Friends of the Oregon Public Library District

WHAT ARE FRIENDS FOR?

The Friends of the Oregon Public Library District is a volunteer, non-profit organization. Through free public programs, fundraising and volunteer work, these Friends make a real difference in our community!

The Friends meet quarterly to plan activities to benefit the library and enjoy the company of other library enthusiasts.

Two annual fundraisers, a book sale during Autumn on Parade and a Holiday Cookie Sale, allow the group to purchase items for the library; and to sponsor local authors, lecture series and other educational and recreational programs for all ages at the library.

WHAT FRIENDS HAVE DONE!

• Purchased computer for library
• Purchased fax machine for library
• Contributed $9,578 to library building fund
• Funded youth activities
• Provided magnets
• Donated to the celebration of Taft's The Blind
• Deliver books to Oregon Health Care Center
• Sponsor author and lecture series
• Manage used book cart
• Volunteer to cover books and shelf read
• Repaired antique clock

FRIENDS MAKE A DIFFERENCE - HOW CAN I JOIN?

Joining is easy! Simply provide the library with your name and contact information along with a check as follows:

________ Individual ($5)
________ Family ($10)
________ Patron ($20)
________ Corporate ($50)