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Inlet Library staff thanks its volunteers

The Town of Inlet Public Library held a “thank you” party for its volunteers on Wednesday, August 22.

From left, are Debbie Haynes, Carolyn O’Hara, Sue Scharf, Lynn Durkin, and Julie Kraft. Courtesy photo.

Library Director Lynn Durkin said it was a busy summer and the volunteers helped tremendously by putting books in order, placing books on shelves, and calling patrons when their ordered books arrived.

“It’s easier for the library directors to work on collections and to run the book sale when the volunteers help us do everything else,” Durkin said.

Associate Director Debbie Haynes agreed.

“It’s an absolutely wonderful little library, and I feel pleased and privileged to serve people who visit, and those who live here. It’s gratifying to know you’ve been of service. Patrons come in and express their appreciation for the library’s offerings,” Haynes said.

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Valentine Bake-Off set Tues.

The Old Forge Library invites all bakers to enter the annual Sweetheart Dessert Contest on Tuesday, February 14.

Create your favorite dessert and bring it to the library between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. the day of the event to qualify for prizes in the Youth Student, Teen Student, Adult and Master categories.

A reception will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. and the community is invited to stop by and sample the delicious entries.

More information is available by calling (315) 369-6008.

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Library announces Sweetheart judges

2012's Sweetheart judges Beverly Burnap, Dave Aliasso, and Lesa Parent, from left.

The Old Forge Library will celebrate Valentine’s Day with the annual Sweetheart Dessert Contest on Tuesday, February14. Prizes will be awarded in the Youth Student, Teen Student, Adult and Master categories.

To enter the contest, create your favorite dessert and bring it to the library between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. the day of the event.

Judges for this year’s contest are Beverly Burnap, David Aliasso and Lesa Parent.

A reception will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. and the community is invited to stop by and sample the delicious entries. Continue reading

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Friends of the Old Forge Library gather for annual luncheon

Margo Boylan

Seated from left are Don Kelly, Hazel & Bob Dellavia, Kathy Riehle, and Barb (partially hidden) & Reed Proper. Photo by Carol Hansen

The Friends of the Old Forge Library hosted their annual luncheon at North Woods Inn on Monday, January 23. Among the 30 people in attendance were library appreciators and staff, Library Director Izzie Worthen, and members of the Board of Trustees.

The three course luncheon was enjoyed by everyone. Chairperson of the event was Margo Boylan.

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Library Friends ready luncheon

In lieu of their January Meeting which is usually set for the first Tuesday of each month, The Friends of Old Forge Library will host their annual Library Friends Luncheon on Monday, January 23. Continue reading

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Old Forge Library plans annual Poetry & Illustration workshops

Poetry and Illustration Workshops with an instructional element will be offered to students in grades K-12 and adults prior to the Old Forge Library’s annual Poetry and Illustration Contest deadline of March 1.

This year’s contest theme is, Mountains and Valleys, and is open to residents of Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida counties as well as the town of Inlet. Continue reading

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Martin Luther King program set

Paula Roy will lead a Community Conversation on the legacy of service of Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Old Forge Library on Friday, January 13 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

The event is free of charge and all materials will be provided.

Refreshments will be served.

Anyone interested in attending the program can RSVP by calling the library at (315) 369-6008, or email Paula Roy at: parbear1@frontiernet.net. Walk-ins are welcome.

Toolkit materials are provided by the New York Council for the Humanities.

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