------------------------------------------------------------ FRIDAY BALCAO to focus on building a culture in Goa of books, readers & libraries. -----------------------------------------------------------------
Friday Balcao the fortnightly discussion event to be held on 13th February will focus on building a culture in Goa of books, readers & libraries. In the recent past there have been a number of books that have been published by authors from Goa. Many writers have lamented that the number of readers are dwindling. While many readers are of the opinion that there is not enough being done to promote reading of books in Goa, librarians want more readers to become active members in their libraries. The discussion which will be led by Frederick Noronha - Founder Publisher Goa 1556 will examine possible strategies to build networks of readers, writers, authors and librarians in Goa. The discussion will identify what needs to be done to make book reading among school children a mass movement and how to support existing initiatives of book clubs and book exhibitions to get a bigger response. The discussion will also cover the importance of promoting School, Village and Taluka Libraries and supporting the District Libraries in their efforts to reach more readers. Friday Balcao will be from 4pm to 6pm at the Goa Desc Resource Centre No.11 Liberty Apartments, Feira Alta, Mapusa and is open to members of the public. Interested citizens who want more information on Friday Balcao can email [email protected] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------- Welcome to the FRIDAY BALCAO the fortnightly discussion event since 1999 -------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------- Don't miss out on the discussion. Information is power, Share it equitably. Lets make things happen in Goa !! -------------------------------------------------------
