The Greenpoint Library (107 Norman Ave.), which re-opened to much anticipation last fall amidst the pandemic, is using its community space to remember the lives lost due to COVID-19.
A new project aims to collect 1000 origami cranes to set up a memorial in honor of pandemic victims. Inspired by the ancient Japanese legendthat one thousand paper cranes can bring good fortune, well wishes, or healing, the library is aiming to hang 1000 handmade…
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Wow. What a great library. Full of many good memories from neighborhood residents.
The Paper Crane project is so thoughtful and a reminder for the lives lost from COVID.
Excellent theme of hope connection and solidarity.
Back in 1960 my mom introduced me to the library reading “A Parents Guide to Children’s Reading” and we were photographed at the library. Much success to my old neighborhood library.