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The Free Book Buggie (TFBB)
Mar. 16, 2026 12:00 p.m.
A van and a dream – that’s how The Free Book Buggie (TFBB) got started. Debbie, a passionate reader since childhood, set out to find a solution to a growing problem in our communities: lack of access to age-appropriate children’s books. As a volunteer mom, she and a very good friend Sue, created an “I Love to Read,” program for their children’s elementary school that got bigger and better each year, for 11 years.Debbie knew that there were two challenges many families faced: financial resources to purchase books, and the transportation to get to the books. She set out to find a way to solve those challenges and the answer was – fill her van with children’s books, take them to children where they live and learn, and give them away for free. That mini van became known as The Free Book Buggie. TFBB partners with cities, schools, and many other community organizations to reach the children that need resources the most. Over 400,000 books, more than 60 cities, 300-plus partnerships, and many volunteers later, the original “Buggie” grew up and is now a repurposed shuttle bus, the new Free Book Buggie. |
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Tickets for Kids
Mar. 30, 2026 12:00 p.m.
Tickets for Kids provides under-resourced youth and families with no-cost tickets to ballgames, theaters, museums, and more! Their innovative program provides nearly 50,000 tickets to Minnesota kids each year. Hear from Susan Murray, Regional Director about how this is accomplished and how you can be part of the fun! |
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