NEW FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

Alas, we have to replace our fireplace unit ($4500) as parts cannot be obtained for the present one. One of our trustees has generously contributed $500 for this expenditure. Installation date is November 17 and we are looking forward to it as the fireplace is the only source of heat in our meeting room.

LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION BEGINS

The construction on our library roof is nearly complete. The sections of the old ugly metal roof were removed and is being replaced with matching black shingles. The old two story section of the original building had absolutely no insulation so this was blown in. JLS of Camden is our contractor and we are hoping our NYS Library Construction Grant goes through. If you could see what this building looked like when we opened in June 2000, you wouldn't believe it!

SUMMER PROGRESS

Do stop in and see our new sidewalk with steps leading to the Memorial Stone in our Memorial Garden. This is now handicap accessible. This stone is engraved with the names of those who have passed on and in most cases were big supporters of our library. It has been the practice in our small community that their relatives have asked donations be given to the library instead of flowers. We have had their names engraved on this stone.

SUMMER PROGRESS

Do stop in and see our new sidewalk with seps leading to the Memorial Stone in our Memorial Garden. This is now handicap accessible. This stone is engraved with the names of those who have passed on and in most cases were big supporters of our library. It has been the practice in our small community that their relatives have asked donations be given to the library instead of flowers. We have had their names engraved on this stone. Since this photo, black mulch has been added.

SUMMER READING PROGRAM

Our Summer Reading Program continues with story time each Wednesday at

10 a.m. and Teen Group Wednesday evenings at 6:30.

Daddy-O's honors an ice cream cone coupon for each 10 books read and

prizes can be won by obtaining points by reading.

Come in and see all we have to offer!

SUMMER READING PROGRAM KICK-OFF

Mark Monday, July 10 on your calendar. The Williamstown Library will be serving hotdogs and drinks at 6 p.m. with Jeff the Balloon Man entertaining parents and children at 6:30.

Our theme this year is BUILD A BETTER WORLD ... you can register that night or beforehand. We have lots of new interesting books and prizes to be won by reading.

FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENT FROM DENMARK

A life-changing opportunity awaits an APW family willing to host a young high school girl from Denmark. Each year EP High School Exchange Year connects thousands of nternational exchange students with caring host families across the U.S. This exchange brings cultures together, opens communities to the wider world, and creates lifelong friendships that span the globe. If you would be interested or have questions, you can call Leslie LaCrosse at 315-243-0744.

YARD, BOOK, BAKE SALE W/ CHICKEN BBQ WAS A HUGE SUCCESS!

After weeks of hard work, our June 3 sale was a big success. The weather was beautiful (after all the rain we have been experiencing) and the crowds filled the library inside and out. People look forward to this sale every year and we had customers from Pulaski, E. Syracuse, Cleveland, Constantia, Camden, Oneida, Altmar etc. Our bake sale sold out completely and showed the largest profit ever.