Friends of the Library
Who are we:
The Friends of the Jackson County Public Library is a local non-profit organization dedicated to promoting our library as an essential institution of society. Our focus is on raising funds to help provide for materials and activities on behalf of the Library, its patrons, and the community. The Board of Directors meets 6 times yearly to oversee the Book Cellar, Book Nook, review funding requests, and prepare for the Annual meeting.
Board members:
President: Roberta Sabine
Vice-President: Nancy Kent
Treasury: Billie Richardson
Secretary: Lori McDonald
Directors-at-large: Teddi Ashcraft
Polly Berent
Joyce Fouts
Cecily Noelker
Why should you join:
We believe the Public Library is one of our community’s greatest assets. The Friends seek to maintain and enhance the library services offered to the citizens of Jackson County. We need your support. Annual individual membership start at as little as $5 per year.
Where our funds come from:
Money is raised through membership dues, Oktoberfest parking, book sales and donations which help to fund adult, teen and children’s programs and other library projects.
How to become a Friend:
Application forms are located at any Jackson County Public Library location and at Book Cellar sales.
Annual membership fees:
_____ $ 5 Individual
_____ $ 10 Family
_____ $ 25 Contributing
_____ $ 50 Benefactor
Benefits of being a Friend:
-You will be placed on the Browse mailing list
-Receive a Bonus Buck good for one free book in the Book Cellar
-Have the opportunity to vote at the annual meeting
-Enjoy access to “Friends only” book sales
-Be placed on the Friends e-mail list to receive upcoming Book Sale dates
-Take pleasure in knowing you help spread the joy of reading and enhancing the
library experience
Recent funds went to support
Programs:
Puppet show for National Children’s Book Week
Gingerbread craft program
Riverview Cemetery Walking Tour
Living History Museum: Germans in America during WWII
Kyle Ward’s History program
Scooby Doo costume & refreshments for Summer Reading Program
Personal Safety Unlimited Program
Purchases:
Poster & bookmarks for Teen Read Week and Children’s Book Week
Merchandising cart mobile display for program materials
Mums & balsam Christmas wreaths for Seymour and branches
Service pins for five staff members
150 Nursery Rhymes, Songs & Fingerplays booklets from PLA
ALA’s Read CD box set
New library hours magnets for Crothersville & Medora
National Library Week promotional giveaways and prizes
Gift Certificate for Spot the Dog drawing
Outdoor replacement sign for Crothersville
Chamber Certifichecks for National Library Worker’s Day
Funds were also given towards:
$2,250.00 to library endowment at Community Foundation of Jackson County
Volunteer Opportunities:
There are many opportunities for members to become actively involved with the Friends. Volunteering offers a fun and rewarding way to support our activities and meet other people with similar interests.
If you can only spare a few hours at a time, we can use your help to
*sort books for the book sales
*staff book sales
*help with stocking the Book Nook
*post flyers announcing book sales
If you have more time, consider joining the Board of Directors. The Board meets 6 times yearly to oversee the Book Cellar, Book Nook, review funding requests, and prepare for the Annual meeting. (Board members must be members of the Friends)
Our volunteer schedules are flexible and designed to fit into a busy calendar.
For more information, please leave a message for the Friends at the Library or email S7A4B2INE@aol.com
2008 Book Cellar Sale Dates
Sales are from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. unless noted
Jan. 5
Feb. 2
Mar. 1
Apr. 5
May 2, 3 & 4 - Big Book Sale*
June 7
July 12
Aug. 2
Sept. 13
Oct. 11
Nov. 7, 8 & 9 - Big Book Sale*
Dec. 6
*Big Book Sale hours are:
Friday 4:00 – 5:30 P.M.
Saturday 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
Sunday 2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.
Browse the Friends’ Book Nook during Library hours. Pricing is posted with payment on the honor system. New books are added weekly.
The Friends welcome the donation of used materials. Books, audiobooks, videotapes, DVD’s and other items may be dropped off at the Jackson County Public Library during regular business hours. Those wishing to donate should inquire at the checkout desk.
Comments and suggestions are welcome
Write to the:
Friends of the Library
Jackson County Public Library
303 West Second Street
Seymour, Indiana 47274