About the Friends
The Friends of the Fairport Public Library (FFL) is a non-profit organization. The Friends are volunteers dedicated to raising funds to support ongoing programs and special needs of the Fairport Public Library and community literacy groups through various fundraising events. A few examples are the library summer reading program, workshops for job seekers, and the Children's and Teen Book Festivals.
The largest fundraiser is operating The Corner Bookstore. The volunteers staff the store and sell used and collectible books donated to the library by the community.
our purpose
- Promote the Fairport Public Library, its services and programs.
- Sponsor programs that add to the cultural and educational life of the community.
- Fund library services, programs, and materials not covered in the Library's budget.
- Sort and sell donated books as part of fundraising.
- Operate The Corner Bookstore to maintain a used bookstore presence in the community.
WHO WE ARE
Friends Board of Directors
Officers
Ann Poelma, President
Tanya Arena , Vice President
Nan Notar, Secretary
Nancy Boorsma , Treasurer
Chairmen, Standing Committees
Peg Williams, Membership
Susan Kaemmerlen, Store Co-Director
Laura Brecher, Store Co-Director
Linda Jug, Store Co-Director
Marianne Michaud, FROST (Friends Readers Outreach support Team)
Christine Beck, Historian
Library Liaison to the Board
Anna Lippincott
July 2023 - June 2024
Chairmen, Operating Committees
Lucy McCormick, Donations
Dianne Collier, Book Bin Sales
Laura Brecher, Publicity
Laura Brecher, Volunteers
Sue Olsen, Hospitality
Christine Beck, Technology
WHAT WE DO
We are all volunteers and we:
Manage and operate the Corner Bookstore and the Book Bin inside the library.
Sort donations from the library and the community.
Hold book sales throuhout the year.
Participate in Village events such as Canal Days and the Scarecrow Festival.
Provide scholarships for secondary education.
Purchase additional library materials not covered by the library budget.
Support literacy activities like the annual Childrens and Teen Book Festivals and Eagle and Star Scout projects.
The Fairport Friends:
Are members of the Monroe County Library System Friends Group.
Are members of the New York Library Association Friends Division.
Are members of the Fairport Perinton Merchants Association.
WHY WE DO IT
We believe in the importance of libraries in our community.
Our work provides for:
Summer Reading Program incentives
Friends Readers Outreach Service Team (FROST) Book Delivery Service
Job Search Skill Programs
Adult, Teen and Children's Programming
Special Events in Fairport and the Rochester Community like the 125th Library Anniversary Concert and Gazebo Concerts
Gift cards and Celebrations for Library Student Pages
Library Service Anniversary Celebrations
Mouse Mascot Costume & Accompanying Illustrations
Other Library Offerings Supported by Friends Includes:
Koda Kids of WWII Presentation
Guest Passes to these locations:
Genesee Country Village & Museum VIP Passes
Empire Passes for NYS Parks
Charlotte Genesee Lighthouse VIP Passes
Rochester Philharmonic VIP Passes
NY Museum of Transportation VIP Passes
Susan B. Anthony VIP Passes
Rochester Museum & Science Center VIP Passes
Bookmarks for Patrons
Branded Pencils & Toys for Children’s Programs
Other Library Programs Supported by Friends Includes:
Storytime Program
Stickers for Children
Bracelet Club
Wildlife Education Program
Bilingual Storytime
Craft Programs
Cookie Decorating
Movie Program