Community support is reflected in the programs and contributions of the Friends of the Library (FOL). FOL programs also support the library's role as community center. Every year, FOL provides much-needed funds for equipment, books and services to the library.
Proceeds from FOL fund-raising have supported the library with the purchase of computers, audio/visual equipment, CDs, DVDs, a lighted outdoor sign, and most recently, a fancy new welcome mat for the library's main entrance. Friends programs include a raffle, Books Alive!, English Tea, and a members outing.
Books Alive! is a monthly meeting which combines book reviews, exchanging of ideas, and book discussion in an informal atmosphere. Light refreshments are served, and the meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 P.M. in the library's Meeting Room. All are welcome! Share your passion for good books, and hear from others about their recommendations.
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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOARD
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Jay Walker |
Vice President |
Lien Groenwold |
Secretary |
Bob Lindsey |
Treasurer |
Judy Burgess |
Publicity |
Bob Lindsey |
Ways and Means |
Lien Groenwold |
Books Alive |
Earline Walker |
Hospitality |
Ginny Estell |
Membership |
Eve Jordan |
Newsletter |
Rita Johnson |
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FOL PROJECTS FOR THE LIBRARY
FOL purchased this door mat
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Books Alive! is held the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm in the meeting room of the Library. Admission is free and refreshments are served. For more information call Earline Walker at 804-529-9362
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SUPER RAFFLE LAUNCH
Friends Launches 2010 Super Raffle
A 12-foot kayak and a full-featured camcorder head the list of prizes for the 2010 Super Raffle to be launched at the April 17 Tavern Farmers Market in Heathsville by the Friends of the Northumberland Library.
Among the unusual prizes this year is Buzzie the Clown, aka Greta Ward. Billed as a Grandparent’s Surprise (for obvious reasons) Buzzie will appear at a children’s party locally for a one-hour performance. Of course, adults could have a party with Buzzie, as well. Ward also owns Buzzie’s Place clothing and gift shop in Heathsville.
A hand-crafted sycamore/walnut bowl signed and donated by local artist Sydney Mace is another unusual prize. So too is the unique hand-quilted 45-in. by 45-in.wall hanging donated by Friends of the Library board member Betty Turner.
For anglers there’s a Penn Mariner fishing rod and Penn model 309 reel donated by R.W.’s Sport Shop in Callao. Returning favorites from last year include a heavy duty rain barrel, a Jazzercise gift certificate from Marcia Leddy, and a dog owner’s package. This year the dog package includes a grooming by Doggy Do and a six-month package of Top Spot Plus medication from Heathsville Animal Hospital.
Anyone wanting to go antique hunting might want to win the prize that includes discounts at local shops.
“We always hope to attract as many people as possible to buy raffle tickets and support the library,” said Friends President Jay Walker. “Thanks to the support we get, Friends has gifted $10,000 to the library for three consecutive years.”
Ticket prices remain the same: $1 each or six for $5. Winners will be picked during the Raffle Drawing/Silent Auction party at the library on Sunday, November 14.
A one-hour performance at a local party by Buzzie the Clown
is one of the unusual prizes for the 2010 Super Raffle sponsored
by the Friends of the Northumberland Library.