Idaho Black History Museum to host NBA Development League Read to Achieve Reading Timeout
Published on January 11, 2008 under NBA G League (G League)
Idaho Stampede News Release
In commemoration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 21, 2008, the NBA Development League and the Idaho Black History Museum are partnering to hold a Read to Achieve reading timeout with D-League players and mentors. The players will read with over 100 local children, focusing on the legacy of Dr. King as well as share their perspective on how he has affected their lives.
Founded in 1995, the Idaho Black History Museum educates individuals about the history and culture of African Americans, with special emphasis on African Americans in Idaho. The reading timeout is being held in conjunction with the fourth annual NBA Development League Showcase presented by adidas featuring 14 games from January 14 - 17 at Qwest Arena.
WHEN: Wednesday, January 16, 2008
4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Idaho Black History Museum
508 Julia Davis Drive
Boise, ID 83702
As part of the NBA's global community outreach initiative NBA Cares, the league's Read to Achieve program aims to combat global illiteracy and encourage young people to develop a life-long love of reading. The NBA Family wants kids to love to read and wants adults to love to read to kids. NBA Development League team members participate in read-alouds and other shared reading and on-line activities at schools, community-based organizations, Reading & Learning Centers or Reading Corners, in arenas, and wherever else it is possible to read.
D-League Cares demonstrates the commitment of the NBA Development League, its teams and players in addressing important social issues with an emphasis that support education, youth and family development, and health-related causes. Through NBA Cares, the league, players and teams will raise and contribute $100 million for charity, donate more than 1 million hours of hands-on volunteer service to communities worldwide, and build more than 100 places where kids and families can live, learn and play over the next five years. For more information on NBA Cares please visit www.nba.com/nba_cares
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