Bookmobile Launches Campaign](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/08/26/adopt-a-reader-the-bookmobile-launches-campaign/) - Adopt-A-Reader: The Bookmobile launches campaign to fund book giveaways Published by The Daily Tribune News online Saturday, August 1, 2020 and in print Sunday, August 2, 2020 BY MARIE NESMITH As the program director for The Bookmobile, Kim Dennis is determined to boost childhood literacy in the midst of COVID-19. The pandemic has drastically altered
- [September 2020 Bookmobile Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/10/07/september-2020-bookmobile-newsletter/) - As we head into fall, there are lots of exciting things to look back on and forward to. In April - August, the Bookmobile gave away 3,297 books! Next week is the Used Book Sale at Rose Lawn to raise funds for Bookmobile programs. 56 readers have been adopted through our Adopt-A-Reader program. If you
- [October 2020 Bookmobile Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2020/10/07/october-2020-bookmobile-newsletter/) - The October newsletter features totals and photos from our used book sale at Rose Lawn last month, an update on the vehicle graphic wrap progress, Creative Storytelling Photo Sessions by Lifesong Photography benefitting the Bookmobile, updates on the Adopt-A-Reader monthly giving campaign, program needs for this month, and a "thank you" to Garth Gherardini and
- [January 2021 Bookmobile Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2021/01/25/january-2021-bookmobile-newsletter/) - Happy new year! The January newsletter features our 2020 Year in Review bulletin, photo highlights of the year behind us, a "thank you" to everyone who helped us throughout the year, and a look ahead to our spring fundraiser: "Everybunny Loves Reading." You'll also find a link to purchase the new Bookmobile t-shirt (!) and
- [Reading to Go Places Featured in American Libraries Magazine](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2021/03/01/reading-to-go-places-featured-in-american-libraries-magazine/) - The Bookmobile - Reading to Go Places is among the programs featured in this month's American Library Association (ALA) Magazine! The article, titled "The Road to Normal" and written by Mark Lawton, discusses how bookmobiles were used to respond to the conditions resulting from the pandemic. We are one of two bookmobiles highlighted in the
- [May 2021 Bookmobile Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2021/05/17/may-2021-bookmobile-newsletter/) - Happy spring! Check out the May 2021 newsletter to read about our new afterschool visits in partnership with Bartow County Parks & Recreation. You'll also find our feature "In case you missed it..." the Bookmobile featured in the news, introductions to our new board members, upcoming dates and locations for Bookmobile visits and events, a
- [Chamber's "Big Hearts in Bartow" includes Bookmobile](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2021/03/05/chambers-big-hearts-in-bartow-includes-bookmobile/) - We are honored to be one of five non-profits highlighted in the Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce's 2021 Community Guide & Business Directory. The feature article is titled "Big Hearts in Bartow County." Thank you Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce for recognizing us and raising awareness of the work we do! Read the article here:
- [December 2022 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2022/12/06/december-2022-newsletter/) - The December newsletter features highlights from the United Way Cardboard Boat Race, Bookmobile visits to Fall Festivals at Cloverleaf and Clear Creek Elementary schools, Reading Between the Wines fundraiser total, upcoming dates to remember, and suggestions for how you can continue to support our mission of increasing literacy by increasing access to books! Read it
- [SETTING SAIL](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2022/09/08/setting-sail/) - Cardboard Boat Race Launches United Way Campaign Photo credit: Sharon Fuente, Lifesong Photography Posted Friday, September 2, 2022 3:56 pm BY MARIE NESMITH The Daily Tribune News For Carla Mahan, seeing her husband dressed as a Disney character while steering a makeshift raft surprisingly was not the only extraordinary happening at Pine Acres Retreat. On Aug. 27, the
- [United Way's second annual Cardboard Boat Race to set sail August 27th](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2022/07/07/united-ways-second-annual-cardboard-boat-race-to-set-sail-august-27th/) - Posted Monday, July 4, 2022 10:32 am BY MARIE NESMITH Calling the inaugural benefit the “breakout event of the year,” Valerie Gilreath is looking forward to United Way of Bartow County’s second annual Cardboard Boat Race. Set for Aug. 27, the offering will raise awareness and funds for Love Travels Beyond Inc. and Gilreath’s The
- [June 2022 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2022/06/12/june-2022-newsletter/) - June's newsletter features pictures from our March to May stops and events, including pre-k summer reading bundle distribution, the Black History Parade, and afterschool visits, details about the upcoming 2nd Annual United Way Cardboard Boat Race, Everybunny Loves Reading fundraiser totals, AND MORE! We hope you enjoy this glimpse into what we've been up to.
- [February 2022 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2022/02/18/february-2022-newsletter/) - This month's newsletter features photos and totals from Hope for Christmas, the launch of our spring fundraiser "Everybunny Loves Reading," upcoming dates to remember, a sad goodbye to Program Assistant Lauren, recognition of a new annual sponsor, and thank yous to all our sponsors and partners. We hope you enjoy it! READ IT HERE: February
- [November 2021 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2021/11/17/november-2021-newsletter/) - This month's newsletter features photos from fall festival book giveaways, details of our #GivingTuesday campaign, totals from the Reading Between the Wines fundraising event, donor and sponsor "thank yous," and upcoming dates to remember. Take a look at what we've been up to! READ IT HERE: November 2021 Newsletter
- [October 2021 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2021/10/06/october-2021-newsletter/) - This newsletter is bursting at the seams with photos from recent events, including the Inaugural Cardboard Boat Race, Used Book Sale at Roselawn, and Serve Saturday at the Allatoona Resource Center. You'll also find upcoming dates to remember, volunteer sign-up, how to Adopt-a-Reader, and LOTS and LOTS of thank yous. "Thank you" is a theme
- [July 2021 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2021/07/21/july-2021-newsletter/) - This month, you'll find service numbers for April - June, upcoming dates to remember, our current needs list, "thank you" to the Cartersville Rotary Club, and lots of wonderful pictures from the summer program! You can also read about the Cardboard Boat Race event planned for August 28th. This partnership with United Way of Bartow
- [United Way's August 28th Inaugural Cardboard Boat Race Will Benefit Bookmobile](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2021/06/25/united-ways-august-28th-inaugural-cardboard-boat-race-will-benefit-bookmobile/) - United Way’s Inaugural Cardboard Boat Race launches Aug. 28 Posted Thursday, June 24, 2021 5:43 pm BY MARIE NESMITH Set for Aug. 28, United Way of Bartow County’s inaugural Cardboard Boat Race will bolster awareness and funds for Love Travels Beyond Inc. and The Bookmobile. The benefit also will launch the United Way's campaign titled
- [Reading to Go Places bolsters childhood literacy across Bartow](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2023/01/10/reading-to-go-places-bolsters-childhood-literacy-across-bartow/) - Kim Dennis, left, and Valerie Gilreath founded Reading to Go Places in 2017. Since its inception, the literary outreach has supplied more than 30,000 new books to local children to help strengthen their home libraries. RANDY PARKER/THE DAILY TRIBUNE NEWS ‘INVALUABLE RESOURCE’ Posted Friday, January 6, 2023 4:26 pm BY MARIE NESMITH For Kim Dennis and Valerie Gilreath,
- [March 2023 Newsletter](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2023/03/09/1279/) - The March newsletter kicks off our 3rd annual Everybunny Loves Reading spring fundraiser! You'll also find upcoming dates to remember, photos from Hope for Christmas, the Black History Parade and other events, our "In case you missed it..." feature, and a new "Did you know?" feature. As always, there are lots of thank yous to
- [Modern Woodmen Magazine features the Bookmobile](https://readingtogoplaces.org/2023/05/25/1359/) - We were thrilled to be featured in the spring 2023 issue of Modern Woodmen magazine as part of their 2023 national focus on "Raising Readers." Modern Woodmen magazine goes out to more than 800,000 people across the United States. You can access the entire article using this link: How to Raise Readers We appreciate the

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- [Contact Us](https://readingtogoplaces.org/contact-us/) - Contact Reading to go places, an organization based in Bartow County, Georgia.
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- [Bookmobile](https://readingtogoplaces.org/bookmobile/) - The Bookmobile operates as a lending library in Bartow County, Georgia.
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- [Little Free Library](https://readingtogoplaces.org/little-free-library/) - Little Free Library in Bartow County, Georgia. Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization based in St. Paul, Minnesota.
- [Dolly Parton's Imagination Library](https://readingtogoplaces.org/dolly-partons-imagination-library/) - We oversee and administer Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Bartow.
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## Products

- [Everybunny Loves Reading Easter Basket](https://readingtogoplaces.org/product/everybunny/) - Everybunny Loves Reading – Book-Themed Easter Baskets 🐰📚 Surprise the little readers in your life with a book-filled Easter basket they’ll love! Designed for children ages 0–9, each $35 basket includes: Age-appropriate books A cuddly stuffed animal Chocolate bunny Coloring/activity book Toys Candy and snacks Books and toys are thoughtfully selected based on the child’s age. (Specific items may vary based on availability.) Pickup: Baskets will be available for pickup the week of March 30 at designated locations. We will follow up with you regarding pick-up locations. Want to spread the joy? You can purchase a basket to be donated to a child in need through our partnerships with Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter, Advocates for Children, and Tranquility House Domestic Violence Center. Thank you for supporting our spring fundraiser! Because of our generous sponsors, 100% of your purchase is tax-deductible and directly benefits Bookmobile programs.
- ["Storybook Christmas" gift sleigh](https://readingtogoplaces.org/product/storybook-christmas/) - Book-themed gifts for the little readers in your life! Available for ages 0-10. $25 each. All proceeds benefit Bookmobile programs. Sleighs feature books, plush reading buddy, coloring/activity book, craft, toys, and candy/snacks. Books and toys vary based on the age of the child. Local pick-up/delivery only. Please choose “local pick-up” at checkout. Don’t have children? Order and "donate" to contribute books to our many Christmas events! Thank you for participating in our holiday fundraiser. 100% of your purchase is tax-deductible thanks to our sponsors: the Adairsville Lions Club and San Souci Women's Club!

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