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The rminutes for June 21st meeting were accepted. Peggy Reeves, from the Library Trust, and new sudent member, Bethany Calahan were welcomed.

Announcements included: the Newsletter is in the mail; the book sale at the Mall will be October 7-9, and a special meeting of the Colorado Association of Libraries is scheduled for Friday night, October 14, at the Embassy Suites at which time Terri Sullivan will be honored as the volunteer of the year. Members were inviteed to attend a reception to be held at 4:30 on October 14 for the Colorado Libraries Association convention.

Library Trust Prersident Peggy Reeves discussed the need for more publicity to encourage donations . Funds are available for the Main Library's expansion but there are four enhancements that are desirable -- enhancing the Children's Area''' to encourage the growth of intellect and imagination; enhancing efficiency with new machinery to sort books with ease, enhancing Library Park by providing a community gathering place; and, enhancing technology with a state-of-the-art collaboration room. The Trust is coordinating a campaign to raise the $600,000 needed to fund these enhancements. Large gifts could merit "naming rights" of special rooms for someone who donates more than half the cost of that room. Giving the Trust a special table at the Book Sale was briefly discussed.

Construction of the improvements to the Main Library is scheduled to begin December 1, when the library will be closed for four to six weeks. Robin Gard announced that the library will have use of the former mortuary at Olive and Matthews streets to house administrative and technical staff and an answering centerLibrary Director Holly Carroll anounced a special program with speaker Dava Sobel, author of "Galileo's Daughter," to be held at 7:00 PM, Sunday October 16, at the Hilton Hotel and that Geraldine Brooks will be speaking November 12. She also thanked the Board for the funds donated for the picnic enjoyed by library staff and family on September 9.

Ideas were shared for a "Friends" display, new shelving and seating possibilities and a new drop-off place for donated books at the Library's new administrative offices at the corner of Olive and Matthews streets..John Mayer presented the Treasurer's report which showed $8,500 earned from the July book sale; that a CD for $75,000 has matured and that a new CD will earn 0.69% interest.

Some concerns were expressed that the increased use of electronic books might reduce the number of books donated to the Friends for book sales. .

Friends member Rafael Ubico requested that the Friends cosponsor a "Faith Literature Speakers Series" that is being organized and sponsored by the Faith Libraries of Northern Colorado. After a discussion the Board voted not to participate in the activity because it does not fit inot the Friends of the Library purpose as defined in the bylaws.

The next meeting: will be at 2:30, Tuesday October 18, 2011 at the Harmony Library.
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Nancy Lea, Secretary


	It with sadness that we note the death of Terri Sullivan. Terri served as president and in various leadership capacities. Her enthusiasm was contagious. The success of the book sales is due in large part to Terri's great organizing abilities and the hours that she and her husband Phil devoted to the effort. She will be sorely missed. Our sympathies are extended to her family and friends. Donations in her may be made by sending checks to the Poudre River Friends of the Library at 301 E. Olive St, Fort Collins, CO 80524. Book Donation Drop Off Location Book donations are always welcomed but they should be taken to 302 E. Olive, the Webster House, where the Library Administrative offices are now located. Enter through a garage door on the East side of Matthews. For more detailed information, click on "Newsletter" to find an article dealing with the matter. Minutes Poudre River Friends of the Library Board Meeting September 21, 2011 Present: Gene Bosler, Nancy Lea, Lillys Price, John Mayer, Eugene Johnson, Julie Collett, Robin Gard, Bethany Calahan, Peggy Reeves, Holly Carroll and Burnell Held.The meeting was called to order by President Gene Bosler. The rminutes for June 21st meeting were accepted. Peggy Reeves, from the Library Trust, and new sudent member, Bethany Calahan were welcomed. Announcements included: the Newsletter is in the mail; the book sale at the Mall will be October 7-9, and a special meeting of the Colorado Association of Libraries is scheduled for Friday night, October 14, at the Embassy Suites at which time Terri Sullivan will be honored as the volunteer of the year. Members were inviteed to attend a reception to be held at 4:30 on October 14 for the Colorado Libraries Association convention. Library Trust Prersident Peggy Reeves discussed the need for more publicity to encourage donations . Funds are available for the Main Library's expansion but there are four enhancements that are desirable -- enhancing the Children's Area''' to encourage the growth of intellect and imagination; enhancing efficiency with new machinery to sort books with ease, enhancing Library Park by providing a community gathering place; and, enhancing technology with a state-of-the-art collaboration room. The Trust is coordinating a campaign to raise the $600,000 needed to fund these enhancements. Large gifts could merit "naming rights" of special rooms for someone who donates more than half the cost of that room. Giving the Trust a special table at the Book Sale was briefly discussed. Construction of the improvements to the Main Library is scheduled to begin December 1, when the library will be closed for four to six weeks. Robin Gard announced that the library will have use of the former mortuary at Olive and Matthews streets to house administrative and technical staff and an answering centerLibrary Director Holly Carroll anounced a special program with speaker Dava Sobel, author of "Galileo's Daughter," to be held at 7:00 PM, Sunday October 16, at the Hilton Hotel and that Geraldine Brooks will be speaking November 12. She also thanked the Board for the funds donated for the picnic enjoyed by library staff and family on September 9. Ideas were shared for a "Friends" display, new shelving and seating possibilities and a new drop-off place for donated books at the Library's new administrative offices at the corner of Olive and Matthews streets..John Mayer presented the Treasurer's report which showed $8,500 earned from the July book sale; that a CD for $75,000 has matured and that a new CD will earn 0.69% interest. Some concerns were expressed that the increased use of electronic books might reduce the number of books donated to the Friends for book sales. . Friends member Rafael Ubico requested that the Friends cosponsor a "Faith Literature Speakers Series" that is being organized and sponsored by the Faith Libraries of Northern Colorado. After a discussion the Board voted not to participate in the activity because it does not fit inot the Friends of the Library purpose as defined in the bylaws. The next meeting: will be at 2:30, Tuesday October 18, 2011 at the Harmony Library. . Nancy Lea, Secretary Contact us at fortnet.org/fol

Book Donation Drop Off Location