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March 2022 : LIBRARY HOURS TO INCREASE!
Thanks to our wonderful county library services department and public advocacy, county libraries will increase hours of operation. New hours will be Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. The change will occur gradually as additional staff is hired. Central and Braden River Libraries will see the adjustments first and then the other branches will follow. The Friends organizations at all locations are pleased to see how our combined voices make a difference! Thank you for your support!
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Manatee County Libraries Master Plan In 2019, Godfrey Associates were contracted to provide a comprehensive guide for library facilities, operations and services for the next 10 years. Sponsored by The Manatee Library Foundation, the consultants’ review identifies strengths and needs. As a result of the Library Master Plan, Library Services published a Long Range Plan with four goals, that reflect the findings of the study. Library Services is moving ahead with the Long Range Plan with hopes of having many goals underway or completed prior to the opening of the new library on Rangeland Parkway in Lakewood Ranch. |
MissionThe mission of the Friends of the Lakewood Ranch Library is to support the library and sustain its work for the continued enrichment of the people of Manatee County. This is accomplished by educating the community, advocating to support the efforts of the Manatee County Public Library, and providing funding for the library through public and private sources. | HistoryThe Friends of the Lakewood Ranch Library started as a grassroots movement in February 2017 formerly known as the Friends of the East Manatee Library at Lakewood Ranch. In January 2018, the first public meeting was held seeking volunteers for committees and board members. The first Board of Directors meeting was held in May 2018 with six board members. Our work supports the Manatee County Libraries with a focus on the new branch coming to Lakewood Ranch in 2023. | PurposeManatee County government budget and funding is stretched to cover the costs of library facilities and staff salaries. Therefore the Friends organization raises money to support lifelong learning and enrichment opportunities for all ages. Programs supported include, but are not limited to, story time, summer reading, cultural events, computer classes, special library collections, and book clubs. |
BOARD OF DIRECTORSSue Ann Miller, Ed.D. President Regina Negrycz Vice-President Ruth Castor Secretary Jim West Treasurer Janet Allen Director Alice Baumann Director Barbra Kaprielian Director Rhonda Leiberick, APR Director Hilary Newton Director Sheila Shifrin Director Tammy Parrott Library Services Manager | COMMITTEES & CHAIRSAuthor Luncheon/Gala: Open Bookstore: Hilary Newton, Barbra Kaprielian Financial: Jim West Fundraising : Sheila Shifrin Grants: Sue Ann Miller, Ed.D. Hospitality: Open Marketing & Public Relations: Rhonda Leiberick, APR Membership: Open Mission: Janice Novello, Ph. D. Stewardship: Janet Allen Table Events: Alice Baumann Technology: Regina Negrycz |
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR THE FRIENDS OF THE LAKEWOOD RANCH LIBRARY (REGISTRATION NO. CH57400) MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com |
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