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FOL Members
serve library needs
Authors night Jan. 23
The summer Family Reading Program with its variety of activities,
guests and opportunities for childen and families at the
Greenville Public Library and the four Authors Nights at Montage in
early 2014, were reason for the Friends of the Greenville Public
Library to celebrate its community support in helping the Library
promote literacy.
The many services and opportunities provided by the Library are an
asset to our Darke County community and FOL seeks to help by funding
programs that increase Library outreach. In 2014, the last annual
used book sale was held at PAWS in May, with members opting instead to
continue the on-going used book sale on the second floor of the
Library, west of the computer area. A wide variety of books, CDs
and DVDs are available for donations only. The funding from these
donations as well as member and corporate support enable the Friends of
the Library to continue funding for Library needs beyond its budget.
Volunteers Craig and Vickie Stickel and Dede Wissman stock the 2nd
floor used book shelves with current works as well as old favorites,
some from Library discards and some from citizens’ donations. These
donations are helping the Friends of the Greenville Library continue
its support of the Library and its community outreach programs.
On December 6, an outpouring of cookies and candies contributed by FOL
members were special treats for all those who visited the Annual
Library Open House. The biggest draw for the Open House, was a chance
to talk with and have free photos taken with Mr. and Mrs. Santa
Clause. Flute music by Nancy Jackson and violist Alex Vehre added
to the festive atmosphere. Beautiful free holiday bookmarks made
by FOL member Marilyn Robbins were an added plus for the event.
Many volunteers made this event possible for patrons and guests to view
the community gem that is our Greenville Public Library.
The first of the 2015 Authors Nights at Montage will feature author
John Scalzi, a nationally known sci fi writer, at 7 p.m. on Friday,
January 23. Local and regional authors will present at the February,
March and April Authors Nights. And as usual, guests will have
the opportunity to purchase good food, wine and beverages and enjoy
wonderful music before the events and during intermissions.
To the Friends of the Greenville Public Library, there can be no better
investment in our community’s future than promoting and assisting our
Library. FOL thanks all those individuals, families and
corporations that have so generously supported our Library in 2014 and
hope that support will continue in the year 2015.
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