We’re sad to share the news that the owners of mother tongue books have decided to close the store after its 18-year run.
But the doors won’t close for good before we all get to celebrate its achievements and the role it has played in our community.
mother tongue will be hosting a series of events and publishing a blog where folks can share stories and experiences.
The first event is Friday, June 22, with Giller Prize-winner Elizabeth Hay and acclaimed Ottawa singer-songwriter Jill Zmud.
Please stop by the store at 1067 Bank, south of Sunnyside, over the coming weeks!
For more information, please visit http://www.celebratemothertongue.ca/
Please spread the word!
WHAT YOU CAN DO TO CELEBRATE MOTHER TONGUE BOOKS
1. Buy books!
2. Donate. No amount is too small. Join the Friends@200 fund, where individuals or groups purchase $200 worth of books or donate $200 toward our closing costs. Offer a service or special item for our online auction (details to follow!). Or just pass the hat at your next meeting, group or event! We appreciate every gift.
3. Join us at our series of events starting Friday, June 22, with Giller award-winner Elizabeth Hay and acclaimed Ottawa-based singer-songwriter Jill Zmud. Events are every Friday evening until July 20.
4. Send us a note of support or share a special “mother tongue moment” on our open blog at celebratemothertongue.ca. We will be sharing these stories and memories as a way to honour the store’s history. And spread the word! Circulate this blog’s URL: http://www.celebratemothertongue.ca
5. Buy local. Now, more than ever, it is important to support your remaining local booksellers and businesses. They are the building blocks of vibrant neighbourhoods and communities. Next time you are at a community event, take the time to see which local businesses that supported it; in turn, support those businesses.