{"id":29315,"date":"2023-04-24T09:25:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-24T09:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/humanicsinstitute.org\/Sanctuary\/?p=29315"},"modified":"2023-04-23T04:37:44","modified_gmt":"2023-04-23T04:37:44","slug":"why-support-a-little-free-library-for-humanics-sanctuary-and-sculpture-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/humanicsinstitute.org\/Sanctuary\/why-support-a-little-free-library-for-humanics-sanctuary-and-sculpture-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Support a Little Free Library for Humanics Sanctuary and Sculpture Park?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-mmhhd-79elbk h-full dark:bg-gray-800\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-mmhhd-1n7m0yu\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col items-center text-sm dark:bg-gray-800\">\n<div class=\"group w-full text-gray-800 dark:text-gray-100 border-b border-black\/10 dark:border-gray-900\/50 bg-gray-50 dark:bg-[#444654]\">\n<div class=\"text-base gap-4 md:gap-6 md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-xl xl:max-w-3xl p-4 md:py-6 flex lg:px-0 m-auto\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3 lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-4 whitespace-pre-wrap\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There are several reasons why you should support the installation of a Little Free Library at the Humanics sanctuary and sculpture park!<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few thoughts:<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Promoting literacy: A Little Free Library is a great way to promote literacy and a love for reading. By installing a Little Free Library at the sanctuary, you can encourage visitors to take a book or leave a book, creating a free and accessible space for people to discover new books and expand their knowledge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Creating a sense of community: A Little Free Library can serve as a hub for the community to connect and share ideas. It can bring together people of all ages and backgrounds, fostering a sense of unity and camaraderie.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Encouraging outdoor activity: By installing a Little Free Library at the sanctuary, you can encourage visitors to spend more time outdoors and engage with the natural environment. It can serve as an added incentive for people to visit the park and spend time in nature.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Supporting local initiatives: Little Free Libraries are often created and maintained by local community members, and installing one at the sanctuary can support this initiative. It can be a way to show your support for local grassroots movements and encourage others to do the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>If you have some time, books, or money to donate to this initiative, please consider helping out. You can assist\u00a0in the following ways:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>You can donate financially through our GoFundMe campaign at the following link:\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/gofund.me\/8f2a7be6\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/gofund.me\/8f2a7be6<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>To arrange a donation of books in advance of our opening, or to volunteer to help with library maintenance, please send a message to\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"mailto:HumanicsLittleFreeLibrary@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">HumanicsLittleFreeLibrary@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>While books of all genres are welcome, we are particularly interested in books related to the Humanics Institute\u2019s\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/humanicsinstitute.org\/values\/\" target=\"_blank\">Essential Values<\/a>, and the themes that are represented throughout the Sanctuary and Sculpture Park.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Overall, installing a Little Free Library at the Humanics sanctuary and sculpture park can have a positive impact on the community, promote literacy, and encourage outdoor activity. 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