NBPL release – WHAT: The North Bend Public Library Foundation is hosting a fundraising event to benefit the upcoming renovation of the North Bend Public Library. Participants can purchase a ticket to the event, which will allow them to pick up a Stay Home and Read box on April 20. There are three different tickets available to purchase. The “I Wish I Lived at the Library” ticket is $50. Participants with this ticket will get a Stay Home and Read box that includes a surprise book to keep, a snack, and a special keepsake from the event. This box can also be shipped for an additional $18.40. The “Library Lovers” ticket is $35. Participants with this ticket will get a Stay Home and Read box that includes a surprise library book to check out and read, a snack, and library favor. Finally, the “Reluctant Reader” ticket is $25 and is for those participants that are not interested in a Stay Home and Read box but wish to donate to the Library. All boxes will be personally curated by one of our librarians and tailored to the purchaser’s preferences. WHEN: To order a ticket, go to https://nbplstayhomeandread24.eventbrite.com or fill out a form at the library by April 12. Boxes will be available for pick up from the Library starting on April 19. WHERE: Skip the fancy gala and stay home and read! WHO: This fundraising opportunity is geared for adults. CONTACT: For more information, visit www.northbendlibrary.org or call (541) 756-0400. A special thank you to our sponsor Umpqua Bank for their generous support.