(1995-2020)
Purpose & Accomplishments
Purpose: The Friends believe the East Longmeadow Public Library is a vital literary, cultural and social center of our community. We help educate the public about library issues and promote good-will. Our organization is committed to financially supporting the East Longmeadow Public Library so that it can offer outstanding activities and programs to individuals of all ages.
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Accomplishments: We are proud to bring you tried-and-true events and are open to learn and participate in any new endeavors. Thanks to the support of the membership dues, year-round fundraisers, donations, and the sale of Friends' merchandise, the Friends have been able to supplement the library's operating budget. Take a look at some of the outcome of our efforts:
* Museum Passes . . .
* Summer Reading Program
* Story Times
* Orion Starblast Telescope . . .
* Podium for Guest Speakers
* Canopy Tent - Outdoor Activities
* BookPage monthly magazine
* Playaway Launchpads Tablets-Children
* Nintendo Switch, Controllers, Video
* Computer & Movie Licenses
* Computers, tables & software-Teen Department
* Kindles and eBooks
* Arts & Crafts Kits "To Go!"
* Popcorn Machine - Movie Matinees
Enhancements:
* Community Room
1. Stacking Chairs and Flip-top Tables
2. Linoleum Flooring
3. New AV System
* Mobile AV System
* New Carpeting throughout the building
* New Furniture in Teen Department