Friends of the Eldredge Public Library

TIDINGS

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Chatham, MA

"Connecting Chatham to the World"

Fall 2015

Get ready to face the sea: Our next "One Book, One Town" event begins in October!

We will be reading The Finest Hours: the True Story of the U.S. Coast Guard's Most Daring Sea Rescue, by Michael J. Tougias and Casey Sherman, and the authors' adaptation for young readers.

In the early hours of Monday, February 18, 1952 as a brutal storm whipped up gigantic waves, two oil tankers, the Pendleton and the Fort Mercer split in two, leaving dozens of men in peril off the coast of Chatham.

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IN THIS ISSUE

Upcoming Programs

Friends Message

Transitions

Membership in Full Swing

Raffle Update

In Memoriam

Staff Profile

QUICK LINKS

Library Book Discussion Groups

Volunteer Opportunities

Library Writers & Memoir Groups

Let us Count you as a Friend!

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The Friends support and enhance the Library's role in Chatham by allowing the library to offer services beyond it's operating budget and help ensure the EPL's continued excellence.

Join the Friends Today!

Donate to the Library Annual Fund

and help support the

Library Operating Budget!

Upcoming Programs

Thursday, September3 at 7:00 pm

Bernard Cornwell

Tuesday, September 15 at 7:00 pm

Lung Cancer Screening with Dr. Viscomi

Thursday, September 24 from 6:00-8:00 pm

Voices of Poetry with four poets and musician Kathleen Healy

Saturday, October 3

at 2:00 pm

Pre-Colonial History of Cape Cod with Archaeologist Daniel Zoto

Year End Update from the Friends by Beth Holden, FEPL

President

During fiscal 2015 the Friends contributions to the Library totaled over $48,000. These funds were raised by our annual membership drive, other contributions including memorial gifts, revenue from our book sale, grants and other fundraisers, like our popular summer raffle.

The Friends like to say we provide the "icing on the cake," making available things that are above and beyond the library's capability. One such icing was the renovation of the staff office at the library - much deserved, and appreciated, by our wonderful staff at Eldredge Library.

Another upgrade at the library will be the installation of a new AV system in the Forgeron Room. Thanks to the funds donated by friends and family of Jeanette and Lin Pease, the new system should be in place by the start of the fall learning series.

The results of our Chatham by the Sea Summer Raffle will give a big boost to enable the Friends to continue our 36 year commitment to the library.

Transitions by Phyllis Freeman, Trustee President

It has been an honor and Phyllis Freeman

privilege for me to serve on the Board of Trustees of the Eldredge Public Library for the past ten years, and the last two as President. Term limits are a good thing and my term is ending as this Tidings appears in your email.

The new President of the Board of Trustees is Joe Gagliano. The Library is in very good hands.

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Membership Drive in Full Swing by Sherry Hesch, Friends' Membership Chair

The success of the 2015-2016 Friends of the Eldredge Public Library membership drive relies on the support of both returning and new members. If you have not already done so, please renew your Friends membership or join us as a new Friend. Your donation will contribute to the financial support so essential to sustaining the excellence of our Eldredge Library. Your participation helps maintain and expand our supported programs, reaching all ages and aimed at both seasonal and year-round patrons of the library. Please log on to www.eldredgelibrary.org, select "Donate" and "Friends Membership" and complete the on-line form.

Sherry Hesch and Carol Geary announce the winners.

Raffle Winners Announced at Books in Bloom by Carol Garey, Ways and Means Chairman

The culmination of the bi-annual raffle sponsored by the Friends of Eldredge Public Library was held at "Books in Bloom" on Saturday, August 22.

Peter Rabbit display by

Nancy Jones

It was the first time the raffle party was held in the library and included a wonderful new event. "Books in Bloom" featured floral interpretations of a favorite book by 12 of our local gardeners.

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Enjoying the Night!

In Memory of Holly Whiting

The Eldredge Public Library has lost a good Friend. We are saddened to report the passing of Holly Whiting, long time member of the Friends' Board, and Editor of Tidings for many years.

Holly was the recipient of the Friends' Esprit Award in 2010. This quotation from her presentation says it all.

"As Editor of Tidings, her contribution to the Friends is invaluable. She exemplifies the true spirit and dedication of a Friend. In addition, she has been an ardent, driving force for the popular annual "Chatham Reads Poetry" program."

Thank you Holly, for being our Friend. We remember your warmth and good cheer, and your many contributions to the Library. We will miss you.

by Phyllis Freeman

Staff Profile by Beth Holden

Laurie Woodfin was a volunteer for two years at the

Eldredge Library, and a year ago became a part time employee. Before retirement she was an elementary school librarian in Southboro, MA. In her free time, Laurie enjoys gardening, and reading.
Thanks to Laurie and all the EPL staff members who help to make the library one of the best in Massachusetts.

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