The Friends was formed to expand and strengthen the services of our library and increase the public's awareness of these services for the enrichment and education of all library users. A number of successful events have been sponsored by the Friends so far this year. These events, as well as our future plans, are described in our first newsletter. We encourage everyone to support the library as a member of the Friends and to participate in our events and activities. Members who are unable to attend meetings may choose to help out with special events or serve on special committees.
Membership cards are valid one year from the month of issue.
The Friends are pleased to announce a new program called Babies And Books. In partnership with Cary Medical Center, all parents of babies born at Cary Medical Center will receive the babies' first library card, a variety of materials that give tips and suggestions for age-appropriate activities, a free board book, an invitation to come to the library when the baby is 6 months old to receive more information, and a certificate of completion when the child reaches 1 year old. Upon completion, a book will be placed in the children's section with the baby's name in it stating they have completed the Babies And Books program. The baby is then invited to join the Toddler Time reading program for children 1 to 3 years old. The Friends sponsored their second adult reading and discussion program in the fall which featured the works of a number of Maine authors.