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The Art Committee of the Friends of the Anacortes Public Library presents an exhibit of works by local artists, in the Friends Community Meeting Room. The artists are Donald Caldwell, Stephen Cheng, Anne Elkins, Kathleen Faulkner, Audrey Garbacik, Jan Hodgman, Jazz Morgan, Marcia Neu, Cynthia Richardson, Aimee Rudge, and Marcel Schwarb, and Gary R. Smith. The artworks in the exhibition are for sale and each sale will benefit the Friends of the Library. Public viewing hours: 1:00-2:00pm; in January, 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 2nd & 4th Saturdays; in February and March, 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 2nd & 4th Saturdays, or during any Community Room public event.
The Friends of the Anacortes Public Library held their annual meeting on November 14. At that meeting, the Friends ratified a new set of bylaws which change the governance style of the organization, reviewed 2020 budgetary questions, and elected the Board of Directors. The new bylaws are here on this website. Biographies of the new Directors are here. Following the Annual Meeting, the new Directors met and elected Linda Falken as President, Patrick Gallagher as Vice-President, Megan Taylor as Secretary, and Hal Rooks as Treasurer. Kay O'Connell is serving in the Past-President position.
Above - New Board of Directors of the Friends of the Anacortes Library;
left to right, Kandy Dubuque, Patrick Gallagher, Linda Falken, Hal Rooks, Susan Rooks, Kay O'Connell, Megan Taylor; Tress Connolly not present.
The 50th Anniversary of Friends of the Anacortes Public Library was Celebrated on October 26 in the community room of the Library. The Harmonaires, a women’s barbershop group, presented old-time favorites in the Library lobby. The winner of the quilt raffle fundraiser was drawn. “Book Magic”, a children’s skit was performed by ACT theatre students. Refreshments were enjoyed by all. A few photos from the event are available here on this website.
Upcoming events
Meeting Notices - Friends of the Anacortes Public Library
Board of Directors Meeting
Thursday, March 12, 2020
2 pm - The Board of Directors of the Friends of the Anacortes Public Library will meet in the Community Room of the Library. The meeting is open to members and the public.
2 pm - The Board of Directors of the Friends of the Anacortes Public Library will meet in the Community Room of the Library. The meeting is open to members and the public.
Bargain books from the FriendShop!
The Anacortes Library FriendShop is an inviting and relaxed used book store where you can find just the right book for yourself or a special someone. The FriendShop is located in the foyer of the Anacortes Public Library, and is staffed by Friends of the Library volunteers. All proceeds from sales go to support the Library. For more information see Friendshop.
FriendShop Hours:
Monday thru Thursday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Anacortes Public Library and FriendShop
1220 10th St, Anacortes, WA 98221
1220 10th St, Anacortes, WA 98221
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Stop off … at the Anacortes Library
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Drop in … at the FriendShop
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Shop now … find a special book!
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The Anacortes Library FriendShop is a used book store located in the foyer of the Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St. Anacortes WA 98221
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