It’s a New Year!

Dear Friends of APL,

As we prepare for another year of activities of fundraising and social gathering we can reflect the success of the previous year:

• Participation of the Auburn community in the book donations and outdoor book sales even in the heat was inspiring.

• The lobby book sales continue to be a-go to for deals of the day.

• We introduced our mission by our presence at Zip Trip in Auburn.

• Participation in the craft show at North American Martyrs Church with a generous donation from the Arcade Candy company

• Hosted a lecture of a Revolutionary War tour of Worcester, sponsored by the Auburn Cultural Council

• Held a wonderful Holiday get together!

Our plans for 2023 are for more of these functions, especially membership and donations.

Mark your January calendar for two important dates. On Tuesday January 10th at 5:30 for a meeting at the library. Our first 'indoor 'book sale' will be held on January 21st from 10 to 12:30.

Hoping for your continued support.

Happy New Year!

Linda

Holiday Meet-n-Greet Planned

There will be no meeting of the Friends in December. However there will be a social meeting for all members and volunteers who made our first full year of organization such a success.

We invite anyone interested in the work of the Friends. December is the time to renew or become a member for 2023.you will have the opportunity to do this at our meet and greet on Thursday December 15th from 6pm to 8pm to be held in the Hex room of the Pakachoag Church on 203 Pakachoag Street in Auburn. You are invited to bring a sweet or savory. Coffee will be provided or you can Bring Your Own Beverage. Please RSVP if you are attending the event at friendsofauburnplibrary@gmail.com

This is such a busy time for everyone but we would love to share a few hours to get to know you and share some ideas for the future.

Merry Christmas!

Linda

November is off to a great start

Thanks to all who stopped by our craft table at North American Martyrs Church and not only supported our fundraising effort but showed interest in becoming a member of the organization.

There is high interest in our upcoming program on Thursday, November 17th at 6:30 in the library. Bob Stacy of the Salisbury Mansion will give a sidewalk view of Revolutionary War Worcester. This program is sponsored by the Auburn Cultural Council which is supported by the Mass. Cultural council. I invite history lovers to join us. RSVP to friendsofauburnplibrary@gmail.com.

There is a meeting of the Friends on Monday November 21st at 5:30 in the library. I know this is Thanksgiving week but our goal is to kickoff membership enrollment for 2023 in December.

Lastly, a huge thank you to all members and volunteers who made this year possible and successful. There is more to come!

Thank you,

Linda

November Plans…

November is a busy month for everyone and the Friends can offer an opportunity to enjoy the season and get to know us as more than book sellers. On Saturday November 5th the Friends will have a table at the Craft show at North American Martyrs Church. Come by and lend your support.

We are pleased to sponsor a talk by Bob Stacy of The Salisbury Mansion who will lead us through Revolutionary War Worcester on Thursday November 17th at 6:30. History lovers will enjoy this. Please register on the Friends website.

A meeting of the Friends will be held on Monday November 21st at 5:30. All are invited to join us as we prepare for future events. Hope to see you there.

We are looking for a volunteer with IT experience to help us on occasion. Please respond on this site or come to the meeting. It is greatly appreciated.

Mark your calendar with these important dates.

Thank you,

Linda

October is here

…and The Friends are looking forward to a busy month.

There are two donation days for the month, Friday October 7 from 3pm to 5:30pm and Saturday October 8th from 10am to 12:30pm. Please come to the rear of the library at the garage.

Also, a meeting will be held on Monday October 17th at 5:30 in the library. All are welcome.

The week of October 16th to the 22nd is National Friends of Libraries Week. Help support the work of the Friends by supporting book sales in the lobby of the library and/or become a member for a yearly membership of $20 payable to Friends of the Auburn Public Library.

Thank you to all who support us and volunteer valuable time to the organization.

Thank you,

Linda