It’s that time of year again! Borders Educators Savings week is coming, September 26 to October 2, and librarians (current and retired) are included in the 25% discount offer on books, CDs, DVDs, and cafe (some restrictions do apply, see the site for details). These books can be for your library, or just for you (call it “professional development,” if you like). Simply show proof of “educator status,” and in my past experience, usually a business card or a letter on letterhead from your library is proof enough.

Borders will be honoring educators with a $50,000 donation to First Book, an organization that gives children from low-income families the opportunity to read and own their first new books.

Inquire at your local Borders about their special reception celebrating the week on September 28 from 4:00 – 8:00 pm. If you call far enough in advance, perhaps your local store and your library can work out some collaborative programming!