Books on Wheels

About the Program

Category: Libraries (Best in Category)

Year: 2009

The Librarians at Twin Hickory Library wanted to reach out to other literacy organizations in the area and create a joint venture that would benefit the community. The pursued a joint venture with a local literacy and transportation non-profit organization. Books on Wheels distributes books, bikes, and bike repair services to needy areas in Virginia and all along the East Coast. They wanted to support their efforts and also harness the wonderful charitable spirit within their own community. They created and promoted a day-long Book and Bike Donation Drive for Books on Wheels. It was a wonderful success with over 1,700 books donated, 31 bikes donated, and 12 helmets donated. They also had their very own Bookmobile out for part of the day so that patrons could see another aspect of their outreach services.