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Many school districts have review boards to watch over what students are reading, and sometimes entire courses of study are marginalized (as Ethnic Studies was here in Arizona), however by a slim margin the Supreme Court determined that implicit in the freedom to express ideas is the freedom to receive ideas and so teachers and librarians can make books, even challenged ones, available to students.
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Barbara Unger, award-winning poet and author, will be reading from her latest book of poetry at Bookmans Grant tonight from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. "Impulse Toward Flight" is Unger's latest book of poetry, though the author's work has appeared in The Nation, The Massachusetts Review, The Beloit Poetry Journal and about fifty other poetry journals; and has twice been nominated for a Pushcart Prize.
Rutgers University Press has also published a book of non-fiction she co-authored about the NYC borough of The Bronx. "Bronx Accent: A Literary and Pictorial History of The Bronx," which was reviewed in the Sunday Book Review of The New York Times. Unger has twice been nominated for a Pushcart Prize in poetry.
We've got lots going on each and every weekend at all of our Bookmans locations. Check out all of the festivities this weekend:
Bookmans is proud to support Reading Seed and their efforts to ensure that Tucson’s youth are given the opportunities and resources they need to succeed. As a longtime community partner, Bookmans has witnessed the incredible impact Reading Seed coaches have made in our community. In fact, numerous students working with Reading Seed coaches progress at least one reading level in only two months!
If you have one spare hour each week during the school year, than you can volunteer to be a reading coach! The job of the coach is to make reading fun so students become independent readers who are excited about what they can learn. To become a reading coach, you only have to attend a single training workshop. Most trainings are taught by the founder of Reading Seed, Allan Tractenberg, who has been a reading coach for more than 15 years.
At Bookmans we believe that every animal should have an opportunity to find their forever home, which is why we work with a variety of animal welfare groups throughout Arizona. Nearly every weekend we feature an adoption event in one of our stores, helping to connect our customers with the wonderful animals in need in our community. Unfortunately, HOPE Animal Shelter, a Bookmans favorite and Tucson’s only no-kill dog AND cat shelter, is struggling to keep their doors open.
Coda is just one of many loving animals at HOPE.
HOPE Animal Shelter is unique in that it provides a loving, no-kill haven for unwanted or abandoned cats and dogs. The animals at HOPE are provided with plenty of space and comfort, from climbing trees and beds to a large play area, and this setup helps reduce the stress the animals experience during their transition to a new forever home. HOPE makes sure that all feline and canine guests are well cared for emotionally, medically, and physically during this uncertain time in their lives.
Last year, over 375 animals found their forever homes through HOPE, and there are currently 80+ animals who depend on HOPE to provide them with shelter, food and love until they too can find the perfect family to take them home. The cost of the tremendous amount of care and comfort the animals at HOPE receive is somewhat daunting; Susan Scherl, executive director of HOPE, estimates that it costs around $12,000 per month to provide for the animals. She emphasizes that no donation is too small and even $5 will make a difference to the animals at HOPE. To learn more about how you can help HOPE, please visit their website - and be sure to check out the animal adoptions at your local Bookmans, there may be a kitty or puppy just waiting to come home with you! You can also follow them on Twitter.
At Bookmans, the whole month of July is dedicated to man’s best friends… furry friends, that is! We’ve had lots of great events in our storeas so far, and we've got lots more coming up! From in-store events, animal organizations with adoption opportunities, animal fairs, to Christmas in July for pictures of your best fuzzy friend with the jolly guy, you're sure to find something fun for everyone. Check out the great upcoming events (and some cute pictures from our previous events):
Check it out! Bookmans Phoenix has achieved internet fame, and is now the topic of an eHow article. Thanks to Yvette Y. from our Phoenix store for the find. Now, if they could just take that apostrophe out...
How to Visit Bookman's in Phoenix, AZ
By Claire Bush, eHow Contributing Writer
Book lovers searching for a one-stop shopping experience can head for Bookman’s on their next trip to Phoenix. The store features used books, magazines, music and board games in a welcoming and friendly environment that encourages browsing. It’s worth a stop to check out what’s new in fiction, on CD or in audio books, and the ever-changing selection guarantees a fresh shopping experience each time.Bookman’s Entertainment Exchange is located at 8034 N. 19th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85021, about a 20 minute drive from downtown Phoenix and Sky Harbor airport. For directions, store hours and other information call (602) 433-0255. Here’s how to visit Bookman’s in Phoenix.
Bookmans was a proud sponsor of the 14th annual Pride in the Pines in Wheeler Park, Flagstaff on Saturday, June 12! With live music, food, fashion, and more; Bookmans was buying, selling and having a great time.
Bookmans Flagstaff will be at the Coconino Center for the Arts tomorrow, and back at the Chamber of Commerce on Sunday! Tomorrow, May 8, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., we will be selling and buying used books, music, movies, video games and more at the Coconino Center for the Arts, located at 2300 N. Fort Valley Road (Rte. 180) in Flagstaff.
As a premium sponsor of the Recycled Art Exhibition, we are delighted to set-up camp in the gallery, and provide folks a chance to buy and sell while they peruse the gorgeous artwork. There will also be artist demos and workshops tomorrow, scheduled as follows:
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Learn to make small sculptures using inner tubes, with artist Rebecca Borowski
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