Tattooed Librarians of the Ocean State 2014 Calendar

The Rhode Island Library Association (RILA) is planning to launch of the first ever Tattooed Librarians of the Ocean State 2014 calendar. The calendar will be unique as it features librarians and library workers with their tattoos.

RILA President, Jenifer Bond, says, “When we’re out there advocating in the community, people always tell us that they love libraries. Purchasing a calendar is a great way to translate that sense of love into a show of support. RILA is committed to ensuring that libraries remain relevant in the digital age and will be here for our patrons when they need us most. It’s a good cause!” She adds, “And if this calendar breaks a few stereotypes or sparks some conversations about libraries in the process, then we’ve done our job.”

You can pre-order the 2014 Tattooed Librarians of the Ocean State calendar via the RILA website! Proceeds benefit RILA and will be used to fund future public relations initiatives and organization events.

From RILA:

The Rhode Island Library Association is pleased to present our first ever Tattooed Librarians of the Ocean State 2014 calendar. Libraries are unique as they simultaneously foster the preservation of histories and traditions, while fighting censorship and fostering cutting-edge learning environments. Likewise, tattoos can also represent the preservation of history and resistance of the norm. The twelve librarians and library workers featured in this calendar represent just a few of the many working professionals who are proud of their career, their ink, and the stories they tell.

Proceeds of all 2014 calendar sales benefit the Rhode Island Library Association. Support Rhode Island’s library community and help the cause!

Thank you to our sponsors, our photographer, and our makeup artist for their generous support of this project. Without them, this fundraiser would not be possible.

Calendar pre-orders are discounted until 11/15!