The Builders Association of the Twin Cities Young Professionals Committee, partnering with Saint Paul Area Association of Realtors Community Engagement Committee, are thrilled to announce a new joint venture that is bringing Free Little Libraries to several area communities. A ribbon cutting will be held on Tuesday, August 9th to celebrate the second finished little library in Apple Valley.
The BATC Young Professionals and SPAAR Community Engagement Committee are also bringing Free Little Libraries to Oakdale and Anoka. The goal is to encourage reading at home as studies have shown that having more books at home improves literacy levels and school-readiness among children.
WHAT: Ribbon Cutting for Free Little Library in Apple Valley
WHEN: Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 6:30 pm.
WHO: Local dignitaries, neighbors, and representatives of BATC and SPAAR.
WHERE: 14603 Hayes Road, Apple Valley, MN Between the Apple Valley Community Center & Hayes Arena
BACKGROUND:
The Free Little Libraries were designed by BATC members. Lampert Lumber donated the supplies for the structures and Dunwoody College of Technology students helped build them. Apple Valley Girl Scout Troop #54092 will be the stewards for the Apple Valley Little Library, ensuring that is well maintained and stocked with books.
The BATC Young Professionals are a committee of the Builders Association of the Twin Cities that works to give aspiring talent within the building industry an opportunity to develop professionally through networking, volunteerism and leadership.
The SPAAR Community Engagement Committee builds community partnerships that advance our commitment to improve the quality of life in their service area and promote homeownership, resulting in greater community exposure for their members and enhancing the image of the REALTOR® through increased community awareness.