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Friends bask in the Sun
FAL enjoyed some publicity on the front page of the Alameda Sun recently, with an opportunity to describe our organization and how we support Alameda's libraries. Click here to see the story.
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Casanova-themed art docent program March 12
FAL will host a talk at the Main Library on March 12 featuring docents from the Legion of Honor in San Francisco discussing a new exhibit: Casanova: The Seduction of Europe. The visual presentation and talk will start at 6:30 p.m. in the Stafford Room. The exhibit explores
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Friends tablecloth a gift from library director
FAL has a nice new tablecloth featuring its new logo, thanks to the generosity of Library Director Jane Chisaki. The cloth had its first showing at the Friends book sale in October. Pictured with it are volunteers Peg Rosen and Beth Sibley.
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Kudos for longtime library advocate Honora Murphy
Honora was nominated for the award by Friends President Karen Butter. Here is how Karen described Honora's contributions: Honora’s work in Alameda is legendary and as noted by Supervisor Wilma Chan “Honora is one of the most extraordinary women I have known – she brings enthusiasm and smart
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Friends of the Library Appreciation Week in Alameda
In attendance to accept the proclamation from Mayor Trish Spencer were Friends representatives Cindy Silva, Karen Manuel, Kumar Fanse and Luzanne Engh.
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Digital headliners installed thanks to Friends fundraising
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FAL volunteers celebrated
The contributions of FAL volunteers were celebrated on a sunny July afternoon at Dragon Rouge restaurant flanking the estuary. Board President Karen Butter, Mayor Trish Herrera Spencer, Council Member Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft, and Library Director Jane Chisaki spoke, thanking the volunteers and outlining their importance to the Library and to