Resources:Read About It!

Application deadline extended to Friday, May 30, 2008.


Frank McCourt's 'Tis: A Memoir  is one of the books featured in the Read About It! program.
"Packaged" Book Discussion Programs for Public Libraries
PHC believes that book discussion groups are an excellent way to engage the public in humanities programs. Read About It! is a series of "packaged" book discussion programs developed for public libraries. Through informal discussions with an expert discussion leader, Read About It! exposes people to new authors and gives them tools to deepen their reading experience. The programs, which occur over four sessions, appeal to popular interests and engage readers from all walks of life in the humanities.

Read About It! has two goals:

  • To reach audiences new to book discussion programs. Read About It! involves people who typically do not attend cultural programs or have limited access to them—individuals from a large variety of communities and backgrounds.

  • To help public libraries increase their value as community learning centers. The programs boost the ability of libraries to conduct humanities programs. They also improve libraries’ marketing and promotional skills, enabling them to publicize their contributions to lifelong learning.

View a list of fall 2007 and spring 2008 participating libraries.

Featured Programs:

How to Apply
The application for fall 2008 and spring 2009 programs is now available. The postmark application deadline has been extended The new deadline is Friday, May 30, 2008. To apply:
  1. Review the current guidelines [802K PDF] and the downloadable application form [PDF] (10K) or [Word Document] (34K) to determine if your library can meet the program goals and requirements. To receive them by mail, contact PHC.

  2. See the new Frequently Asked Questions section for help with common questions.

  3. Submit an application by fax or mail. PHC recommends that applications be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested. PHC will not be responsible for applications that are lost or damaged in the mail. The postmark deadline has been extended to May 30, 2008. Applications that are incomplete or postmarked after the deadline will not be accepted.

Please note: PHC will respond to all applicants by the end of June 2008.



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