Friends of the Library Newsletter: Q1 2017

President's Message:

Each year the Friends of the Granite Bay Library look for ways to engage our local community in activities to make our library not just survive but thrive. Our goal is to continue to focus on making the library a community center that provides valuable resources.

Last year we had 4 fundraising events generating over $14,000. We sponsored the popular "Young Authors Showcase" event highlighting the talent of our local K-3 rd graders, we celebrated "Read across America" that was kicked off with a community party to celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday and we provided a number of topical programs that were free to the community...

Annual Giving Book Drive was a Success with 122 New Books for the Library!

Thanks to you, our patrons, the Annual Giving Book Drive, held Nov. 27 through Jan. 31, was a grand success once again. Together, we raised over $2,400 toward new books for the Granite Bay Library. Your generosity enables us to purchase 122 brand new adult, teen and children's books for the Granite Bay Library for everyone to enjoy...

Big Day of Giving

On May 4th 2017, our region will come together for the 4th Annual Big Day of Giving! It's a 24 hour online giving challenge to help raise funds and awareness for our local nonprofits.

And the Winner Is ... Granite Bay Library Branch Manager Tony Carmack Is Part of Selection Committee for Prestigious Newbery Medal

Not too many people can say they've read 800 books in one year, but for Tony Carmack, reading so much is all in a day's work...

You Are Invited ... Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration / Read Across America, March 4

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DR. SEUSS! You are invited to celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday on Saturday, March 4 th from 1-3pm at the Granite Bay Library. Stop by for a piece of yummy cake and some super fun crafts. This event is free and the whole family is welcome!

Book Sales

Did you know that the Friends of the Granite Bay Library hosts a perpetual book sale in the lobby of the library during library hours? We have tons of treasures, from the latest and greatest to antiquarian and kids' books...

Young Authors Showcase

For almost 20 years, The Friends of the Granite Bay Library has been hosting our annual Young Authors Showcase at the Granite Bay Library. This year's event will take place in April, and we will celebrate the accomplishments of young writers in kindergarten through 3 rd grade...

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