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Gendler, Ann – American Libraries, 1997
With its 50th anniversary series, the Great Books Foundation renews its partnership with public libraries to reach a new generation of readers through shared inquiry. Describes the beginnings of the Great Books movement, its influence on race and politics, the role of libraries, and the 50th Anniversary Series, which is, in part, a response to the…
Descriptors: Classical Literature, Critical Reading, Library Role, Literature Appreciation
Burnette, Sheila – American Libraries, 1998
Chicago's library and police partnership have created interactive programs for city youth. This article describes the partnership's Get Hooked on Fishing, Not Drugs program, Mystery Beat Book Club, Ghosts in the Graveyard and other art programs and discusses benefits for the children and participating organizations. (PEN)
Descriptors: Art, Community Benefits, Community Cooperation, Librarians
