Oneonta RIF was established in 1974, and is one of the oldest RIF programs in the country.  Oneonta RIF was the first RIF program to be established in a rural community.  Oneonta RIF is coordinated by Barbara Jo Beck.  All Oneonta RIF personnel are volunteers...concerned parents, teachers, and librarians who truly believe that reading is fundamental.   RIF places emphasis upon the "fun" of reading, to help children discover the magical world of books through such motivational activites as "Read a Book with a Buddy," "Reading Safari," and "Read Me A Story!" Oneonta RIF encourages the children of Oneonta to believe reading is fun, fundamental, and fantastic!