Today's the deadline to get your library registered to participate in National Gaming Day @ Your Library on Saturday, November 15.You can learn more about National Gaming Day on their wiki. There's LOTS of information about the games you can get for FREE. You just need to register today (sorry I didn't write this last week - Jae told me to).
I've heard from several member libraries who plan to participate and you can see a list of some of the libraries who have registered (this was current as of 9/30). Libraries who've told me they are planning events include Bradford County Public Library, St. Johns County Public Library, and Jacksonville Public Library. If you plan to participate we would love to see pictures and hear about your success stories.
Don't forget NEFLIN has equipment you can borrow. There's a Wii, Xbox (with Guitar Hero), LCD projectors, and screens. The equipment is already booked for this date but if you're planning to host a gaming event at your library you should reserve it now. We've heard great things from several libraries about their successful events.
Bradford County Public Library held their first event on Saturday (when the library was closed) and had about 30 people attend. In addition to the e
quipment they borrowed from NEFLIN, the Library has formed relationships with the local Aaron's and Movie Gallery who are providing them with additional equipment and games (check out the BIG screen tv they had).If you aren't sure that a gaming event is right for your library I would definitely encourage you to attend the Get Into the Game @ Your Library workshop being held at Lake City Community College Library on Friday, November 14th. You'll have an opportunity to learn from Vickie Lepore who has been hosting successful events for several years and then you'll get to participate in a gaming.
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