Friends Of The Library News Webpage 2007 - 2008 - 2009
Contact: Jill Knickerbocker, 773-1699
3474 East River Road, Grand Island, NY 14072
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Discarded Book Sale Announced - November 2009
A discarded book sale will be held on Friday, November 21 and Saturday, November 21, 2009 in the Community Room of the Grand Island Memorial Library. This sale is sponsored by the Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library and will provide a great opportunity to stock your bookshelves for your winter reading enjoyment. All the items are books discaded by the library. Many of these were multiple copies of popular books, and are in very good condition. The proceeds will be used to purchase new books and/or equipment for the library.
The sale hours are:
Friday, November 20 - 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Saturday November 21 - 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
You may fill a bag for $2.00 from 1:00 - 3:00 P.M.
If you'd like to help with the sale, please leave your name and phone number at the main desk of the library, 773-7124.
Historic Treasures Of Buffalo Is Friends of Library Annual Meeting Program - April 2009
"Learn about the historical treasures that we have in Buffalo."
The Friends of Grand Island Memorial Library will hold their annual meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 12 in the meeting room at the Library, 1715 Bedell Road.
Guest speaker will be Amy Pickard, supervisor of the Rare Book Room at Central Library in downtown Buffalo.
Ms. Pickard will offer a preview of the Alexander Hamilton traveling exhibit coming to Buffalo Central Library this spring.
She will feature items in the Rare Book Room Collection.
The Alexander Hamilton exhibit has been in forty cities since 2006 and will be in Buffalo from April 30 - June 12.
Friends Of Library Holds Successful Used Book Sale - 2009
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The Friends of Grand Island Memorial Library held its spring book sale on Friday and Saturday, March 27 and 28 in the meeting room at the library, 1715 Bedell Road. Shown are patrons finding bargains at the very popular bag sale held on Saturday from 1 - 3 PM when a bag of books cost only $2. Hundreds of books found new homes and a tidy sum was raised to support library programs such as Story Hour, The Big Read and Battle of the Books.
All of the books in the sale are donated and then sorted by members of the Friends organization all through the year. Volunteers handle all aspects of the sale including set up on Thursday night, sales and constant reorganization of the books on the tables throughout the sale and clean up on Saturday afternoon. Donations and sorting for the next sale (fall 2009) have already begun. Those with books to donate, may bring them anytime the library is open. The staff will be happy to accept any donations.
For those who missed the sale or who want to buy books between the twice annual used book sales, check out the Friends Book Cart near the check out desk at the library. There you will find an ongoing sale with gently used books at the great price of $1 for most hard covers and $.50 for most paperbacks. Special tags indicate prices different than these. Pay at the check out desk.
The book sales are the greatest recycling project on Grand Island and are possible because so many pitch in to help. The Friends would like to thank the residents of Grand Island for their ongoing support and the many volunteers who help make the sale a great success. Also a huge thank you to the library staff for their help every day.
Used Book Sale Announced - 2009
The Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library, 1715 Bedell Road, will hold a used book sale on Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the community room of the library.
There will be a bid table containing special items with bids accepted until 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. Winning bidders will be notified by telephone and they may pick up their books after receiving notification.
The sale will begin Friday at 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for members of the Friends. Individual memberships are $3.00 yearly and individual life memberships are $35, family memberships are $5 and $50 for life memberships. All memberships may be purchased at the door the first night of the sale.
Saturday's sale runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and admission is free. Between the hours of one and three, you may fill a bag with books for $2.00.
The Friends will be at the library on the following Saturdays: February 7, 14, 21 and 28, and March 7, 14 and 21 for anyone wishing to donate gently used books in excellent or next to new condition for the sale. Books may also be donated any time during regular library hours.
Those who would like to help with the sorting of donated books and available for an hour or so on any of the Saturdays mentioned, are asked to call the library. You will be working with a Friend and will be shown how the books are sorted.
Friends Of Library Thank Community - 2008
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On behalf of the Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library we would like to thank the many patrons who purchased books at our recent book sale. The fall book sale was a success once again thanks to the community donations and support! We would like to thank the volunteers who have dedicated their time to help. If you are interested in becoming a Friend of the Grand Island Memorial Library, you are welcome to contact the library at (716) 773-7124. There is always room for more volunteers - make it a family new year's resolution to give back to the community! There are applications available at the library for annual individual and family memberships. There are also Life memberships for individuals and families, where your name will be included on a plaque on the wall in the community room. Another great way to show that you care and make a difference in our library and community. It makes a fantastic gift for those who are hard to shop for this holiday season! From all of your Friends at the Grand Island Memorial Library - Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season!
Friends Of Library Annual Meeting - 2008
(left photo) Friends President Mary Cooke (left), retiring Friends Board of Director Gilbert Williams, B&EC Library Director Bridget Quinn-Carey, and Grand Island Memorial Library Director Lynn Kononvitz.
(right photo) Bridget Quinn-Carey and Mary Cooke
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The Friends of the Library Annual Meeting was held on May 29 in the meeting room at the Library on Bedell Road. A short business meeting featured election of two to two-year Board of Director positions: John Pax and Sandy Caffery. One board position remains open. Gilbert Williams was honored for 14 years of dedicated service as a board member in charge of sorting books and organizing book sorting. He was presented a gift certificate to Barnes and Noble Book Store and a Friends book bag.
Treasurer Scott Smith prepared a schedule for back room workers for the summer. Used books may be donated any time residents visit the library. Library patrons are reminded to be sure to check out the ongoing book sale on the cart near the checkout desk at the library. Sponsored by the Friends and stocked with donations from the community, this is the place to find great book bargains between the twice annual book sales held in April and November.
Guest speaker for the evening was Bridget Quinn-Carey, Director of the Buffalo and Erie County Library System, who gave a review of her first few months on the job and some initiatives she is pursuing. She was presented with a fresh flower bouquet and a Friends book bag.
Refreshments coordinated by Sandy Caffery and Marilynne Smith were served after the speaker.
Friends Of Library Book Sale Huge Success - 2008
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The Friends of Grand Island Memorial Library held a very successful Used Book Sale on Friday, April 11 and Saturday, April 12, 2008 in the Grand Island Memorial Library's meeting room. A crowd turned out to find many beautiful, “gently used” book, record, video and DVD treasures. All of the items in the sale were donated and the proceeds will be used to purchase new books and equipment for the library.
"Many thanks to all of the volunteers who make these sales possible," a spokesman for the Friends said this week. Those interested in joining the Friends of Grand Island Memorial Library will find membership forms available at the library. Individual memberships are $3 or life membership for $35; family memberships are $5 or life membership for $50. Donations of gently used items for the November 2008 Book Sale may be dropped off anytime the library is open.
Friends Of The Library Book Sale - 2008
The Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library located at 1715 Bedell Road, will hold a used book sale on Friday, April 11 and Saturday, April 12, 2008 in the community room of the library.
A bid table containing special items will be provided, with bids accepted until 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. Winning bidders will be notified by telephone and they may pick up their books after receiving notification.
The sale will be held on Friday at 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for members of the Friends. Individual memberships are $3.00 yearly and individual life memberships are $35, family memberships are $5 and $50 for life memberships. All memberships may be purchased at the door the first night of the sale.
Saturday's sale runs from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and admission is free. Between the hours of one and three, you may fill a bag with books for $2.00.
Anyone wishing to donate gently used books for the sale may do so any time during regular library hours.
The library is also pleased to announce the additional hours of Tuesday 10-9 and Friday 9-5 have been added to the regular hours now in effect.
Contact the Library, 773-7124, for more information.
Friends Of GI Memorial Library Present Book Discussion - "To Kill A Mockingbird" - 2008
The Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library
and local book club members cordially invite you to a community book discussion of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee on Tuesday, February 12, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Grand Island Memorial Library, Bedell Road.
Stop by the library soon to check out your copy of this classic book.
Refreshments will be served.
For additional information, come into the library or call 773-7124.
Friends Of The Library Book Sale - Nov. 2007
The Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library located at 1715 Bedell Road, will hold a used book sale on Friday, November 16 and Saturday, November 17, 2007 in the community room of the library.
There will be a bid table containing special items with bids accepted until 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. Winning bidders will be notified by telephone and they may pick up their books after receiving notification.
The sale will begin Friday at 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for members of the Friends. Individual memberships are $3 yearly and individual life memberships are $35, family memberships are $5 and $50 for life memberships. All memberships may be purchased at the door the first night of the sale.
Saturday's sale runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and admission is free. Between the hours of one and three, you may fill a bag with books for $2.
Book drops for anyone wishing to donate gently used books for the sale will be held at the library on November 3 and November 10. Books may also be donated any time during regular library hours.
For further information, contact the library at 773-7124.
Friends Of Grand Island Memorial Library Hold Discarded Library Book Sale - 2007
The Friends Of Grand Island Memorial Library will hold a discard library book sale on Friday, June 8 and Saturday, June 9 in the Community Room at the library, 1715 Bedell Road, Grand Island, NY.
The sale hours are 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., on Saturday, a bag may be filled for $2.
Friends Of GI Mem. Library Annual Meeting - 2007
The Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library will hold their Annual Meeting at the library at 7 p.m. Thursday,
May 17, 2007. Voting for the following candidates will take place during the meeting, and all the candidates are running unopposed:
OFFICERS FOR 2007-09
President Mary Cooke
Vice President Barbara Jarzab
Recording Secretary Betty Gorton
Corresponding Secretary Marilynne Smith
Treasurer Scott Smith
BOARD MEMBERS FOR 2007-09
Jill Banaszak
Debbie Stein (Membership)
Kim Cich
An informative program by a local writer (TBA) will be presented after the voting, and refreshments will be available, also. The public is invited, and this is a great opportunity to find out more about the Friends and
the Grand Island Memorial Library.
Volunteers Needed To Assist Friends Of Library Used Book Sale - March 2007
The Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library are putting out a call for volunteers to help with the set-up of the March 22-24, 2007 Used Book Sale taking place at the Grand Island Memorial Library. The schedule for help follows:
March 22 - set up 5-6 p.m.
March 23 - sale 5-7 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
March 24 - sale 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., 12-2 p.m., and 2-4 p.m. (includes cleanup)
Set up on Thursday at 5 p.m. and cleanup on Saturday at 3 p.m. require heavy lifting. Needed are men and teens to donate their "muscle' to this task.
"A successful sale depends on our volunteers," a spokesman for The Friends said this week. Those who would like to join the fun and donate your time, please call Marilynne Smith at 773-3207 to volunteer or for further information.
Huge Book Sale This Weekend Friends Of Library Used Book Sale - March 2007
The Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library will hold a used book sale on Friday, March 23, 2007 and Saturday, March 24 in the Community Room at the library, 1715 Bedell Road, Grand Island, NY. The sale hours are 5-7 p.m. Friday for Friends of the Library with paid $3.00 paid membership which may be purchased at the door, and 7-9 p.m. admission price is $1. Saturday the sale runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with fill a bag for $2 from 1-3 p.m. (See "Volunteers Needed" above)
Prior to the sale, used books may be donated to the library on designated book drop Saturdays:
February 17
March 3
March 10
March 17
If these dates aren't convenient, books may also be dropped off any time during regular library hours.
If you are interested in helping with the sale or becoming a "friend" of the library, call the library at 773-7124 and leave your name and number so one of the friends can get back to you.
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