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Our Foundation raises funds from many different efforts, bringing people together to share, give, and create a stronger library culture in the Greater Cleveland area.
Reading the Green
Have fun while doing good.
NEXT EVENT:
JULY 10, 2023
Lakewood Country Club
Reading the Green is a fundraiser for Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation, which directly supports library programs such as reading tutoring for children, after-school homework help, workforce development programs for job seekers, and technology training for the digitally disadvantaged.
Bob DiBiasio
The Cleveland Guardians
Bob is SVP/Public Affairs for the Cleveland Guardians. 2022 is his 44th season with his hometown team. He serves on a variety of boards in Cleveland, including his role as President of Cleveland Guardians Charities. He is also the President of the Greater Cleveland Sports Hall of Fame.
Sponsorship levels
Double Eagle
Limited to two sponsors
$10,000
- Two foursomes
- Lunch and beverages
- Cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres
- Recognition on all printed and electronic promotional materials
- Recognition prominently displayed at the event (We will ensure high visibility.)
Eagle
Limited to 10 sponsors
$5,000
- One foursome
- Lunch and beverages
- Cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres
- Recognition on all printed and electronic promotional materials
- Selection of one exclusive sponsorship:
Cocktail Hour
Driving Range
Golf Cart
Hole-in-One
Longest Drive
Putting Green
Swag Bag
Birdie
$2,500
- One foursome
- Lunch and beverages
- Cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres
- Hole Sponsor – logo/name and signage on a designated sponsor hole
Hole Sponsor
$1,000
- Logo/name and signage on a designated sponsor hole
Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres
$100
- This is for those who do not want to golf but want to join us during
cocktail hour to mix and mingle!
For questions regarding Reading the Green
Hillary Walker
Special Event Coordinator
hwalker@cuyahogalibrary.org or 216.749.9491
Our 2023
Reading the Green
Sponsors
Eagle sponsors
Birdie sponsors
Hole sponsors
William N. Skirball
Writers Center Stage Series
Bringing us the world’s best writers
The William N. Skirball Writers Center Stage Series brings the literary world’s best writers to Greater Cleveland. The 2022-2023 series is presented by the Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation and Case Western Reserve University. Funds raised by this series help support Cuyahoga County Public Library, the nation’s top-rated library system for twelve consecutive years.
Series Subscription
Benefactor Level
$275
- One (1) ticket for all six (6) author events with flexibility to come in-person or live stream from home
- Admission to an exclusive 2023-2024 season announcement party
- Invitation to a pre-show Benefactor Reception with one author
(pending state and local health guidelines) - Hardcover copy of Barbara Kingsolver’s new novel, Demon Copperhead
- Hardcover copy of Jon Meacham’s new biography, And There Was Light: Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle
- Advance access to PREMIUM seating
- Free parking at the Maltz Performing Arts Center
Subscriber Level
$175
- One (1) ticket for all six (6) author events with flexibility to come in-person or live stream from home
- Hardcover copy of Barbara Kingsolver’s new novel, Demon Copperhead
- Hardcover copy of Jon Meacham’s new biography, And There Was Light: Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle
- Advance access to PREFERRED seating
Virtual Subscription
$75
- One (1) ticket for all six (6) author events with flexibility to come in-person or live stream from home
Single Event Tickets
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW
Single Event — In-Person
$35
- One (1) ticket for all six (6) author events with flexibility to come in-person or live stream from home
Single Event — In-Person
(Book option)
$40
- This option is available for the Barbara Kingsolver and Jon Meacham events only
- One (1) ticket to one (1) event in the Maltz Performing Arts Center
- Hardcover copy of Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver or And There Was Light: Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle by Jon Meacham
Single Event — Virtual
$20
- One (1) ticket to live stream one (1) event from home
- Virtual tickets do not come with a physical seat at the Maltz Performing Arts Center—you will be
emailed a link to stream before the event
Ticket Information
All tickets are delivered via email. No tickets will be mailed.
Guests with questions may contact:
Maltz Performing Arts Center Information Desk at 216.368.6062
Our 2023
Writer’s Center Stage
Sponsors
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