The Friends of John
Marshall Library is an organization of involved
community volunteers who support the vital work of our
neighborhood library. We are dedicated to ensuring that
the needs of the library and the public it serves are
met through financial contributions and support. As
a Friend of John Marshall, members continue to use the
services and resources of the library by providing a
small contribution that recognizes the importance of
the library to its patrons.
To become a Friend of John Marshall
Library, please complete this online
form.
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The mission of the Friends of John Marshall Library is to work with the library staff to improve and support the programs, resources and activities available to its patrons. We are committed to maintaining a high quality of services and programs for adults and children.
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| Accomplishments: |
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Family Programs—programs
enjoyed by all ages on a variety of topics
which delight and inform attendees.
- Dedication and maintenance
of courtyard garden—a beautiful garden enjoyed
by the community which graces the entrance
and provides a quiet gathering place.
- Public speakers on timely
community issues—the annual Friends program
features speakers on topics of interest to
adults.
- Volunteer appreciation—library volunteers are honored for the service they perform for the library and community.
- Partial support of the
periodical collection—subscriptions which
enhance periodical access for patrons of the
library.
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| Membership: |
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Membership requests and applications can be made at any time throughout the year. Membership dues for the Friends are renewed annually.
Your tax deductible contribution not only provides funds for various programs, but also provides much needed supplemental monies for our public library. Funds are used to purchase needed equipment and for physical interior and exterior improvements.
Individual $ 10.00
Family 25.00
Sustaining 35.00
Community Organization 50.00
Business Organization 75.00
Sponsorship 200.00
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| Meeting
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Meetings of the Friends Board are held quarterly. There is an annual meeting of all Friends of John Marshall usually held in April on a date to be announced.
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| Book
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The book sale is ongoing and available all hours the library is open.
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Donation Process: |
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The Friends of John Marshall Library accept books in good condition with the exception of textbooks, technical manuals, annual reports, Reader's Digest Condensed books and encyclopedias more than 10 years old. Only current magazines (no older than one year) and in good condition are accepted.
A receipt will be given for
donated items which will list the number of items
in broad categories. No valuation is placed on
the items.
General
information on donations of books.
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Friends Officers: |
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Coordinator: Renee O'Brien
Assistant Coordinator: Christine Heiby
Secretary: Ted Jonas
Treasurer: Ken Clare
Director: Margot Gee, Newsletter Editor
To become
a Friend of John Marshall Library,
please complete this online
form.
Other
Friends groups.
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