Category Archives: Deskset

April 15, 2010 · 4:00 am

Message from the Chicago Deskset

Hello fair readers,

A message from the Chicago Deskset

We wanted to take a moment to update everyone.  We are working hard at responding to your suggestions via the survey.  For those that could not make it, don’t worry your voice will be heard as well.  Expect a survey tomorrow via Facebook or here at our blog.

The next event date has been set for Sunday, May 23rd, 2010.  The time is still being worked out as well as the location, but I know this much, it will be in the city and around 6pm.

We have received a lot of praise, publicity and even fanmail.  Your hard work is paying off, and we are making a difference.  So take a moment to reflect on the fact that hundreds of under-served teens will have the ability to learn and escape via the items YOU donated, and they will know that someone somewhere cares about them.

-Anthony Molaro

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April 11, 2010 · 4:02 pm

A Success: Chicago Deskset

Hey all,

Just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone for attending, and for those who could not make it we have heard you.  Save the date for the next event, Sunday May 23, 2010.  Location and more information will be forthcoming.

So the first event was a MAJOR SUCCESS.  We had over 100 people attend and collected more than 350 books for the teens.  We made connections, shared stories, and had a great time.

We just want to take a moment to thank the Grafton for letting us take over their bar.  We want to thank the Unabridged Bookstore for donating the gift certificate.  We want to thank Leah White, Adam Girard and Anthony Molaro for organizing the event and the organization.  Most importantly, we want to thank YOU!!!  Thank you for stepping up and donating!  Thank you for stepping up to offer help with future events, and steering the organization!  Thank you for letting your voices be heard!  And thank you for just hanging out!!!

A survey for those who could not make it and pictures will be forthcoming.

-Anthony Molaro, on behalf of the Chicago Deskset

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April 9, 2010 · 5:57 pm

Last message from the Deskset before the book drive

Hey All,

The big day is tomorrow!!!  Just wanted to send out a final update.  We have over 70 people marked as coming with another 50 or so as maybe.  We are looking for a big turnout.  As for books, new paperbacks is what we are looking for.  Other books will gladly be accepted and rerouted to another institution.

We have received some great publicity.  Check out the feature on the Chicago Deskset over at the Chicagoist.

We hope that you are as excited as we are.  The article shows the need for us to come together and step up, and I’m glad that we are doing it.  We are looking forward to meeting and seeing everyone tomorrow.  We have been busy planning this and future events.  And to those who cannot make it this time, we look forward to seeing you at the next event!

P.S. If you forgot, here are the details of the event:

Where: The Grafton Pub and Grill (Western stop, Brown Line and there is also ample street parking and a paid lot across the street)

When: April 10th, 2010 3:00pm-5:00pm

What to bring: one (or more!) age appropriate paperback book, ideas of future charities/fundraisers you would like to support

Who is invited: check out our About Us page for details but just about everyone! Library workers, students, book lovers, friends, family! If you are interested in our mission, then you are invited!

We’ll also be raffling off a gift certificate to Unabridged Bookstore, mingling and just getting together to decide where this group will go next!

Here is the Facebook event page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=363072017991

Please make sure you RSVP if you plan on attending. If you don’t have a facebook account, please leave a comment below letting us know you plan on attending. Also please note that The Grafton has asked us to have table by table tabs. So be prepared with either cash or be willing to split tabs! And if you are interested in helping out or you just have questions, shoot us an email at:

chicagodeskset[at sign]gmail[dot]com

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