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Tuesday, August 29, 2006
Reopen the Anacostia Library Now
The Anacostia Library has been closed since December 2004 in anticipation of rebuilding, but no ground has been broken. The mayor, city council and board of library trustees have not prioritized the interim services needed to serve the needs of the neighborhood, failing to recognize the important role libraries play in their communities.
Join with Green Party mayoral candidate Chris Otten, Empower DC, the Residential Association of Marbury Plaza, citizens of the Anacostia community, and library supporters from across DC in calling for the immediate reopening of the Anacostia Public Library. Bring your friends and family to the rally, which will have children's activities, reading time, music, open mike, and food and drinks.
Volunteers are needed. Can you spread the word by email or by flyer? Would you like to help read books to kids? Do you have a car? Contact Robin Diener at 202/387-8030 or rdiener@savedclibraries.org
DC Metro Action is published by Michael Schlesinger, a 32-year veteran of electoral and issue organizing who is committed to social justice and to increasing participation in the political process.
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