The Friends of Galena Public Library, Inc.


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Who are the Friends? 

The Friends of Galena Public Library is a non-profit, independent organization established February 4, 1994 to: 

  • Maintain an association of persons interested in libraries

  • Stimulate the use of the library’s resources and services

  • Encourage and receive gifts and memorials

  • Support and cooperate with the library in developing library services and facilities for the community

  • Support the Freedom to Read as expressed in the American Library Association Bill of Rights.

Friends’ Board of Directors

Jane Yoder, President

Frania Watrous, Vice President

Bernadette Spurr, Secretary

Lauri Petersburg, Treasurer

Mary Nelson, Corresponding Secretary

Cathie Elsbree, Hospitality

Linda Lynn, Membership

Liz Larson, Publicity

Alice Maffit and Donna Davis, 2013 Pre-Owned Book Sale Co-Chairs

Susi Ludwig-Ruppert, Library Director

 

Activities and Achievements of the Friends

  • Pre-owned Book Sale Event

  • Galena Public Library Book Sale Corner

  • Books for Babies Program

  • Funding Assistance for the Purchase of Special Equipment and Services

  • Hospitality services for special Library events

Volunteer Opportunities in the Friends

  • Pre-Owned Book Sale Event

  • Desserts & Baked Goods

  • Books for Babies  

  • Serve on Friends' Board

  • Assist in Library Programs