Minutes of the 9/19/2024 Friends of HPL Meeting
Present: Jen Mabee, Helen Gallagher, Diane Corbin, Irene White, Kathie Clark
| TOPIC | DISCUSSION | ACTION |
| Call to Order | We met from 6 to 7 pm. | |
| Minutes | Approved as amended, having omitted attendees. | Jen, Lorrie, Ellie, Gail, Kathie, Irene, Helen, Liz |
| Financial Report | Beginning and ending balance: $5055.73 | The proposed budget was approved. SAS |
| Librarian’s Report | Lorrie sent a 2-page report outlining the many accomplishments this summer. SAS | |
| Publicity | Helen and Lorrie continue to publicize for us. | |
| School Liaison | Reading buddies are most welcome at SESchool. | |
| Book Club | Liz now coordinator. Next meeting 9/24, 6pm to discuss Vacationland by John Hopkins. | Contact Lorrie to join. 938-4702. |
| Old Business | The display case has a raised platform created by Mr. White. | Ideas for future displays: rocks, gemstones, crystals; bells, stars; antique toys; tins; pets; Depression glass; pitchers; Thanksgiving |
| New Business | This is an election year for the Friends. The proposed slate of officers: President, Jen Mabee VP: Helen Gallagher Secretary: Kathie Clark Treasurer: Publicity: Helen Gallagher Student Representative: | . The Annual Meeting is open to the public, with refreshments beforehand. Irene will contact a possible SR. |
| Note of Interest | The Celtic folk group, House of Hamill, will present a concert in St. Albans Town Hall on 11/16. | Look for details in the RTE. |
| Next Meeting | Our Annual Meeting: Thursday, 10/17/24, 6 pm | Bring a friend! Also, snacks. |
Respectfully submitted,
Kathie Clark, Secretary
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