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“One of the reasons that I take such joy in being a trustee of the New York Public Library is the love of reading that I found as a child in the Saturday morning library events for preschoolers and first and second graders as I was growing up in Augusta, GA.” quote by Jessye Norman
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“One of the reasons that I take such joy in being a trustee of the New York Public Library is the love of reading that I found as a child in the Saturday morning library events for preschoolers and first and second graders as I was growing up in Augusta, GA.”

Jessye Norman

About This Quote

Source Interview: Library Advocacy, 2010

She cherishes childhood library experiences, inspiring her dedication to public library service.

In simple terms: Childhood libraries sparked lifelong love.

Key Takeaway

Support public libraries.

Themes

education literacy community

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • school programs
  • reading initiatives
  • fundraising
  • policy advocacy

Key Concepts

public service cultural heritage

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can communities protect libraries?
  • What role do libraries play today?
A Different Perspective

Funding cuts threaten libraries.

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