Hillsboro City Library Receives Infinite Sums Grant

The Hillsboro City Library recently received a grant through the Association of Small and Rural Libraries (ARSL), in partnership with the Simons Foundation as part of its “Infinite Sums” initiative. The funds from the grant are intended for math programming centering around Pi Day (March 14th), Infinity Day (August 8th), and Fibonacci Day (November 23rd), to broaden the understanding of what math is and who it’s for. For more information, visit infinitesums.simonsfoundation.org.

The Simons Foundation’s Science, Society & Culture division seeks to provide opportunities for people to forge a connection to science – whether for the first time or a lifetime. Through their initiatives, the foundation works to inspire a feeling of awe and wonder, foster connections between people and science, and support environments that provide a sense of belonging. The Simons Foundation’s mission is to advance the frontiers of research in mathematics and the basic sciences. Since its founding in 1994 by Jim and Marilyn Simons, the foundation has been a champion of basic science through grant funding, support for research, and public engagement. They believe in asking big questions and providing sustained support to researchers working to unravel the mysteries of the universe.

For more information about the upcoming Infinite Sums programs, reach out to the Hillsboro City Library at 254-582-7385, visit the library website at hillsborotxlibrary.org, or visit in person at 118 South Waco Street.