Announcement

The Friends of the Edmonds Library (FEL) has officially launched our annual membership drive, and we’re hoping you’ll join us as a member! Between October and December, we plan to reach out to you, fellow Edmondtonians, to help us achieve our membership goals. We’re looking for at least 200 individuals, families, and/or businesses to join…

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Just in time for the start of school this month, we are thrilled to announce the recipients of our annual Graduate Scholarship and local Education and Literacy grant. These investments are supported by our generous members, as well as revenue generated from our book sales and other local fundraisers. Thank you to all of our supporters who…

Continue reading Announcing our annual investment in education

Mary Kay Sneeringer, owner of Edmonds Bookshop, is joining the Friends of the Edmonds Library this Thursday, Sept. 24 for her annual discussion of new books. The discussion will be via Zoom starting at 6 p.m. and is open to the public using the following link. Please join us! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87325192685.

We hope your can join our free, online community program this Thursday, June 25 at 6 PM, featuring Teresa Wippel, founder of the My Neighborhood News Network and Publisher of MyEdmondsNews. Teresa will discuss how local news coverage has changed due to COVID-19. If you plan to attend, please RSVP and submit any questions you may have for our presenter, here. This meeting will be recorded…

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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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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…

Continue reading Comprehensive COVID-19 Resources Available from Sno-Isle Libraries

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.…

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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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Thanks to our community members who participated in the Read! Recommend! Raffle! contest. The winners, and their book recommendations, are below. Addie J.Skin Deep an Interactive Coloring Book, by ScreebeeThis book encourages all ages and all races to understand and accept diversity in a mild manner. It combines old-school with modern technology for a learn-through-play…

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Come celebrate our 40th Anniversary this November 21, 6-8pm at Brigid’s Bottleshop. This event is free and all ages! Light refreshments and door prizes provided.