2. The First Little Free Library

3. In memory of MO M

6. July 2013

7. On the “heel” of Sliced Bread

8. “ A global sensation.” –The New York Times It’s one of “50 Surprising Reasons We Love America” –Reader’s Digest “It has turned strangers into friends and a sometimes impersonal neighborhood into a community. It has become a mini-town square… ” – The Los Angeles Times “Best Media Sharing 2012 ” – Seattle Mag “ A cultural phenomenon.” - ConnectOregonWI.com “It’s a continual conversation piece.” – Wisconsin State Journal Over 3,000 media stories

9. USA Today Reader’s Digest AARP Japanese Public TV Oregon Observer Seen around the world!

10. What’s all the fuss about? A box of free books! What’s all the fuss about? A box of free books!

11. Today’s Environme nt Bringing us closer!

12. Digital divide separates us Leaving the porch & closing ones windows & doors Now Facebook with a face

13. “I met more neighbors in 5-7 days than in 20-30 years!”

14. Neighbors are no longer strangers.

15. Local, national, global Impac t!

16. Between 2012-2013 Popping up Everywh ere!

17. 2013-beyond : Use positive energy to influence cultural and social issues.

19. Specialty libraries are continually being created to: Honor family or community members, friends, & pets Act as a seed & recipe exchange Improve financial & health literacy Assist with neighborhood revitalization Showcase special programs

20. GOAL: Get books into the hands of kids wherever they may be.

21. Studies show that: Children with books in their home read 2.4 years ahead of others. Even 20 books makes a huge impact. And... We believe Little Free Libraries give the “Greatest bang for the book”.

22. Pilot test Minneapolis North side Goal: 100 Little Free Libraries

23. Stimulating the Desire to Read Books easily accessible Thrill of a new prize everyday Comfortable and enticing for all

24. Elements of a successful Books Around the Block program Ongoing supply of books Wide variety of supporters Continued promotion Constant driving organization Key contacts identified

25. What Little Free Library.org Can do for you! Pre-assembled and kit libraries Custom & limited edition libraries World map How-To Manual Power Points Marketing Materials National & local sponsors On-going G.I.F.T. Fund Supporting publishers

26. GOAL: A Little Free Library on Every Block Get involved! Visit a Little Free Library (use the world map!) Donate to our G.I.F.T. Program Give & Share Start your own Little Free Library project

27. The Dance Continue s … at a neighborhood location near you!