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Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Novi Public Library is a dynamic group of individuals dedicated to supporting the Novi Public Library. Almost 575 members strong, the Friends assist the library through fundraising activities, volunteer work, and public presentations.
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Friends of the Library Newsletter
"Among Friends" is a quarterly publication of the Friends of the Novi Public Library.
Current Newsletter
Summer 2010 Newsletter
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Friend's By-Laws
To learn more about the Friend's By-Laws, go here.
Join the Friends
Do you know that the Friends of the Library are one of the biggest supporters of the library and that they provide funds for special programs, as well as other library needs that your tax dollars do not cover? Find out today how you can become an individual Friends of the Library member for just $10 or include your whole family for just $15. For more information, stop by the Book Nook or contact friends@novilibrary.org.
New categories of special family and business Friends' memberships will be offered as part of tan ambitious membership drive. A new website will be created to help publicize all of the 50th Anniversary Jubilee activities. Watch for more details to follow!
Membership Categories
Individual » $10/year
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Friend » $50/year
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Family » $15/year
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Contributing » $100/year
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Contributing » $30/year
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Sustaining » $150/year
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Sustaining » $50/year
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Patron » $200/year
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Benefactor » $100/year
Teen » $5/year
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Print out a copy of the Friends of the Novi Public Library membership form.
Friends Leadership
Front, left to right: Carol Bauer, Marilyn Amberger, Vicky McLean, Donna Pace, Kathleen Jolly.
Rear, left to right: Jerry Bauer, Jim McLean.
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President: Vicky McLean
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Vice President: Carol Bauer
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Treasurer: Donna Pace
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Recording Secretary: Marilyn Amberger
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Members at Large: Jerry Bauer, Kathleen Jolly, Jim McLean
Book Sale Fundraiser
In recent years, the Friends' fundraising activities have raised over $14,000 for the library. The Friends' major fundraiser is the library's ongoing used book sale, located in the library's meeting room. Proceeds from Friends' fundraising events have been used to purchase furniture and computer equipment, as well as to support our summer reading program for children. The Friends also sponsor a scholarship for graduating seniors at Novi High School. Book sale prices effective August 20, 2007.
Book Nook Price List
Hardcover
Large Softcover
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$1.00
$1.00
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Softcover
Softcover Romance
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$0.50
$0.50 or 3/$1.00
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Children's Hardcover
Children's Softcover
Children's in Tub
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$1.00
$0.50
$0.10 or $0.25
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VHS
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$0.25
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DVD
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$2.00
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Book-on-Tape
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$1.00
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Compact Disc
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$1.00
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Book-on-Disc
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$1.00/disc or
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price as marked
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Specially Priced Books
Newer Fiction and Non-Fiction, Specialty and Gift Quality Books - price as marked in glass cases.
Upcoming Friends Programs
The Friends of the Novi Public Library sponsors an ongoing series of special programs. These unique, entertaining presentations feature something for everyone! All programs are free. Seating is limited, so please register online, at the library, or call the library for reservations at (248) 349-0720.
Lights! Camera! Action! Making Movies in Michigan
- Tuesday, September 21, 2010 from 7-8:30 pm in the Large Meeting Room
- Hollywood has come to the heartland! Scenes shot in Novi have made it to the silver screen. Over 35 films started production in Michigan within the two last years increasing demand for creative talent and technical expertise, providing jobs and local investment. A representative of the Michigan Production Alliance, founded by Novi resident Mark Adler, will speak on the state of the film industry in Michigan.
50th Jubilee Celebration
- Friday, October 8, 2010, 6-9:00 pm in the Large Meeting Room
- Join the Friends as we showcase our 50 year history and long time contributing members! Author Thomas Lynch will be featured, as well as refreshments, silent auction, and live music performed by Ara Topouzian .
- For ticket and registration information, visit the Friends' Book Nook or email the Friends at friends@novilibrary.org.
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Great Lakes Shipwrecks: Exploring Underwater Treasures
- Tuesday, November 16, 2010, 7-8:30 pm in the Large Meeting Room
- Joel Stone, curator at the Dossin Great Lakes Museum, will speak about the exploration of the thousands of ships that lay, like time capsules, beneath the waves of the Great Lakes. Adventurers, archaeologists, mariners, and historians are exploring these sunken ships and discovering their hidden treasures. Program features fabulous photos and underwater video.
Melodies of the Holiday Season
- Wednesday, December1, 2010, 7-8:00 pm in the Large Meeting Room
- A fantastic musical review of winter and holiday songs to start the season on the right note. The Friends of the Novi Library are partnering with the Friends of the Novi Civic Theatre to present this wonderful evening to you. Bring the whole family!
Friends Monthly Meetings
Friends Board Meetings are held from 7-9:00 PM in the Board Room, on the second Wednesday of each month.
Contact the Friends
Do you have questions, comments, or ideas for the Friends? We'd love to hear from you! Let us know what's on your mind by sending us an email at friends@novilibrary.org.
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