Abracadabra! Hocus pocus! and the Oliver Library was transformed into the enchanting world of Leif David’s magic. Nearly a hundred kids in the Library’s Children’s Summer Reading Club were thrilled last night by the deft sleight-of-hand of Leif’s amazing tricks. In his highly participatory program, the magician had the kids rollicking with laughter with his mystifying illusions. Thanks to the Friends of the Oliver Library and the Community Arts Council who once again sponsored this highly entertaining performer. The Reading Club continues every Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. through the summer with a variety of excellent programs. Registration any time at the Library or on Thursday evenings. All kids over five are welcome.
The Friends of the Oliver Library believe that libraries play an increasing social role in our communities. Their goal is to enhance the available funding to make our library a place of great pride in Oliver. They have raised money most years through a winter book sale and a summer paperback sale. You can support the work of the FOTOL by taking part in the:
Annual Used Book SaleSaturday, July 4thOliver Regional LibraryDonations of paperback books welcome. Books can be dropped off at the Library until July 3rd
These book sale funds have been supplemented by soliciting donations from community organizations and the general public. Since their inception in May 1998, the Friends of the Library have directed more than $45,000 in funding towards creating an especially welcoming place for children, teens and seniors. They play an important role in stimulating the use of the library’s resources and services by the public.
A new initiative to boost library use is the
Monthly Coffee MorningsTuesday April 2110 a.m. – 12 noon(once a month, third Tuesdays)Every time you enter the libaray you are automatically counted! Let’s set those front doors swinging!
The Friends of the Oliver Library assist the work of library staff by supporting or hosting special events usch as book readings by well-known authors and storytellers, book prizes for summer reading programs, and demonstrations of new information technologies.
The Friends of the Oliver Library presentBook Reading Wine and CheeseFriday April 24th7 – 9 p.m.Oliver Regional Librarywith selected authors nominated for the BC Governor General’s Award
Show your support of the library by becoming a member!
Kindly contact the Friends if you would like information about making a contribution, leaving a bequest or an endowed fund to the Oliver Library in your will, or donating a memorial gift in the name of a loved one. The friends of the oliver Library is a registered society and, as a charitable institution, can issue receipts for income tax purposes.
Mailing Address:Friends of the Oliver LibraryP.O. Box 758Oliver, BCVoH 1To