Library’s Open House Was a Huge Success

10/01/2022

Over 250 local residents attended the Library’s Open House on Saturday, October 1, where they learned about all the Lincoln Public Library has to offer, enjoyed a free pizza dinner and received tickets for a chance to win generous gift baskets. And, 55 people signed up for library cards! FOLL is very pleased to host this event for the library and thanks the many volunteers and community contributors that helped make the Open House such a success. [October 2022]

FOLL Hosts James L’Etoile Author Event

09/29/2022

On-site author events have returned to the library and FOLL was there to greet attendees and offer refreshments. Looking forward to more of these events in the future. Pictured: Author, James L’Etoile.

FOLL’s Community Outreach Director Honored By Kiwanis

09/03/2022

On September 3rd, Linda Derosier, our own Community Outreach Director, was honored by the Kiwanis Club of Lincoln Foothills with its 2022 Community Volunteer Award. Congratulation, Linda! [September 2022]

Kathryn Hunt Nominated for “I Love My Librarian” Award

09/02/2022

FOLL nominated Library Director Kathryn Hunt for the 2023 “I Love My Librarian” award sponsored by the American Library Association. Each year, up to ten librarians are selected for this award, which comes with a $5,000 cash award. Thank you, Kathryn, for all you do to ensure Lincoln has access to a wealth of programs, events, services, and a robust collection of books and other materials. Awards will be announced in January 2023. [September 2022]

FOLL Attends Children’s Day at the Fowler Ranch Farmer’s Market

08/28/2022

At the Fowler Ranch Farmer’s Market on August 28th, we were able to make contact with so many people from Lincoln, Rocklin and Roseville – it was an amazing turnout for the first children’s day at this market. Our Plinko game was never still and we almost ran out of prizes! This little girl was so proud of her new library card, she just had to take it out of her purse and show us. Thanks to Denise and Kristen Fowler for planning this fun day. [August 2022]

FOLL Attends Lincoln Hills Foundation Bingo Fundraiser

08/25/2022

FOLL Board and FOLL members showed their support and appreciation of the Lincoln Hills Foundation by attending its August 25th Bingo event. All had a good time and two of our group were bingo winners – FOLL President Jo Jones and FOLL Membership Director Linda Morley. [August 2022]

FOLL Promotes Library at August Summer Concert in the Plaza

08/24/2022

FOLL volunteers were again promoting the library at the August 26th Summer Concert in the Plaza. We gave away free books and DVD prizes to children playing our Plinko game, gained a new member to FOLL, and spread the word about library card holder benefits. Shout out to the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce for putting on this community event. [August 2022]

Library and FOLL at National Night Out 2022

08/01/2022

Library Director Kathryn Hunt joined our FOLL duo, Linda Derosier and Linda Morley, at McBean Park for Lincoln’s National Night Out. Those who visited our booth learned about all the Lincoln Public Library has to offer and how FOLL helps make this happen. Some even received their library cards. [August 2022]

FOLL at Back to School Bash 2022

07/30/2022

Saturday, July 30th, FOLL was again promoting the library at Beermanns Plaza — this time at the Back to School Bash 2022. We enjoy sharing our love of the library and all the library has to offer community. Look for us at future community events. [July 2022

FOLL Presents $5,000 to City of Lincoln

07/26/2022

At the July 26 Lincoln City Council meeting, Community Outreach Director Linda Derosier and Hospitality Director Whitney Eklund made a presentation on FOLL’s activities and presented the City of Lincoln with a check for $5,000 for staff time devoted to Mother Goose on the Loose and Family Movie Night programs. [Pictured: City Council Members and FOLL Board Members] [July 2022]

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