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This resolution recognizes October 21-27, 2018, as National Friends of Libraries Week in New York State.
Why it matters
Highlights the critical role Friends of Libraries groups play. in raising funds and providing resources for programming, equipment, and youth services—functions that directly impact the breadth and quality of library offerings in local communities.
Underscores the importance of advocacy for well-funded libraries,. recognizing that volunteer groups not only support libraries financially but also work to ensure libraries remain accessible and responsive to community needs for all ages.
Celebrates volunteerism and civic engagement,. showing how individuals working together through Friends groups can lead to tangible improvements in local services and foster a stronger sense of community ownership and involvement.
Acknowledges the evolving and growing presence. of Friends of Libraries organizations within New York State, emphasizing their expanding influence and the sustained value they bring to both libraries and the communities they serve.
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Honor Friends of Libraries Week
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Assembly Resolution No. 1197 BY: M. of A. Bronson RECOGNIZING October 21-27, 2018, as National Friends of Libraries Week WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in participating in nationally declared weeks of recognition of important groups; and… Show allHide
Assembly Resolution No. 1197 BY: M. of A. Bronson RECOGNIZING October 21-27, 2018, as National Friends of Libraries Week WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in participating in nationally declared weeks of recognition of important groups; and WHEREAS, October 21-27, 2018, has been declared National Friends of Libraries Week by United for Libraries, American Library Association; and WHEREAS, Libraries are the cornerstone of the community, providing opportunities for all to engage in lifelong learning and connecting with others; and WHEREAS, Friends of Libraries groups help to raise money which provides resources for programming, equipment, support for youth services, and special events throughout the year; and WHEREAS, Friends of Libraries groups understand the importance of well-funded libraries and advocate to ensure that libraries get the resources they need to provide a wide variety of services to all ages, including access to print and electronic materials, expert assistance in research, readers' advisory, and youth services; and WHEREAS, Friends of Libraries groups also provide in-kind services for programming, building and grounds care, and representation at events; and WHEREAS, The dedicated members of these groups demonstrate how volunteerism can lead to positive civic engagement and the betterment of local communities; and WHEREAS, The Friends of Libraries Section of the New York Library Association is celebrating its 4th year as a full NYLA section, previously a Roundtable of NYLA, and its 26th year in service to New York State Friends groups; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to recognize October 21-27, 2018, as National Friends of Libraries Week; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the New York Library Association.
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