Chippewa Cree Tribe

The Chippewa Cree Tribe with Stone Child College will enhance available library services with an emphasis on educational programming to increase community programming to increase cultural events and attract more community members into the library. The project addresses community needs, including improving access to educational/learning and general information materials, expanding library offerings, improving the community's ability to access culturally- and historically-significant materials, increasing technological capacity for community members, including children and members who are low-income and do not have computer access at home, and expanding outreach. Activities include hosting 12 library community event nights with at least six having a cultural focus and implementing summer reading activities for children in the community. Outcomes include measurable increases in basic library skills, information retrieval skills, and favorable attitudes regarding library holdings, which will lead to increased library usage, and increased engagement in and appreciation for literary activities and pursuits like reading, writing and literary presentations.