Friends of the Lewisville Library
Forsyth County Public Library - Lewisville Branch
6490 Shallowford Road, Lewisville, NC 27023
Who We Are
The Friends of the Lewisville Library (Friends) was organized October 9, 1984 and is a non-profit organization. The Friends of the Lewisville Library is facilitated by a Board of volunteers consisting of twelve directors, four executive officers, youth representatives and a library liaison. Friends meet every month, except December, on the fourth Monday at 6:30 pm in the library. The organization functions under established By-Laws and Standard and Provision Rules. Board members chair the following committees: membership, program, fund raising, reception, publicity, and nominating. The annual meeting is held in the fall of the year and an annual report is presented. Membership is open to all individuals, teens and adults interested in enriching the Lewisville Library.
Working closely with the staff, the Friends develop events and programs that inspire learning and encourage the community to experience the library. Friends community activities include a Halloween party, Holiday Party, Valentine Party, Friends receptions and movies.
Friends work continually to be conservative in our budget. Greater than 93% of our fundraising is returned directly to the Lewisville Library.
Working closely with the staff, the Friends develop events and programs that inspire learning and encourage the community to experience the library. Friends community activities include a Halloween party, Holiday Party, Valentine Party, Friends receptions and movies.
Friends work continually to be conservative in our budget. Greater than 93% of our fundraising is returned directly to the Lewisville Library.
What We Do
A picture speaks a thousand words! Please enjoy our digital photo essay, which captures the essence of what The Friends of the Lewisville Library is all about.
Our Mission
The purpose of Friends is :
- To promote the development and enrichment of the resources, facilities, and services of the Lewisville Library.
- To provide a means for interested citizens of the surrounding area to contribute to this development and enrichment.
- To plan events and activities that provide the community with the opportunity for involvement and contributions.
- To increase the public awareness of the services offered by Lewisville Library.
Our Accomplishments
The Friends sponsors and presents programs throughout the year. We have several monthly events including book clubs, creative writing classes and Books Alive (for children kindergarten through third grade).
The Friends sponsor and provide volunteers for the summer reading programs for children, teens and adults. Friends also provide crafts, supplies and refreshments for special programs planned for children, teens and adults.
Top priority is meeting the constant demand for current reading and listening materials for all age levels.
Fundraising is the mission of the Friends. To raise funds, Friends organize and work two book sales during the year. They also provide a constant source of books and magazines for sale by replenishing the On-Going Books Sale Shelves.
Other fundraising activities include the Antique Appraisal Fair, the July Indoor Yard Sale, Gift "Book" Basket Sales and Bake Sales. In addition to event fundraising, Friends have been awarded two grants from Wells Fargo Bank and grants from the Town of Lewisville.
Friends are always searching for program ideas. Please forward your requests for consideration through a board member or the librarians. You can also reach us online through our Contact Us webpage.
The Friends sponsor and provide volunteers for the summer reading programs for children, teens and adults. Friends also provide crafts, supplies and refreshments for special programs planned for children, teens and adults.
Top priority is meeting the constant demand for current reading and listening materials for all age levels.
Fundraising is the mission of the Friends. To raise funds, Friends organize and work two book sales during the year. They also provide a constant source of books and magazines for sale by replenishing the On-Going Books Sale Shelves.
Other fundraising activities include the Antique Appraisal Fair, the July Indoor Yard Sale, Gift "Book" Basket Sales and Bake Sales. In addition to event fundraising, Friends have been awarded two grants from Wells Fargo Bank and grants from the Town of Lewisville.
Friends are always searching for program ideas. Please forward your requests for consideration through a board member or the librarians. You can also reach us online through our Contact Us webpage.
Friends Purchases
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The Friends are proud to have made the following equipment and supplies available at the Lewisville Library:
AND HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE DOORS!
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Our Supporters
The Friends would like to recognize the businesses and organizations listed below who have helped us to promote our fundraising and educational missions. We couldn't do it without them! Please support them in the same generous way that they have supported us. Click on the hyperlinks below to be directed to each organization's website.
Craig's List | Forsyth Family | Forsyth Woman | Small Business Center Network
Town of Lewisville | WFDD Radio
Craig's List | Forsyth Family | Forsyth Woman | Small Business Center Network
Town of Lewisville | WFDD Radio
We are a proud member of the Friends of North Carolina Public Libraries.
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