The Friends of the Library Visits Hyde Park!
The Friends toured the F.D.R. National Historic Site in Hyde Park including Springwood (F.D.R.’s home), Val-Kill (Eleanor’s cottage), the Presidential Library and museum. A group lunch at the Culinary Institute nearby rounded out the day.
New Perks for Being (or Becoming) a Friends Member!
1) Customized Searches: If a Friend is looking for a particular book, we’ll do an ongoing search for them, notify them if their book comes in. It’s done by filling out a form. 2) Sign-up or renewal special: We’ll take 20% off at the register on their 1st purchase when they sign-up or renew their…
Welcoming a New Book Shop Volunteer
John Beisler, Board member of the Friends of the Library welcomes Angelo Giannettino, new volunteer at the Friends Book Shop.
Book Shop Sign Reveal
The Friends of the Library unveil new Book Shop sign. From left- Jeff Budge, Book Shop manager; Pat Ritzert, President; John Beisler, Board member and Gwen Ivins, graphic designer who created the logo. It was manufactured by Adirondack Sign Co.
The Friends’ Marie Morrison Outreach Program
Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library participated in Saratoga County Kids Care Club’s 2015 BookShare service project. Their Club’s members collected over 3,500 gently used and new books for its 2015 project in honor of Dr. Seuss. Through The Friends’ Marie Morrison Outreach Program, we donated childrens books to their worthy cause.
New Sign Outside the Friends Bookshop!
The Friends new logo appears on our new sign outside the Friends Book Shop. Stop by and see for yourself. Over-heard library staff saying “…. I love it. A horse reading a book!” You can’t get more Saratoga than that. Our new logo is courtesy of Gwen Ivins, who donated her time and talents to…