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Kindness Club

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KINDNESS BEGINS WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT WE ALL STRUGGLE-----Charles Glassman

Libraries are more than books. Some kids need a little direction to get the creative juices flowing. I gleaned the following from Programming Librarian FB contributors. If you’re a member, check out the archives. Please add YOUR comments. Your colleagues would appreciate hearing what works, and what didn't!

This could be an on-going program for elementary school children.

Letters/cards/place mats for Seniors, military or community service workers
Collection of items for distribution to Food Pantries, Animal Shelters, Homeless Shelters
Tied fleece blankets, and dog toys for Animal Shelters
Soup mix or cookie mix in jars for Food Pantries
Personal Care Kits for the Homeless
Busy Bags for children in the hospital
Painting Rocks that have an inspirational message, (see: Sully Library Rocks)
Partner with a Community concern, ie Kiwanis, Lions, Rotary
Around the holidays, help with the Salvation Army Red Kettle Drive
Work with the Ronald McDonald House in your area
Make bookmarks, paint pictures
Give hope