Friends of the Library
The new officers of the Friends of Library.
We are excited to share our love of the library and looking for new members to join us.
Proceeds from our sales always go to benefit the programs and services of the Cary Memorial Library.
Friends of the Library News
In past years The Friends of the Library participated in events such as the Christmas Craft Fair table, December Bake Sale and Boutique, Pie Sale, Easter Candy/Bake Sale, Lobster Lunch and festival, and raffle ticket sales, all to support our very special library.
Through our fund-raising efforts we were able to generously contribute toward the purchase of books, DVD’s, audio books, and magazines. We also supported “kids’ programs”, the summer intern, and Williams house renovations. Through our Books for Babies program, Bev Petell has visited and given books to new babies in town.
The Friends of the Cary memorial Library (FOL), a volunteer group, was organized in the 1980’s and is open to all. FOL welcomes new members and new ideas. Our Mission is to augment the library’s operating budget and enrich its offerings. The FOL supports:
- Purchase of books, magazines, movies, books on CD
- Free library e-books
- Children’s programming
- Cultural events
- Extended summer hours
- Summer intern salary
- Poetry evenings
On-Going Activities
The Friends of the Library are selling picturesque perfect playing cards
There are two sets; one shows a winter view of the Mill Stream, and the other a summer view of the Androscoggin Yacht Club. The cards are priced at $6.00 per deck or two decks for $10.00. If you would like some mailed, call or email (jadelberg@cary-memorial.lib.me.us) your request.
When a baby is born in our community, the parents receive a board book for their newborn and information on the Cary Memorial Library. The coordinator for this program is Bev Petell who has reported that 10 baby books were distributed this past year. Please let the library know of any recent births in town.
