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Friends Annual Meeting 2013
Please join us for the Friends of the Library Annual Meeting in the U.S. Bank Room at Central Library on Wednesday, June 5th from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. This year’s featured speaker is John Wilson Special Collections Librarian Jim Carmin.
Pageturners Book Titles for July
Have you wanted to join a book group, or are you simply looking for a good book to read?
The Friends support Pageturners – a dynamic series of book discussion groups that meet monthly at every library. Here is a list of books being discussed at Pageturners groups this July. For more information about dates, times and locations for this and upcoming months please visit the Multnomah County Library Pageturners page.
2013 Spring Used Book Sale Recap
The numbers are in for the 12th annual Friends of the Library Spring Used Book Sale, and those numbers are good.
Pageturners Book Titles for June
Have you wanted to join a book group, or are you simply looking for a good book to read?
The Friends support Pageturners – a dynamic series of book discussion groups that meet monthly at every library. Here is a list of books being discussed at Pageturners groups this June. For more information about dates, times and locations for this and upcoming months please visit the Multnomah County Library Pageturners page.
Wanted: Friends of the Library Board Members
Do you love the Library? Would you like to see it offer more programs for its patrons and staff? If so, join the Friends of the Multnomah County Library (FOL) Board of Directors.
Pageturners Book Titles for May
Have you wanted to join a book group, or are you simply looking for a good book to read?
The Friends support Pageturners – a dynamic series of book discussion groups that meet monthly at every library. Here is a list of books being discussed at Pageturners groups this May. For more information about dates, times and locations for this and upcoming months please visit the Multnomah County Library Pageturners page.
Thank You, Mr. Locklear
After fifteen years of dedicated volunteer service to the Friends of the Library, Alan Locklear “retired” this past November.
Get Involved This Spring – Volunteer!
Friends of the Library volunteers are always having fun and working together to support our library. There are so many ways to give your time and make a difference. Click in to see just a few ways you can make a volunteer impact this spring.
My MCL Proves That Change Can Be Good
After seven years, the Multnomah County Library has gotten a digital makeover. Years in the making, this new version of the library website has many new functions, and a multi-tasking search bar that can find a book about careers and an interviewing skills workshop at the same time.
Pageturners Book Titles for April
Have you wanted to join a book group, or are you simply looking for a good book to read?
The Friends support Pageturners – a dynamic series of book discussion groups that meet monthly at every library. Here is a list of books being discussed at Pageturners groups this April. For more information about times and locations for this and upcoming months please visit the Multnomah County Library Pageturners calendar.
Pageturners Book Titles for March
Have you wanted to join a book group, or are you simply looking for a good book to read?
The Friends support Pageturners – a dynamic series of book discussion groups that meet monthly at every library. Here is a list of books being discussed at Pageturners groups this March. For more information about times and locations for this and upcoming months please visit the Multnomah County Library Pageturners calendar.
Pageturners Book Titles for February - Everybody Reads!
Have you wanted to join a book group, or are you simply looking for a good book to read? The Friends support Pageturners – a dynamic series of book discussion groups that meet monthly at every library. In February, most Pageturners groups participate in Everybody Reads, a county-wide event for people to connect around the same book.
Multnomah County Library District Q & A
Shawn Cunningham, a policy advisor for the Multnomah County Library, spoke to the Friends of the Library board meeting on December 12, 2012. We had a chance to ask him a few questions about what the shiny, new district means for our libraries.
Volunteer Profile: Carol Clifton - Years of Service to the Friends
In this New Year, and as part of our 40th anniversary celebration, we’d like to look back on the commitment of our long-term volunteer, Dr. Carol Clifton, PhD.
Pageturners Book Titles for January
Have you wanted to join a book group, or are you simply looking for a good book to read? The Friends support Pageturners – a dynamic series of book discussion groups that meet monthly at every library. Click in for a list of books that are being discussed in January.
Yes! A Library District!
On Tuesday, Multnomah County voters made a huge investment in our community by passing a Library District.
Pageturners Book Titles for December
Have you wanted to join a book group, or are you simply looking for a good book to read? The Friends support Pageturners – a dynamic series of book discussion groups that meet monthly at every library. Click in for a list of books that are being discussed in December.
National Friends of Libraries Week
The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations chose this week to celebrate Friends of the Libraries groups accross the country. Celebrate being a Friend with us, and tell your friends to become our Friends!
Author Naseem Rakha Visits Pageturners
With so many titles already on my ever-growing “to-read” list, I've always been hesitant to pick up a book for a reading group. But I do like meeting authors, so I got a copy of Naseem Rakha's The Crying Tree. And I’m so glad I did.
A Long Love Affair
This year the Friends of the Library are celebrating a major milestone. For 40 years, the Friends have actively supported the Multnomah County Library.
Taking Stock of the Fall Used Book Sale 2012
It continues to be a busy autumn for the Friends of the Library, but let us rest a moment and celebrate one of our victories: The 39th Annual Fall Used Book Sale!
Levies Are Temporary, But Districts Are Forever
Library lovers should not hide their heads in a book during the November election season: Measure 26-143 is on the ballot and library supporters need to vote YES.
Pageturners Book Titles for November
Have you wanted to join a book group, or are you simply looking for a good book to read? The Friends support Pageturners – a dynamic series of book discussion groups that meet monthly at every library. Click in for a list of books that are being discussed in November.
Libraries YES! Campaign Website is Up and Running!
The Libraries YES! campaign's website is the place to go for up-to-date information about Measure 26-143, and the things you can do to help the Multnomah County Library get the stable and dedicated funding it deserves. Go to www.librariesyes.com to find out all of the details. Good Libraries Make a Great Community!
Pageturners Book Titles for October
Have you wanted to join a book group, or are you simply looking for a good book to read? The Friends support Pageturners – a dynamic series of book discussion groups that meet monthly at every library. Click in for a list of books that are being discussed in October.
Join Libraries Yes! and the Friends for "Books and Beer"
Join us for a Libraries Yes! campaign kickoff event, sponsored by AFSCME, The Library Foundation, and Friends of the Library on Wednesday, August 15th.
Pageturners Book Titles for September
Have you wanted to join a book group, or are you simply looking for a good book to read? The Friends support Pageturners – a dynamic series of book discussion groups that meet monthly at every library. Click in for a list of books that are being discussed in September.
Critical Meetings About the Future of Our Library
An historic decision is about to be made about our Library's future. Be there to share your opinion!
As we move toward a Library District, make your voice heard!
There are several chances in the coming weeks to make your voice heard about the future of our Library! In the month of July you can take an online survey, attend Community Listening Sessions, and a Public Hearing.
County Commissioners Meeting to Discuss Multnomah County Library District - Please Come and Show Your Support!
The Multnomah County Commissioners will discuss the possibility of placing a permanent tax district on November's ballot, and a strong show of support from the community will help to get us one step closer to a Library that isn't in danger of losing its funding every few years.
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Moving Forward
On March 13th the Friends of the Library Board of Directors met for our Annual Retreat to discuss the our organization: where we've been, where we are now, and where we should go now that the Multnomah County Library has permanent and stable funding.
Book Reviews As the Page Turns »
Listen Up! Your Library Has Great Audiobooks
About a year ago I had an epiphany: I spend a significant amount of time alone in the car, commuting to and from work, and out and about for activities and errands. I’ve always had trouble reading fast enough to keep up with my interests, and I finally figured out that I could be making my drive time work for me by listening to audiobooks. Eureka!
Authors Who Touch a Life
Everyone has favorite authors, and favorite books that impact them forever. You can find some of the books that have impacted my life in our new online book store at amazon.com.
Beauty, Brains and Bombshells: How The Most Beautiful Woman in the World Influenced Modern Technology
Hedy Lamarr had it all - stunning beauty, superb acting skills, and a mind for inventions. Richard Rhodes' biography Hedy's Folly chronicles her journey from being the wife of a notorious Austrian military arms dealer to becoming the most glamorous of Hollywood’s stars and a keen inventor.
