Submitted by Sheila Jacobson (6/22/11)
At a Glance
- Monday, July 4 – Library closed for Independence Day
- Sunday, July 10 – Book Sale begins at 9:00am at the library
- Wednesday, July 27 – Book Group, 7:00pm at the library
Annual Book Sale
This is the time to add to your personal library, gather up books for the summer and yes, even for those snowy days in the far, far future. The variety is vast: some light beach reading, recent fiction, great non-fiction and classics, as well as cookbooks, books on gardening, sewing, and carpentry. There are also children’s books for all ages, puzzles, audio books, music, CD’s and videos for sale at the most reasonable prices ever. There truly is something for everyone!
The sale begins on Sunday, July10 at 9:00am and will continue in August during regular library hours, which are Sunday, Monday and Wednesday from 10:00am to 7:00pm.
We count on the generosity of our patrons who make donations of new and gently used books, videos, DVD’s, audios and puzzles throughout the year. These donations are greatly appreciated and make this major fundraiser so successful. For more information about the book sale or donations, please call the library at 655-4283.
Book Group
The book group will meet on Wednesday, July 27 at the library at 7:00pm. The book chosen for July is The Year of Magical Thinking, by Joan Didion. This is a true story of personal terror and bereavement when the author faces several devastating consecutive losses. The book is thrilling and engaging – sometimes quite funny – because it ventures to tell the truth – grief makes us crazy.
If you are an avid reader and this interests you, please join us for the discussion of this intriguing account. Books will be available upon request at the library.
Clynk Bags
There are many ways you can contribute to your library. One of the easiest is to pick up a green clynk bag at the library and fill it with recyclable bottles and cans. When it is full just bring it down to the local Hannafords. The library will receive the moneys from the deposit. We appreciate all the help and donations our patrons give to their library here in Raymond. This is just one little way of helping. If you would like to know other ways to help keep your library up-to-date and a vital asset to the community, give us a call at 655-4283.
Possible Projects
We are always looking for ways to help raise funds for the library. Here are a few suggestions, which have recently been made.
- Road Race, or Triathlon for Kids, or Walk for Literacy: or any combination
- Teddy Bear Picnic
- Ice Cream Social – either at the Library or a business location
- Adding specialty items to the Christmas Bake and Basket Sale.
- Pictures with Santa at the tree lighting (family portraits, pets)
- Breakfast with Santa including photos
- Bulb sale – fall or spring
If any of these ideas interest you or if you have others to add, please contact Elissa Gifford at ewoodgiff@hotmail.com or at 207-655-3399.
We are looking for direction and input to flesh out these ideas. If you have any experience with any of the above, or know someone who has been involved in similar projects please call.
We are only looking for direction at this point and do not expect involvement of those offering suggestions unless they wish to take part.
A Thank You Letter
Thank you to everyone who contributed to make this year’s plant sale a great success. We were overwhelmed by the plant donations. The plants were wonderful; they were in excellent condition and there were such a variety from which to choose.
Also we appreciate all the volunteers on both Friday and Saturday. Most of all we thank those who came and purchased these lovely flowers. We couldn’t do it without you. We look forward to seeing everybody again next year.
Happy Summer,
Marie and Jane