The Friends of the Takoma Park Maryland Library fall 2020 newsletter is out. In this issue: FTPML Treasurer Walter Mulbry receives award for his Little Free Libraries; FTPML President's report; Meet the FTPML board; Library Director Ellen Arnold-Robbins to retire after 47 years; Children's programs during the pandemic; Library operations during the pandemic; Mayoral candidates … Continue reading Fall 2020 Newsletter
Candidate Conversations
This spring, the Takoma Park City Council voted unanimously to authorize funding for the second stage of the Takoma Park Maryland Library renovation project design and construction estimate, which will be presented to the City Council in the fall of 2020. As we near a critical juncture in the Library’s future, the Friends found it … Continue reading Candidate Conversations
The Big Book Club is Back in Business!
“Hooray! One of the pillars of literate society, the Takoma Park Big Book Club, is back in business!” Thus Phil Schewe, the club’s organizer and host, announces its revival. The book, chosen almost a year ago, is Toni Morrison’s novel, “Beloved.” First published in 1987, it is once again back on the New York Times … Continue reading The Big Book Club is Back in Business!
A Review of 2019-2020
The following is from the President's Report from the recently-released 2019-2020 FTPML Annual Report. The Friends of the Takoma Park Maryland Library is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization that supports our community library. Each year, the Friends of the Takoma Park Maryland Library engages with members and the Takoma Park community to promote and fund the library’s incredible … Continue reading A Review of 2019-2020
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