Member news
Newsletters
View LBLF newsletters in PDF form. Click the link to see a preview, then download if you choose to read a larger version: September 2010 December 2010 March 2011 August 2011 March 2012
About LBLF
Lochwood Branch Library Friends, est. 1996 as Casa View Library Friends During the summer of 1996, Casa View Library was closed for remodeling. And yet, in response to a call for support from librarian Mary Lee York of the Casa View Public Library, neighbors from the East Dallas community gathered to form an auxiliary group [...]
What We Do
We are proud of our accomplishments! Countless hours of volunteer service to make your library attractive and functional Thousands of books, CDs, and DVDs purchased for patron use Children’s furniture, racks, and cases Extra magazine subscription bought by Friends contributors Free public events featuring educators and humorists Programs for adults, teens, and children Free family [...]
Founding Members Honored
Rosie and Gene Meysenburg were honored in February with a reception and awarded lifetime membership in LBLF and a certificate of appreciation. From the inception of the group, the couple has actively supported the organization; starting by calling for the first meeting in 1996, at which the group was originally formed. Gene programmed and provides [...]
Helen Brock Remembered
In Memoriam… the Friends say a fond farewell to Helen Brock. Past board member, book club member, and longtime library patron, Helen’s memory was honored with the purchase of a whimsical story-time rug. The children’s library was a special passion of hers. The purchase was funded with commemorative donations.
Spring 2010 Friends Events
Flix at the library Free movies at the library were a hit during spring break 2010. Lochwood Branch Library Friends obtained the special license to show films in the Black Box Theater. They also sold snacks and drinks during the films. Donors step up Bridging a recent budget gap, 32 magazine subscriptions that were cut [...]
Membership
You can help to support Your Library! Join Lochwood Branch Library Friends We support the Lochwood Branch Library through volunteer services and fundraising. Books sales, membership dues, and donations are our main sources of support. ALL proceeds directly benefit the library. LBLF funds services and purchases not covered in the library budget. Member Benefits Admission [...]
Supporters
The Friends’ accomplishments are the work of many talented people, like you. 2011 Executive Board: President: Lee Loudermilk Vice President: Jeanne Guerra Pat Winkler: Treasurer Carolyn Bush: Secretary Board of Directors: Carolyn Bush Nancy Friedel Myrna Gorchoff Jeanne Guerra Margo Klein Lee Loudermilk Jack Martin Lili Ornelas Barbara St. Clair Ginnie Salter Pat Winkler 2011 [...]
Web site development
Getting our Friends online The Lochwood Library Friends web site launched on June 24th. You are encouraged to contribute news, photos, history, and ideas. Please send your messages by email to Nancy Friedel: nancy@planoart.com