Authors craft words together. Today, several authors from Write By The Rails, the Prince William County chapter of the Virginia Writers Group, became craftsmen (and women) of a different sort by constructing one of several Little Free Library boxes to be placed throughout the area. Spearheaded by children's book author Belinda Miller, these cases will allow readers young and old to freely take out and add books for the enjoyment of the community.
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First little library awaiting a door, paint, and fabulous embellishments. |
A first prototype was constructed in just a few hours using donated recycled materials. Authors Dan Verner and Nick Kelly repurposed a few shelving panels and a solid birch top to create one of the now five designated libraries. We are still in need of more wood, hinges, knobs, and plexiglas, so if you have these supplies and would like to donate, email Belinda at
belindamiller1@me.com.
Here are some pictures from today's event:
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This shell will be transformed into something amazing. |
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The cheering section and nail sorters. |
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A donated cabinet to be converted into an indoor free library. |
Awesome pics! This is exciting!
ReplyDeleteGreat bonding activity for any group who wants to help their community! I love this! Thanks, Write by the Rails!
ReplyDeletethis is such an amazing and exciting idea
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