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| 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 our new branch. 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. |
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BOARD OF DIRECTORSSue Ann Miller, Ed.D.: President Melissa Hood: Vice-President Ruth Castor: Secretary Steve Borkenhagen: Treasurer Janet Allen: Director Emily Finnegan: Director Sue Glass: Director Jeff Goldman: Director Lindsay McSweeney: Director Paula Montes: Director Jim West: Director Tammy Parrott: County Library Services Manager Tiffany Mautino: LWR Branch Manager Allison England: LWR Assistant Branch Manager | BOARD MEETING 2026Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Start time 4:00 pm Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Annual Meeting, Board Elections Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Tuesday, November 10, 2026 All board meetings are held in the Conference Room at the LWR Library starting at 4:30 pm unless otherwise stated. Meetings, times and locations are subject to change. | COMMITTEES & CHAIRSAdvocacy: Jeff Goldman Bookstore Manager: Melissa Hood Communications: Paula Montes Giving Wall: Sue Glass Events: Lindsay McSweeney Financial: Steve Borkenhagen Governance: Jim West Grants: Sue Ann Miller, Ed.D. Membership: Emily Finnegan Stewardship: Janet Allen Technology: Regina Negrycz |
16410 Rangeland Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211 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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