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The Executive Board of the Friends of the Lynnfield Library cordially invite all members of the organization and members of the Lynnfield Community to attend our Annual Meeting on Monday, June 13th at 6:30 p.m. on the Mezzanine at the Library. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the Friends, meet members ofContinue reading “Friends of the Lynnfield Library Annual Meeting – June 13, 2016 at 6:30 pm.”

Library Director Nancy Ryan retired at the end of April after 20 years at the library, with seven (7) of them at the helm.  She will be missed by library staff, patrons, Trustees and Friends of the Library, many of us who got to know her personally.   In an article dated May 11, 2016, The Lynnfield Villager summed up Nancy’s contributions nicely, printing comments from communityContinue reading “Library Director Nancy Ryan Retires”

The Friends of the Lynnfield Library Spring Book Sale will take place this Saturday, May 21 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on the Town Common.    Traditionally the sale items include a large assortment of gently used books and other media materials, ready for appreciative new owners.  So, remember us this weekend and pay a visitContinue reading “Friends of the Library Final Countdown to Spring Book Sale”

A warm welcome was extended to Holly Mercer at a reception Tuesday. She is settling into her position as the new Director of the Lynnfield Library. The Friends look forward to supporting her as advocates for the Lynnfield Public Library. From left to right: Janine Saldanha, (past President), Faith Honor-Coakley (Library Trustee), Holly Mercer (LibraryContinue reading “Welcome Reception for Library Director Holly Mercer”

                                  April 29, 2016 from 3-7 p.m. Chico’s ~ 325 MarketStreet, Lynnfield Make a purchase and when you checkout, please mention the Friends of the Lynnfield Library and we will receive 10% of net sales. Chico’s carries a wide selection of high quality casual, dressy and designer clothes, shoes, accessories,Continue reading “Friends of the Lynnfield Library Chico’s Fundraiser”

Be prepared for a FUNdraiser with hilarious sets by professional comedians, delicious hearty hors d’oeuvres, cash bar for beer, wine, and our signature cocktail, “The Punchline.” Expect lots of laughs at this fun evening of community and comedy — don’t miss it! Ages 21 and over only (sorry, the kids stay home this time). TicketsContinue reading “Tickets on Sale Now for Laughter in the Lynnfield Library!”

Young readers gather in front of the Meeting House with selections from the Lynnfield Library’s new picture book acquisitions. The Friends of the Lynnfield Library Fall Used Book Sale is upcoming on Friday, October 16 (6 – 8pm preview for Friends only) and October 17, (9 am – 2 pm, open to everyone). We’re expectingContinue reading “Friends of the Library Fall Used Book Sale”

Get psyched for a FUNdraiser with hilarious sets by professional comedians, delicious hearty hors d’oeuvres, cash bar for beer, wine, and our signature cocktail, “The Punchline.” Expect lots of laughs — don’t miss it! Ages 21 and over only. Tickets will be available at the Library, 18 Summer Street, Lynnfield, beginning September 18. $35/person. Date and TimeContinue reading “Laughter in the Lynnfield Library”

As we can quote President Priscilla March, “All in all, it’s been a good year for the Friends of the Lynnfield Library.” The annual meeting is a great chance to recap the events of the year and strategize for the future.  In her address, Priscilla focused on the three major ways the Friends raise fundsContinue reading “Friends of the Lynnfield Library 2015 Annual Meeting”