The following includes current assumptions regarding FEL operations as Sno-Isle Libraries begins a phased approach to re-opening community library locations. Please note that all recommendations developed by the FEL board are designed to comply with local public health guidelines, as well as parameters established by Sno-Isle Libraries for all of the Friends groups and volunteers across the system. We…
Please join us for our first-ever virtual member meeting on Thursday, May 28 at 2PM via Zoom! Members will receive all relevant log-in and tech-support details via email prior to the meeting. Not a member? No problem – simply join here and you’ll be added to our membership contact list! In November, Scriber Lake High School teacher Marjie Bowker…
“Endurance: Shackleton’s Incredible Voyage,” by Alfred Lansing (Non-Fiction) Review submitted by Peter Kelley, FEL Member We are in such a strange time, I find getting lost in an old favorite book can be a small comfort. So I’m here to write about an old book I’ve liked for years — a story of courage and persistence…
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A library can never have too many friends. For over 40 years, the Friends of the Edmonds Library has built community support for Edmonds Library programs and services. Have you used a computer at the library? Friends contribute to that quality equipment. Have you admired the plants or freshwater aquarium? Friends provide the monetary support to maintain these amenities.…
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“Boundless: Tracing Land and Dream in A New Northwest Passage” by Kathleen Winter (Non-Fiction) Review submitted by Chris Walton, FEL Treasurer This is a fascinating present-day memoir told by the author who, in her 50s, decides to take a voyage on a small ship from Greenland through the Northwest Passage. Taking place above the Arctic Circle, Kathleen…
The Sno-Isle Libraries system has made available updated resources to support the community as the “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order has been extended through May 4, 2020. Please share these resources with your friends and neighbors who may benefit! A detailed Coronavirus Resources & Information page is now available, including guidance for economic recovery, remote learning and family…
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The Edmonds community is strong. The proactive response of our local institutions to the COVID-19 pandemic is inspiring. From the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce, to the City Council and our Edmonds School District, and ALL of the hardworking community members they represent – everybody is adapting to our changing reality as best they can. Our amazing Edmonds Library is no exception.…
After a brief 6-day period of time during the holiday week, the remodeling of the On-Going Sales area in the Library was completed! We are now accepting book donations. We are already receiving many positive comments from our patrons regarding the new shelving. Thank-you to all of the community members and volunteers who made this…
The Ongoing Book Sale space at the Edmonds Library is supported entirely by Friends of the Edmonds Library volunteers, as well as community members who donate and purchase books there. Library customers will notice some changes in this space in the near future, as the Friends make way for brand new shelving to accommodate more…
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Thank you to our members and volunteers who came out to celebrate our 40th Anniversary. The slideshow we played is available here: Friends of the Edmonds Library 40th Anniversary – 1979-2019 My Edmonds News coverage: Friends of Edmonds Library celebrates 40 years of support for community literacy
