Both of these efforts most certainly deliver the message that you care. Another way of demonstrating recognition of a loss is through a memorial donation to the Carlsbad Public Library. Memorial gifts to the library are especially favorable for several reasons. The materials purchased benefit community members, many of whom knew the loved one being honored. In addition, the loved one can be honored more personally through the selection of a book on a subject that was of interest to him.
Honorary donations are also welcome.
To make a memorial or honorary donation to our Library, simply stop by and complete a memorial gift record or telephone the library. Once we have purchased and processed the book, we will place a plate inside stating the name of the donor and the person being honored. For further information, please contact Jeanne Houghtaling at 885-6776. The Southeastern New Mexico Historical Society and the Friends of the Carlsbad Public Library will be hosting a book signing for Melissa Masterson, author of Ride the Waves to Freedom . Her book is the true-life story of Calvin Graef, a Bataan Death March survivor.