America’s libraries to host one of the largest family game days in history, Nov. 12
FamilyandPartyGames.com joins the American Library Association’s National Gaming Day @ your library to promote game play across thousands of American communities
CHICAGO– On Saturday, Nov. 12, more than 20,000 people in communities across the U.S. will come together in the spirit of play for the American Library Association’s fourth annual National Gaming Day @ your library. Sponsored by FamilyandPartyGames.com, the event aims to reconnect communities through their libraries around the educational, recreational and social value of all types of games.
In the 21st century, libraries are about more than just books. Studies of adult gaming found that patrons who attended gaming events at the library were more open to using other library services. Also, libraries report young users who have come to the library to play games come back to use other free resources, such as homework help programs.
In 2010, more than 26,000 people participated in National Gaming Day activities at libraries across the U.S. and abroad. This year, participating libraries will again hold a variety of gaming activities including board games, role playing games, an international “Epic Super Smash Bros. Brawl” tournament, a retro 30th anniversary “Frogger” contest and more.
“Playing games of all kinds at the library encourages patrons to interact socially with diverse peers, share expertise with others and develop new strategies for gaming and learning – all while surrounded by a real world of knowledge,” said ALA president Molly Raphael. “Often video games are played at home, but playing them at the library makes it a more social experience that can be shared with their family and friends.”
But, game play is much more than simply a means for families to connect and socialize. Several studies are revealing the education benefits of gaming, including an online survey among U.S. parents from RealNetworks. In this survey, 75 percent said they “see educational benefits for their children who play casual games.”And at a time when so many families are struggling and overwhelmed financially, games are a great alternative for families to play without much pay.
“The nostalgia and positive interaction associated with board games are a perfect match for community libraries,” says Eric Poses, president of FamilyandPartyGames.com. “We look forward to a lot of laughter and memorable experiences on National Gaming Day.”
National Gaming Day @ your library is an annual initiative supported by the American Library Association and 2011 Sponsor, FamilyandPartyGames.com, who has donated 3,000 copies of its best-selling titles, including Loaded Questions, Awkward Family Photos, The Greatest Day Ever Game and Loaded Questions Junior.
To find gaming events in your community or for more information about National Gaming Day @ your library, please visit National Gaming Day website or the National Gaming Day Web press kit.
About the American Library Association
The American Library Association is the oldest and largest library association in the world, with more than 60,000 members. Its mission is to promote the highest quality library and information services and public access to information. For more information on the American Library Association please visit ala.org.
About FamilyandPartyGames.com and All Things Equal
Founded in 1997, FamilyandPartyGames.com and All Things Equal are the brainchild of entrepreneur Eric Poses, starting with the hit game Loaded Questions. With a small loan from his parents, Poses created the game and embarked upon a 16-week tour of the United States selling Loaded Questions from the trunk of his car. In a short period of time the first 5,000 games sold, attracting the attention of major retailers like Target and Amazon. Today, Loaded Questions has sold more than one million copies and boasts seven different versions. Also within the games portfolio is The New Yorker Cartoon Caption Game, The Greatest Day Ever Game and Awkward Family Photos, based on the hit Web phenomenon. All Things Equal products are made in America and can be found at Target, Toys R Us, Barnes & Noble, Amazon and at hundreds of specialty stores and Web sites. To date, the company has generated more than $25 million in retail sales and is based in Miami Beach, FL. For more information, please visit FamilyAndPartyGames.com.
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