Hazel Dellavia (seated), The Friends Secretary, signs in luncheon attendees that include Acting President Paula Weal, Karen Beck, and Beverly Meeker. Photo by Izzie Worthen.
A group of 29 library staff and friends gathered at Hard Times Café in Eagle Bay on Monday, January 14 for the annual luncheon hosted by the Friends of the Old Forge Library.
The Friends Luncheon is held each year as an opportunity to thank the library staff for all they do.
During the event, Paula Weal, first vice-president of the Friends organization, thanked Library Director Izzie Worthen, and staff members Karen Lee, Beverly Meeker and Beth Pashley for their devotion and tireless work serving clientele at the Old Forge Library.
Old Forge Library staff, Izzie Worthen, Beth Pashley, Karen Lee. Photo by Wende Carr
The Friends of the Old Forge Library is a group of individuals whose mission is to assist with the financial operation of the library.
Among the fundraising events they host are the annual summer Library Bash, an Authors Fair, an ongoing used book sale, and the upcoming February Sweetheart Baking Contest. The organization also co-sponsors the library’s annual poetry and illustration contest.
Requests for assistance with specific needs come from the library director. Monies raised by the Friends has helped to offset the costs for computers, window blinds and air conditioning.
Most recently, they have supported the cost of the installation of a new sign, lighting and the American flag in front of the library.
Friends of the Library welcomes those who would like to become regular members, or anyone who would like to become “Friends of Friends” and help out with specific events.
Anyone interested in volunteering in either capacity can call Paula Weal at (315) 369-4435 or the library at 369-6008.
