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Wounded Warrior Project Gaming to Address Loneliness

People across the country are struggling with loneliness and seeking connection.

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Rhode Island Foundation invites applications for programs that serve the blind, visually impaired

Rhode Island nonprofit organizations working to serve Blind and Low Vision communities. Deadline for applications is August 11th. Please feel free to share with any RI networks

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Mock Newbery 2024

It's time to start taking a closer look at 2023 children's books with the first 2024 RI Mock Newbery reading list.

It's time to start taking a closer look at the children's books of 2024!

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Mock Caldecott 2024

It's time to start taking a closer look at 2023 picture books with the first 2024 RI Mock Caldecott reading list.

It's time to start taking a closer look at 2023 picture books. Participating in the Mock Caldecott is an opportunity to sharpen selection skil

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Library of Rhode Island Certification Now Open

The Resource Sharing Certification opened July 17, 2023. The deadline for libraries to submit is September 15, 2023. (School libraries extended to September 29, 2023).

The 2023 Resource Sharing Certification is open and closes September 15, 2023 for academic, public and special libraries.

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Public Library Annual Survey Now Open

The Public Library Annual Survey opened Monday, July 17. The deadline for public libraries to submit FY23 data is September 15, 2023.

The RI Public Library Annual Survey is now open for submissions.