You are invited to an open meeting on Thursday, June 27th at 5pm in the Monett Library Community Room.
WHO ARE THE FRIENDS?
The Friends of the Monett Library is a non-profit, tax-deductible organization that provides financial support for the Monett Branch Library. The Friends’ purpose is to foster a positive relationship between the library and the community.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
Become a member! The Friends urge you to join their efforts to support a library system that is responsive to the needs of the residents of Barry and Lawrence Counties. Volunteer your time! The Friends are looking for volunteers to assist with a variety of items including fundraising and library events.
WHY JOIN FRIENDS?
• Support your local community.
• Support a lifelong love of reading.
• Support the growth of your library.
• Support reading and literacy programming.
WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR DONATIONS?
Donations are used to provide extra materials and equipment not covered in the library system’s budget. They are also used to sponsor various children’s, teen, and adult programming.
YOUR LIBRARY OFFERS YOU...
• Best-seller books
• Wide selection of teen and children’s books
• DVD’s and Recorded Books
• E-books, audiobooks, e-magazines, & video
• Computers & Internet including Wi-Fi
• Storytime activities
• Programming for children, teens, and adults
• Summer reading program
• Public meeting room
• Copy and fax machines
• Friendly Staff
• And Much, Much, More!
Top Ten Reasons You Should Join the Friends of the Library:
10. Meet other library lovers
9. Volunteer opportunities
8. Support reading and literacy programs
7. Help the library buy books & materials
6. Respond quickly to the unique needs of the library and community
5. Enjoy the great feeling you get from helping your library
4. Meet and mix with other Friends
3. Help build a literate, informed, and fulfilled community
2. Tax-deductible contributions
1. You LOVE THE LIBRARY!
TO JOIN THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
COME TO THE MEETING ON June 27th at 5pm in the Monett Library Community Room
or
Contact the Monett Library:
2200 Park Street · Monett, MO 65708
Phone: 417-235-7350 / Fax: 417-319-2391
E-Mail: monett@blrlibrary.org
