The Johnstown (New York) Public library holds an annual fundraiser, where community groups or individuals donate gift baskets, which are displayed for several weeks and then raffled off at an ice cream social, with proceeds going to support programs at the library. Baskets have a theme and must include books. Originally, this fundraiser was aimed at children’s literature (such as a Winnie the Pooh basket with kids’ books and stuffed animals, or a horse theme for pre-teen girls.) Over the years, the basket submissions have…
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