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Friends of The McHenry Public Library
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Your Calendars! Friends
$4/bag Fall Book Sale!
When: Sat. & Sun.
October 24 (9-5) & 25 (12-4).
Where: In the library's
warehouse towards rear of building.
Thousands of books, CDs, movies,
games, puzzles and more -- all for $4 per bag both days!
About the Friends
The Friends of the McHenry Public Library is a non-profit organization whose
members are interested in promoting the welfare and growth of the library, in
enriching its resources and in making its services better known. The Friends
provide support for the library through volunteer service, fund-raising and
program promotion.
The Friends board and members generally meet at 7 p.m. on the third
Thursday of the month in the library's Meeting Room. All potential members are
welcome to attend. Volunteer opportunities include: book sales, book sorting,
special speakers, children's programs, adult programs drive, membership,
newsletter/publicity, special events and organizing bus tours.
Anyone interested in serving on a Friends committee or volunteering on a
Friends project should leave a message for us at the library's Circulation Desk
or call Bill Edminster at 815-385-0036. You can also e-mail us at friends@mchenrylibrary.org.
Officers: Gayle Miller, President; Carie
Tilling, Vice President; Suzanne Warren, Secretary; Judy Moore, Treasurer.
Activities
The Friends host several fund-raising events each year such as used book
sales, and they participate in the annual Summer Reading Club kick-off. They also offer
used books for sale at the library on an ongoing basis.
Membership Benefits
In addition to the satisfaction of nurturing the library, Friends members
enjoy these special benefits:
- The chance to contribute to the growth and well-being of our community;
- A place to have fun and socialize with others who value the library's
contributions to our lives;
How to Join
Simply pick up and complete an application form at the library's Circulation
Desk and return it with your dues payment. Your renewable membership is good for
one calendar year as indicated on the membership card.
Accomplishments
Funds raised by the Friends help the library to grow by purchasing items not
covered in the library's regular budget, and by sponsoring programs and special
celebrations. Recent gifts include:
- Plasma screen for lobby announcements
- Annual Movie License
- Outdoor promotion sign
- Inventory security system
- Children's summer reading club prizes
- Book return drop boxes
- Sponsor Girls Read and Guys Read book groups
The Friends have accomplished a great deal since the group was formed many
years ago. Please consider joining the Friends in their efforts.
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