Friends of the Library
Friends of the Sedona Public Library supports the Sedona Public Library as it strives to encourage literacy, lifelong learning, and the love of reading throughout our diverse community. To enhance the library’s resources, increase the community’s access to information and knowledge. Provide for a vibrant cultural gathering place and cultivate a sense of public involvement through volunteering for the community.
Board Members
Charlene Lipka, President
Leigh Shafer, 1st Vice President
Mary Snyder, 2nd Vice President
Pat Loveless, Secretary
Donna Hawk, Treasurer
San Dee Kinnen, Festival of Wreaths Chair
Jawn McKinley, Trustee
Anne Smith, Trustee
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Book Festival
 The second annual Sedona Book Festival is sponsored by The Well Red Coyote bookstore, Yavapai College, and the Friends of the Sedona Public Library.
It will be held indoors on Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at Sedona's Yavapai College Campus, 4215 Arts Village Drive (at the intersection of Hwy 89A and Cultural Park Place).
Festival admission is free and open to the public.
2010 Guest of Honor: Gary Every
Mr. Every has greatly contributed to the growth and vitality of the Sedona/Verde Valley literary community. He is an author, poet, performer and moderator of the Sedona Writing Salon.
2010 Keynote Speaker: J. Allen Woodman
Mr. Woodman is chairman of the Creative Writing Department at Northern Arizona University and author of six books of fiction and scores of short stories and essays.
Mark Your Calendars! The Friends of the Sedona Public Library are sponsoring a "Dinner in the Stacks" benefit on Friday, October 1, 2010 at 6:30 pm at the Sedona Public Library.
For authors, publishers, individuals, businesses and organizations wishing to exhibit, sell books and sponsor this annual event, registration is now open. Please read registration information before completing a registration form to participate.
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Book Sales
The Friends of Library hold Semiannual books sales that directly fund collection expansion as well as fund children’s as well as other community programs during the year. The books that are offered through these sales come from the existing library collection that are always being replaced and by ongoing donations, from the community.
We also accept donations from those kind patrons and friends who live out of the immediate community and state as well. The donations are tax deductible and depending on the books are at times added to the collection. If you are moving in to or away from the Sedona/ Verde Valley area we will pick up collections that you desire to donate. If you have a special collection that you wish to donate call us or visit the library.
Books can be donated at the circulation desk as you enter the library, just ask, and a volunteer will assist you.
As our donations increase so does our need for volunteers. We are always in need of volunteers that are able to price and shelve your donations. If you have computer and internet experience you can do research for pricing as well as online sales. We have a great need for those who can work the book sales during the day as well early evenings. For those of you who enjoy interacting with friends and a wonderful community who buy these books it is an excellent opportunity to perform a great service. Volunteers who have advertising experience in design and print layout are needed for our advertising in the print and the internet medias.
Volunteers need not spend more than a few hours a week to make an impact for these sales. Whether you are in high school or have extra time on your hands, young or older, we can certainly use you!
Virtual Book Sales: Interesting and unique books are available for purchase by email. The selection is updated frequently.
January
No sale
February
8 - 13: CD's, DVD's, Videos
March
No sale
April
23: Spring Book Sale Preview Night, 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This is open to Friends of the Library Members, Invited Guests, and Volunteers.
24 - May 2: Spring Book Sale: This is open to the Public during regular library hours.
25: Spring Book Sale. This is open to the Public from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
May
2: Spring Book Sale. This is open to the Public from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
June
3: Book Sale to benefit SPL In the Village in the Training Room at the Village Fire Station (corner of Slide Rock Road and W. Cortez, next to the U.S. Post Office), Preview Night, 5 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This is open to Friends of the Library Members, Invited Guests, and Volunteers.
4 - 6: Book Sale to benefit SPL In the Village in the Training Room at the Village Fire Station (corner of Slide Rock Road and W. Cortez, next to the U.S. Post Office). This is open to the Public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m..
14 - 19: TBA
July
No sale
August
9 - 14: TBA
September
No sale
October
15: Fall Book Sale Preview Night, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is open to Friends of the Library Members, Invited Guests, and Volunteers.
16 - 24: Book Sale. This is open to the Public during regular library hours.
17: Book Sale. This is open to the Public from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
24: Book Sale. This is open to the Public from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
November
No sale
December
6 - 11: Gift, Holiday, and Kids books.
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 Festival of Wreaths
Festival of Wreaths is a sale of donated wreaths sponsored by the Friends of the
Sedona Library to raise money for your library. Your support is invaluable and
may be in the form of a wreath, centerpiece, table top tree or a cash donation.
Continuing for 2010 Festival - “People’s Choice Awards” Visitors to the library will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite creation in these categories:
- Best of Show
- Best Creative Use of Materials
- Best Christmas
- Best Non-Traditional
 Don’t be left out of this exciting competition! Award winners will be announced November 30, 2010.
2010 Dates to Remember
- Wreaths received beginning:
- November 12, 2010, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sedona Public Library
- November 12, 2010, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. V.O.C.-Sedona Winds
- Preview Gala and Sale:
- Sunday, November 14, 2010, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. It’s Fun and Festive, so join us for an evening of:
- Wine and Appetizers
- Fabulous Cake
- Musical Entertainment
- Exciting Raffles
 Sale to the Public begins:
- Monday, November 15, 2010 during regular library hours.
Design Specifications
- Materials: Non-perishable items only (dried, silk, preserved, artificial, fabric, yarn, etc.) Use your imagination!
- Durability: Must be sturdy! Be sure all materials are securely fastened to withstand moving, handling, and hanging.
- Mounting: Provide a permanent sturdy wire hanger on the back.
- Style:
Any theme or design. However, due to the short selling time for Fall Wreaths, they are not recommended.
- Quantity: A maximum of two items per donor will be accepted (any combination of wreaths, centerpieces or table top trees).
Have a great time helping your library!
For more information, contact event chairman SanDee Kinnen at 928-203-4363.
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How to Join
To support the goals of the Friends, you are cordially invited to join. To do so, please send a check or money order for the appropriate dues level to the following address:
Friends of the Sedona Library
PO Box 268
Sedona, AZ 86339
If you are in town please come to the Library and visit us. We also accept cash and Credit Card services are available for your convenience.
Membership levels and their associated annual dues are as follows:
Level |
Dues |
*Individual |
$15.00 |
| *Family |
$25.00 |
*Sponsor |
$50.00 |
Patron |
$100.00 |
Benefactor |
$250.00 |
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* Asterisked membership levels are not available to business organizations.
Included with the membership are:
- Reduced or waved library fines
- Previews of events prior to public opening.
- Discounts on all FOL Merchandise
- Friends quarterly Newsletter
Friends of the Sedona Public Library is; a 501(c) 3 nonprofit corporation. Donations and memberships are deductible to the full extent allowable by law.
Please note if you are interested in Joining or Volunteering:
- Friends of the Library Board
- Book Sale Committee/ Volunteer
- Sedona Book Festival Committee/ Volunteer
- Festival of the Wreaths Committee/ Volunteer
- Library Volunteers
- Special Events Volunteers
Tax Deductible Annual Membership is January 1 to December 31.
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Donations
To make a donation to the Sedona Public Library, please print and fill out the form below. Make checks payable to Sedona Public Library.
You can drop them off at the Library or mail to:
Sedona Public Library
3250 White Bear Road
Sedona, AZ 86336
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Contact Friends of the Library
By Email:charlenelipka@gmail.com
By Phone: 928-274-5124
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