Friends of The McHenry Public Library

The Friends are hosting a used paperback book sale during the Fiesta Days Sidewalk Sales on Sat. July 17 on Green Street. Future book sale dates are October 23 & 24 in the library warehouse. Book donations are being accepted at the checkout desk.

About the Friends

The Friends of the McHenry Public Library is a non-profit organization whose members are interested in promoting the welfare and growth of the library, in enriching its resources and in making its services better known. The Friends provide support for the library through volunteer service, fund-raising and program promotion.

The Friends board and members generally meet at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month in the library's Meeting Room. All potential members are welcome to attend. Volunteer opportunities include: book sales, book sorting, special speakers, children's programs, adult programs drive, membership, newsletter/publicity, special events and organizing bus tours.

Anyone interested in serving on a Friends committee or volunteering on a Friends project should leave a message for us at the library's Circulation Desk or call Bill Edminster at 815-385-0036. You can also e-mail us by clicking Friends of the Library.

Officers: Gayle Miller, President; Carie Tilling, Vice President; Teri Jones, Secretary; Judy Moore, Treasurer.

Activities

The Friends host several fund-raising events each year such as used book sales, and they participate in the annual Summer Reading Club kick-off. They also offer used books for sale at the library on an ongoing basis.

Membership Benefits

In addition to the satisfaction of nurturing the library, Friends members enjoy these special benefits:

The chance to contribute to the growth and well-being of our community;
A place to have fun and socialize with others who value the library's contributions to our lives;

How to Join

Simply pick up and complete an application form at the library's Circulation Desk and return it with your dues payment. Your renewable membership is good for one calendar year as indicated on the membership card.

Accomplishments

Funds raised by the Friends help the library to grow by purchasing items not covered in the library's regular budget, and by sponsoring programs and special celebrations. Recent gifts include:

New service desk
Plasma screen for lobby announcements
Annual movie license
Inventory security system
Summer reading incentives
Sponsor Girls Read and Guys Read book groups

The Friends have accomplished a great deal since the group was formed many years ago. Please consider joining the Friends in their efforts.