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The Alaska Center for the Book, an affiliate of the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress, is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization celebrating the richness and diversity of language. We were founded in 1991 to stimulate public interest in literacy throughout Alaska through the spoken and written word.
Alaska Center for the Book partners with literary, educational, arts and humanities organizations, as well as the Library of Congress, to host and sponsor many literary events throughout the state.
We welcome all who are interested in furthering the cause of literacy and language in Alaska. If you are interested in supporting our events and projects by becoming a member, please click the "How to Join" link above for more information.

 

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Alaska Center for the Book is seeking nominations for its annual Contributions to Literacy in Alaska (CLIA) Awards.

The awards recognize persons and institutions who have made a significant contribution in literacy, the literary arts, or the preservation of the written or spoken word in Alaska. Previous CLIA award winners have included librarians, teachers, writers, tutors and others dedicated to making the world a better place through the gift of language. More than 50 people and organizations have been honored over the past 17 years.


This year s CLIA Award nominations are due Nov. 6, 2009. For a copy of the nomination form click the "CLIA" link above. For information, or to request a faxed nomination form, call (907) 764-1604 or e-mail carolben@gci.net
 
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Letters About Literature
Letters About Literature 2010 deadline is Dec. 12, 2009. For guidelines and entry information click the "Letters about Literature" link above.
 
 
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 Local Poet with National Acclaim Reads at UAA Nov. 17


Joan Kane, an Anchorage poet honored by multiple national awards, will be featured in a November reading to celebrate Alaska Native writers.

The poetry reading and discussion is set for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17 at the UAA Campus Bookstore. The free event is sponsored by the bookstore, by Alaska Center for the Book and the Alaska Native Heritage Month Committee, marking November as Alaska Native/American Indian Heritage Month. Campus parking is free.

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The Alaska Center for the Book is incorporated as a non-profit organization under 501c(3). All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Alaska Center for the Book
3600 Denali Street
Anchorage, AK 99503