IT’S THAT TIME AGAIN…get ready for the LIBRARY LOVING BLOG CHALLENGE!!!!!
For every commenter on this post between now (March 28th) and Saturday, April 2nd, I will donate $1.00 to Blodgett Memorial Library, up to an amount of $150 total. *If I hit that number, I will absolutely consider raising that amount. *grin* I LOVE this library!
How easy could it be? You comment, I cough up the money, the library gets a gift and a BIG cyber hug! Of course, I’d love to hear about your favorite library memory, but if you don’t know what to say in your comment, “I love libraries” will do.
My pledge is “per commenter”—so if a single person leaves 50 comments, that still only counts one! But you can do AMAZING THINGS by spreading the word … please link to this post, tweet about it, mention it on Facebook, etc. You can also raise money for additional local libraries by visiting the blogs of others participating in this blog challenge:
You can find a list of participating blogs listed on – writerjenn-THE BLOG OF JENNIFER R HUBBARD.
If you’re inspired to start your own challenge or donate a flat amount to your local library, please leave the amount of your pledge and the name of your library system in the comments. This way we can sing your praises and I can have Jennifer add the amount to the grand total.
This is the third year of the challenge and my third year participating. I am so proud to be a part of this. Last year we raised $5,148, 80 pounds (UK), at least $300 worth of new books, plus donations of used books and audiotapes. With your help we can top that number.
Last year I did a VIRTUAL TOUR of my library, feel free to check out the wonderful place and people I’m supporting.
Thank you, thank you, thank you for helping my library and all the libraries in this challenge. Let the comments begin!!!!
Linda G. says:
LOL! I see you anticipated my tricky plan to leave fifty separate comments. 🙂
On March 28, 2011 at 12:55 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Hahahahaha!!!! You can't help it if you love libraries. :o) Thanks for posting.
On March 28, 2011 at 1:43 pm
Khris Decker says:
I use my library in Buffalo all the time. I am happy to support this cause! What a wonderful thing to do.
On March 28, 2011 at 2:15 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Thanks Khris!!! I'm so happy to be back in touch with you again!!! (((hugs)))
On March 28, 2011 at 2:24 pm
Monica B.W. says:
Hmmm… *thinks* what if I log in with a different account and leave another comment?
Anyway! I love what you're doing! I hope you cough up a lot of money soon! 😀
On March 28, 2011 at 2:43 pm
writerjodimoore says:
Love my library, my librarians – and YOU for doing this!
On March 28, 2011 at 4:31 pm
Courtney Rene says:
What a lovely idea.
ctny
http://www.ctnyrene.blogspot.com
On March 28, 2011 at 4:34 pm
jandersoncoats says:
Cheers! I hope you get to 150 today!
On March 28, 2011 at 4:46 pm
Kai says:
Kimmie, you are libratastic to do this for your library. I love, love, love our library system- Deschutes County Public Libraries. They just opened a new branch even! How awesome is that?
On March 28, 2011 at 4:53 pm
JMutiny says:
I just got back from the Franklin Lakes town library. I have fond memories of studying and researching at Blodgett. My parents wouldn't bring me to the Beacon library… they said it was too social of a place to be serious about studying 🙂
On March 28, 2011 at 5:39 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Yay!!!! You guys are all AWESOME!!!!! Thanks for stopping by and spreading the word. Blodgett is a FANTASTIC place and well worth the love!!!!!
On March 28, 2011 at 5:52 pm
Sonia Rumzi says:
That is simply delightful. Wonderful idea. I am giving it to all my fellow writers and readers. 🙂
On March 28, 2011 at 7:09 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Thanks so much Sonia!!!!
On March 28, 2011 at 7:18 pm
Janet Fox says:
I love libraries!! hugs – j
On March 28, 2011 at 8:49 pm
Sarah says:
Hooray for libraries!
On March 28, 2011 at 9:04 pm
Jennifer R. Hubbard says:
Thanks for your warm and enthusiastic support for libraries and this challenge!
On March 28, 2011 at 9:48 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Yay for Libraries!!!! And a big YAY! for Jennifer Hubbard for creating this awesome challenge!!!!!!
On March 28, 2011 at 11:05 pm
Diana Renn says:
This is very inspiring! I hope you hit 150! Will spread the word…
On March 28, 2011 at 11:34 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Awww thanks Diana!
On March 28, 2011 at 11:42 pm
angeladegroot says:
Hooray for libraries and the generous people supporting the cause.
On March 29, 2011 at 12:10 am
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Woo Hoo!!! We're up to 14!!! Keep 'em coming folks!!!!
On March 29, 2011 at 12:17 am
Kathleen Marold says:
BLODGETT rules! Let me know what you raise and I will match! I MEAN IT! XXOO Kathy
On March 29, 2011 at 12:46 am
Kimberly Sabatini says:
That is AWESOME!!!!!! I'll let you know!!!!! Woo Hoo!!!!!!!
On March 29, 2011 at 12:51 am
Katie L. Carroll (KT) says:
Go Kim! I'm also doing a comment based fundraiser, so be sure to stop by my blog. See you at the Poconos!
On March 29, 2011 at 1:59 pm
Sarah Tregay says:
What a lovely library! It reminds me of the one in my hometown of Amherst, New York. Thanks for the challenge.
On March 29, 2011 at 2:16 pm
theartgirl says:
Libraries are the best!
On March 29, 2011 at 3:04 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Thanks guys!!!!! Up to 18!!!!!
On March 29, 2011 at 7:03 pm
Jessica Leader says:
Hey there! I'm doing the challenge too and wanted to spread the love. Good luck with your debut! Mine was in 2010 with Simon MIX (little cousin of Pulse.) Nice place, that Simon!
On March 30, 2011 at 12:27 am
S. Mozer says:
I love libraries! My local children's librarian makes sure I always have great books to read.
On March 30, 2011 at 1:09 am
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Yay! For the Library and Simon love!!!!!! I'll check your book out. :o) Thanks Stace!!!!
On March 30, 2011 at 2:47 am
Linda says:
Kim, it's so awesome for you to do this challenge again for the Blodgett Library! Even though I'm a bookseller, I've always loved libraries – pretty much grew up in my school libraries! I support my local library – the amazing, remodeled & expanded Adriance Memorial Library in Poughkeepsie – I always find great books & DVDs there. I think libraries are so important & invaluable to readers & to society. I hope you'll get lots of library-loving comments! 🙂
On March 30, 2011 at 6:16 am
Anonymous says:
OK, so the topic is – Library.
My Dad could never say the word "library". For some strange reason, maybe it was an accent thing or who knows, but he would always pronounce it as "lie-berry" .. like strawBerry or blueBerry… one of the many things we Lovingly ripped him on!! That was worth a $1, right?
Good luck with the endeavor
Joe
and PS: Now with the new house – as Town of Fishkill, we cover both Howland (through BCSD) & Blodgett library, too!
On March 30, 2011 at 1:48 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Linda-thanks so much!!! Joe…I miss your dad. ((((hugs)))) Thanks for helping me out!!!!
We are up to 22!!!!!
On March 30, 2011 at 7:30 pm
April says:
Thanks so much for doing this – this is such an awesome thing! Library love to the world! <3
On March 31, 2011 at 2:06 am
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment!!!
On March 31, 2011 at 3:40 am
Michelle says:
What a beautiful library! Thanks for doing this – I couldn't participate this year but am doing my best to spread the word!
On March 31, 2011 at 4:30 pm
Margo Gremmler says:
Thanks for participating, Kimberly! Blodgett is lucky to have you. 🙂
On March 31, 2011 at 4:36 pm
cleemckenzie says:
Your library looks so . . . libraryish. I love it. You're great for entering this challenge.
On March 31, 2011 at 4:45 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Thanks guys!!!! I really appreciate you stopping by. It's my dream library and I love to help them out whenever I can!!!!
Up to 26!!!!!
On March 31, 2011 at 5:46 pm
mark says:
Fantastic looking library. Wonderful of you to do this.
On March 31, 2011 at 5:52 pm
dampscribbler says:
Whoops! Just saw your tweet, how is it I read the post but failed to comment? I blame sleep deprivation! Give give give! 🙂
On March 31, 2011 at 6:18 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
You guys are the bestest!!!!!
On March 31, 2011 at 6:22 pm
Martha Brockenbrough says:
Yay for libraries!
On March 31, 2011 at 6:26 pm
visiblethought says:
I tried to comment yesterday from my phone but I guess it didn't work! Commenting now with love for my hometown library in New Boston, NH…
On March 31, 2011 at 6:32 pm
jama says:
I love libraries ♥ !
On March 31, 2011 at 6:33 pm
Chris Eboch says:
Hooray for libraries — and you for supporting them.
On March 31, 2011 at 7:36 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
32!!!! We are making progress. Thank you library lovers!!!!
On March 31, 2011 at 7:37 pm
Jess says:
Yay for libraries! You must be a kindred spirit, o fellow library-lover & Apocalypsie! 😀
On March 31, 2011 at 11:14 pm
lucas7261 says:
I heart libraries!!!!
On April 1, 2011 at 1:30 pm
Kimberlee Conway Ireton says:
Hooray for libraries! Hooray for you for loving libraries!
On April 1, 2011 at 2:29 pm
Shveta Thakrar says:
Glad to help!
On April 1, 2011 at 8:47 pm
Angelina C. Hansen says:
What a beautiful library. Your generosity is beautiful, too!
On April 2, 2011 at 12:22 am
Kimberly Sabatini says:
We've got 37!!!!!!
On April 2, 2011 at 12:56 am
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Thanks everyone-you're so sweet for taking the time out to support the library!
On April 2, 2011 at 12:57 am
AKG says:
Wonderful, wonderful idea – I would be a wreck without my local library. Thank you!
On April 2, 2011 at 2:44 am
Beth says:
Thank you for supporting libraries. They're one of our most important public institutions.
On April 2, 2011 at 6:27 pm
Shelley says:
I am living in Costa Rica, a land without libraries or books in general. You are so lucky to have a library and most people take them for granted.
On April 2, 2011 at 9:45 pm
Logan E. Turner says:
Libraries are the best. I just saw an article that talked about how 57% of the country would support defunding them or something ridiculous like that. Are they crazy? Free libraries are the key to knowledge and open access to not only books but movies, computers, and the internet. It makes me sad to think that people think they're no longer worth keeping around.
On April 3, 2011 at 11:26 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
Beth, Shelly and Logan-thanks so much for taking the time to stop by and to remind us of how lucky we are to have them!
On April 3, 2011 at 11:41 pm
Kimberly Sabatini says:
BTW-41!!!!!!
On April 3, 2011 at 11:42 pm