Friday, June 29, 2007

Elmer's Restaurant
1425 West Pine Street
Walla Walla
On Wednesday, July 11th7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.
Secretary Reed will discuss the proposed Sate Library-State Archives-State Capitol Museum project known as the Heritage Center in Olympia and answer your questions regarding this and other issuess you may have. He would be honored if you could attend. Because of limited space, RSVP to Patrick McDonald at (360) 902-4148 or E-mail: pmcdonald@secstate.wa.gov
For more information on the Heritage Center go Here.

Unapproved Minutes of Friends Meeting June 12, 2007

Unapproved Minutes of Friends Meeting June 12, 2007


Meeting called to order at 7:35
In attendance: Kim D., Virginia G., Virginia S., Jennie T., and Harold H, Maria


Reports:
Virginia updated the group with the treasurer’s report, as Jill wasn’t present at meeting. Book sale money is still coming in.

Jennie reported on the success of the Concert put on at the school. Not well attended, but very good. Professional musicians, they weren’t disappointed in the turnout. Said they will schedule Burbank in again in the future.

Kim and Virginia G reported that the Community BBQ went well. Having a canopy will make those things much better.

Betty is still checking into getting a canopy or two for our outdoor activities.

Six chairs were purchased from Ikea and we voted to buy 10 more.

The Dryers grant has been submitted and the Blue Mountain Foundation is being worked on.

This Thursday the 14th is Family Game Night, and registration for Summer Reading. Schedules are available in the library for help needed at activities.

As the windows were not washed by the Senior Class, the job will be offered to have the Teen Program kids wash them in exchange for a pizza party!

The Staff Dessert will be by Virginia G. for August and Virginia S. for September.

Kim will provide refreshments for the July meeting.

Meeting was adjourned at 8:25.

Unapproved Minutes of Friends Meeting May 8, 2007

Unapproved Minutes of Friends Meeting May 8, 2007


Meeting called to order at 7:32
In attendance: Kim D., Virginia G., Virginia S., Jennie T., and Betty S. Harold H., Gloria M.

Minutes of the April meeting approved with the correction of the $433.00 in credit at Book Worm to $133.00

Reports:
Virginia updated the group with the treasurer’s report, as Jill wasn’t present at meeting.


Gloria commented that there was only one person in attendance at the Senior Saturday. She will try again in June.

The Poetry slam went well.

The concert in the park had wonderful, positive reviews. Kids were happy, t-shirts sold for $10.00 each Ray Poland and Sons donated money, and Punky enjoyed it too. People asking for another one!

United Way checks begin in July.

The projector and chairs will be purchased soon, they are being researched now. Harold is also working on a grant from Dryers Ice Cream for the Summer Reading Program.

Punky supports the idea of a plaque in the library. Money to go toward signage for library.

Inland Symphony asking for donations for a concert, Friends will supply refreshments.

Betty offered to research for a canopy for outdoor projects at the library.

Community BBQ set for May 24th. We will have a table.

Meeting adjourned at 8:30

Unapproved Minutes of Friends Meeting April 8, 2007

Unapproved Minutes of Friends Meeting April 8, 2007


Meeting called to order at 7:02
In attendance: Kim D., Virginia G., Virginia S., Jennie T., and Betty S. Harold H., Gloria M.

Minutes of the April meeting approved with the correction of the $433.00 in credit at Book Worm to $133.00

Reports:
Virginia updated the group with the treasurer’s report as Jill wasn’t present at meeting.



Information for a rural orchestra concert tabled until next month.

Gloria shared more information about the Senior Saturday from 12:00 to 2:00 the fourth Saturday of each month at the Library beginning February 24th. The first one was small, but hopefully will be better attended in the future.

We discussed and decided that we would purchase signs for use in advertising events put on by the Friends.

Jon Rickords gave us information on donations given by Robert Gumm. He would like to donate a nice bench to be placed in memory of his wife.

Jill reported that we have $8424.97 in our account.

We joined the WLA, Washington Library Association. There is a conference coming soon.

The Poetry Slam is coming up on April 12th. The Friends will be providing refreshments.

If you want to see a calendar of events, there is one posted on the bulletin board.

Gloria will bring snacks for our April meeting.

Unapproved Minutes of Friends Meeting March 13, 2007

Unapproved Minutes of Friends Meeting March 13, 2007


Meeting called to order at 7:30

In attendance: Kim D., Virginia G., Virginia S., Jennie T., and Betty S. Jon Rickords, Jill B. Gloria M.

Minutes of the February meeting approved with the correction of the spelling of Book Sale from Book Fale!

The following spaces still need to be filled for the “Dessert of the Month”.
Aug:
Sept:
Oct:
Nov:
Dec:

We discussed the Book Sale for March 23-24. We have some books already, need donations, and need to get together to sort and prepare for the sale. We have about 6 canopies to use, and will be calling Friends to gather support in transporting, sorting and setting up books and tables for the sale. It will be Friday from 10:00 to 4:00 and Saturday from 9:00 to 2:00. We have been allowed to use the garage at the school all next week for sorting and organizing! We spent under $20.00 on advertisements.

Information for a rural orchestra concert tabled until next month.

Gloria shared more information about the Senior Saturday from 12:00 to 2:00 the fourth Saturday of each month at the Library beginning February 24th. The first one was small, but hopefully will be better attended in the future.

We discussed and decided that we would purchase signs for use in advertising events put on by the Friends.

Jon Rickords gave us information on donations given by Robert Gumm. He would like to donate a nice bench to be placed in memory of his wife.

Jill reported that we have $8427.97 in our account.

We joined the WLA, Washington Library Association. There is a conference coming soon.

The Poetry Slam is coming up on April 12th. The Friends will be providing refreshments.

If you want to see a calendar of events, there is one posted on the bulletin board.

Gloria will bring snacks for our April meeting.