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Lake County Library

Lakeport, CA

NEA Big Read

FY2024

Shelves of books in a peaceful and welcoming room.

About

  • The Lake County Library in Lakeport, California, will partner with a variety of local partners on programming for The Bear by Andrew Krivak, including the Audubon Society, Sierra Club, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The area has experienced a number of devastating wildfires since 2015, and activities will explore the local environment while addressing disaster relief efforts and offering bereavement services related to the fires.

Award Details

  • NEA Big Read
    Grant or Award Received
  • California
    Location
  • $8,000
    Grant Amount
  • 2024
    Fiscal Year of Award

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