July 16, 2008

Are U a Friend of the Library?

Join the Friends of the Library
A strong library is essential to the health and growth of the community. We need you!

The Friends of the Homer Township Library (FOHTL) group offers you an opportunity to join an association of people interested in books and libraries. You can make a positive difference and enjoy meeting people with similar interests.

Through the Friends group you can volunteer, sponsor events, raise funds for equipment and programs that are beyond the library's budget, increase community awareness of the library, solicit funding for programs and events, and generally help foster a love of reading and library use to everyone. It shows you care about the library. And we need that caring.

A non-profit, volunteer organization, FOHTL is supported primarily by dues ($5 individual / $7 family) and contributions from from sponsors or events, such as book sales, etc. Our Friends group is seeking new members. Your contribution is key and you can have a wonderful impact in your hometown!

Benefits for You - JOIN US!
~Enjoy meeting and networking with fellow library advocates.
~Help the library continue to provide the best for Homer residents.
~Help fund programs, equipment, and events that support life-long learners.
~Gain satisfaction that your work benefits all ages in our essential community center.

Rewards for Being a Friend:
--"Library Friend" sticker on your library card
--Monthly raffles provided by the Friends Group
--$5 in "Library Bucks" which can be used for book sales and classes
--Free back issues of magazines

Join the Friends of the Homer Township Public Library District today. Simply pick up an application at the circulation desk or on the web here. Call us if you have questions at 708-301-7908. We'd love to have you as a Friend!