News Report #5

News Report #5
EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass., Nov 13, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE)
By: Rebecca Woelfel, Hunter Public Relations
http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/Hasbro-Donates-300000-Games-Public/story.aspx?guid=%7BED778EB3-D2BD-4D7A-BF29-39961CC5EDF7%7D
This article was about the Hasbro Company, who is a worldwide leader in producing family, and children’s entertainment products. Some of their most recognizable products include “GI Joe”, “Mr. Potato Head” and “transformers” to name a few, though Hasbro does not just stick to toys, but family games are a leading product. Their newest being PICTUREKA! which is a game of picture hunt. Hasbro is a supporter of local communities and libraries alike and has donated $300,000 in games to local libraries in honor of the First Annual National Gaming Day hosted by the American Library Association. By inviting communities to play PICTUREKA! and other games on National Gaming Day, Hasbro and the American Library Association are helping to raise awareness about the benefits of playing games to learn in libraries and incorporating games into educational programs with the philosophy that everyone should have access to learning and fun.
I think that the American Library Associations, National Gaming Day is a wonderful idea for children and families alike to get together, learn, play, and have fun. Hasbro’s donation of so many of their new and popular games is just a show, of not just a company but of people’s dedication to learning. Supporting public libraries is so important because some just do not have the funds for things like this. Hasbro really made this day possible at many community libraries due to their donation and caring. This news story should be emphasized to show that some people in this world still do care about others, and it’s not even Christmas yet. Ha/ha! 