The February author and docent talks were outstanding. Since April 2020, we have had over 3,000 registrations for our events! A special recognition goes to the Rotary Club of Alameda for supporting the two wonderful February programs on Black artists – many of whom we had never heard of before,
Happy first day of 2021. Today, my message is to express deep gratitude to all of you who have supported the Friends and the Alameda Free Library in 2020. Thank you to the Library Director, thank you to the Library Staff, thank you to the Friends' staff and Board,
To assist FAL in its fundraising efforts, FAL has hired a part-time Fund Development Manager. The Board is delighted that Kelly Ground has joined us. Kelly served in a similar capacity for the Belvedere Tiburon Library Foundation for almost 4 years. During that time she was able to increase their
The number of programs the Library continues to offer is impressive. Summer Reading 2020 “Imagine your Story" is designed for readers of all ages with prizes. Other virtual adult programs include the Alameda Library Book Club, All Your Favorite Music is (Probably) Black, and Meditation for Modern Life. There
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Our Author and Docent Talks have proved to be very popular through our Friends @ Home series. The virtual setting is an opportunity to reach a much larger community unlimited by distance. At a recent Author Talk attendees joined from as far away as Florida. Thanks to Kumar Fanse for developing
While some re-opening has begun in Alameda County, we have no word on dates for libraries. We know that the Library will need to make a number of changes to ensure the safety of those who visit the facilities. The changes will affect FAL programs as well. We will need
The FAL Board recognizes that we may not be able to hold regular activities for at least the remainder of the year. We are bringing some of those events – docent talks and author events – to you for you to enjoy from your home. This is a first for us and
Today, we are fortunate that technology is a great enabler. For the Board and other meetings we are testing video conferencing tools to conduct business and to stay on top of the evolving challenges of the virus. Our outstanding library has a wealth of online material - from ebooks, audiobooks,
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FAL started out the year with a bang. In February, we sponsored three exceptional programs in recognition of Black History Month. The panel, Black Youth Exploring the Road to Success, offered personal stories about their struggles and suggestions for today’s youth. The event was recorded and will be available
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As we enter a new year and new decade, it’s a good time to highlight the many successes from the past year. 1. Two successful book sales brought buyers from all over the Bay Area, our highest revenues ever, and an outstanding new leadership team for the book sale.