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Reach a Reader: Help Revelstoke literacy association share the love of reading

October is the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy’s annual Books for Kids campaign
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Reading matters!

At the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL), they are interested in supporting people in their learning journeys, especially children.

Reading is one of the most fundamental skills needed to be successful in life and it can make a significant difference in the life of a child when they and their families have access to books and free local literacy programs. Help them to reach a reader and enrich the lives of children in our community!

Throughout the month of October, they will be raising funds during our 8th annual Reach a Reader - Books for Kids campaign.

READ MORE: Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy starting 8th annual Reach a Reader-Books for Kids Campaign

Black Press, Revelstoke Credit Union and Blue Sky Clothing Company are lending their support to the campaign and we hope you will, too.

“We know that the having books in the home is one of the keys to developing literacy skills and a love of reading,” says Tracy Spannier, Revelstoke Community Literacy coordinator. “We are pleased to be able to offer family literacy programs that provide parents with tips, tools and strategies to support their child’s literacy and learning. And, it is absolutely heartwarming to have the opportunity to send kids home with a book to explore and treasure.”

There are many ways to participate. You can give any time online at cbal.org, or make a donation at participating businesses where you see our white piggy banks.

You can donate in person or purchase a pair of Blue Sky socks for literacy at our “on the street” event on Oct. 3 at Grizzly Books on Mackenzie Ave and at Save On Foods. You can also join them for coffee and a paper between 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. at Begbie View Elementary.

The funds raised in Revelstoke will stay here. They will be used to support the free family literacy programs and to purchase books that they will give to families in their programs and at events throughout the community.

For more information about literacy programs in Revelstoke, contact Tracy Spannier, Community Literacy Coordinator at revelstokecoordinator@cbal.org or 250-805-2305.