The Friends of A.K. Smiley Public Library Board of Directors are looking for people who love books, libraries and want to give back to their community through becoming a member of the board.
“This a challenging time for the A.K. Smiley Public Library with the library closure and new budget challenges. I know that when people drop off books in the Friends donation chest they perhaps don’t realize the importance of those donations to the operation of the library. The sale of these donations enable the Friends to provide about $90,000 annually to augment book collections, support The Summer Reading Program and other youth services and Adult Literacy,” said Les Kong, President of the Friends. “We hope to expand our board as we look for creative ways to continue to provide support. The board of directors will be working with the library on safe ways to sort and store donated materials. We will also be planning for customer and volunteer safety at our bookstore, silent auctions, and special sales.”
Board members meet once a month at the library for approximately two hours. Most members also volunteer some time in support of the Friends book sales, sorting, or adult literacy.
Potential board members will be interviewed by a small committee. Interviews may take place via video conference or in person once the library is open.
If you are interested in joining the board or have questions please email Rebecca McCurdy at info@friendsofsmileylibrary.org.
The Friends of A.K. Smiley Public Library is a registered non-profit 501 (c)(3) that raises funds through the sale of donated books, vinyl, CD’s and other digital media.
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