HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-10-16 Proclamation
NATIONAL FRIENDS OF LIBRARIES WEEK
PROCLAMATION FOR THE FRIENDS OF THE BANGOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
WHEREAS, Friends of the Bangor Public Library raise money that enables our library to
move from good to great--providing the resources for additional programming,
much needed equipment, support for children’s summer reading, and special
events throughout the year; and
WHEREAS, the work of the Friends highlights on an on-going basis the fact that our
library is the cornerstone of the community providing opportunities for all to
engage in the joy of life-long learning and connect with the thoughts and ideas
of others from ages past to the present; and
WHEREAS, the Friends understand the critical importance of well funded libraries and
advocate to ensure that our library gets the resources it needs to provide a
wide variety of services to all ages including access to print and electronic
materials, along with expert assistance in research, readers’ advisory, and
children’s services; and
WHEREAS, the Friends’ gift of their time and commitment to the library sets an example
for all in how volunteerism leads to positive civic engagement and the
betterment of our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Bangor City Council proclaims October
20-26, 2013, as Friends of Libraries week in Bangor, Maine and urges everyone to join the
Friends of the Library and thank them for all they do to make our library and community so
much better.
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Given this the 16 day of October, 2013.
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Nelson E. Durgin, Mayor