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We’ll take care of the rest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour book will make its way to the Lake City Public Library, where it can be enjoyed by readers in the community for years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupporting a library doesn’t always have to mean a big gesture. Sometimes it’s simply putting a great book into the hands of someone who’s ready to discover it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’re proud to support \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003erural public libraries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the unique role they play in bringing books, resources, programs, and connection to small communities. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePick a book. Support your library. 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