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Attention Library Directors and Children's Librarians,<br><br>2008-2009 Ready to Read Grant applications are due by the end of the day <span style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;">August 31st</span>. Remember, this is a non-competitive grant so all you have to do to receive this grant is apply. If your project doesn't meet the grant criteria I will work with you until it does so you will still receive your grant. <br><br>Every library will be receiving at least $1,000 which can pay for a lot of storytime materials, board books, parenting books, summer reading performers, and giveaway books for children who complete the summer reading program. These are just a few of the many ways you can use your grant. If you have an idea for how you want to use your Ready to Read Grant, but you aren't sure meets the grant criteria just give me a call or send me an email! <br><br>Download the 2008-2009 Ready to Read application at: http://www.oregon.gov/OSL/LD/youthsvcs/aboutready.shtml#Forms<br><br>If you have any questions please contact Katie Anderson, katie.anderson@state.or.us, 503-378-2528<br><br><br>Katie Anderson<br>Youth Services Consultant<br>Oregon State Library<br>503-378-2528<br>katie.anderson@state.or.us<br><br></body></html>