The Friends of the Rouses Point Dodge Memorial Library works to focus public attention on the library; stimulate use of library resources and services; and receive and encourage library gifts, endowments, and bequests. The Friends of the Library sponsors the Rouses Point Farmers Market and staff a book sale table at the market held on the Library lawn during the summer months. Other activities sponsored by the Friends of the Library include: funding the Take A Bite Out of Books school literacy program; sponsoring local author talks and appearances; staffing a large book sale in June; and cooperating with the Library Board of Trustees and staff to develop services, programs and facilities for the Rouses Point community.
The Friends of the Library is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
GOVERNANCE
The Friends of the Library is governed by a Board of Directors which meets the last Tuesday of the month from 6-7 p.m. at the Library. The Board meetings are open to the public.
MEMBERSHIP
The Friends of the Library welcomes new members at any time. If you are interested in joining the Friends of the Library or helping with a specific project, contact Susan Sullivan, current Friends of the Library Board President, at clerk@rousespointny.com.
The Friends of the Library is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Its funds are used to enrich the Library’s collections and programs through the acquisition of equipment, technology, new books and related materials, and for supporting special programs, exhibits, and community events.
DONATIONS
If you wish to make a monetary donation, please make checks payable to Friends of the Rouses Point Dodge Memorial Library. If you are interested in arranging a library bequest or endowment, please contact the Library at library@rousespointny.com. Thank you for your support!