About Friends of the Library
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Friends of the Larchmont Public?
A: The Friends of the Larchmont Public Library, an independent, not-for-profit 503(c), was established in 1976 to provide financial and volunteer support for the Larchmont Public Library.
Q: Why is it needed?
A: Government funding alone does not finance all of the needs and cultural events that make our Library such a special community resource for all ages.
Q: What does The Friends of the Larchmont Public Library do?
A: The Friends supplies funding for, among other things:
Numerous museum passes that allow library patrons to visit specific museums in New York City, Manhattan, Westchester County, Dutchess County, Putnam County, Orange County and Greenwich for free.
Regular Sunday afternoon in-person programs for the public, including refreshments.
Funding as needed for the library, including upgraded Wi-Fi, furniture for the staff rooms, the teen space and the children’s room and iPad and telescopes for the children’s room.
Funding to greatly expand the library’s book, magazine and e-book collection.
Sponsored annual events in the past, such as the winter Mini-Golf in the library, spring Spelling Bee and Halloween Scarecrow Festival.
Q: Who makes up the Friends of the Library?
A:
Leigh Marchant, President
Sedona Gaspard, Executive Vice President
Ryan Doherty, Vice President — Membership
Jaclyn Pare, Vice President — Programs
Leah Katznelson, Vice President — Communications
Marshall Jaffe — Secretary
Michael Bloom — Treasurer
Directors: Reba Appelson, Elinor Berlin, David Calkins, Ryan Doherty, Liza Eaton, Rachel Hazan, Diana Hechler, Brian Ingram, Patricia Melrose, Wendy Raso, Aron Schreier, Ji Ying Sze
Q: Are there qualifications to serve in the organization?
A: A love of libraries, books and helping out in the community! If you’re interested please email: friendsoflarchmontlibrary@gmail.com
Q: How often does The Friends meet?
A: Approximately five times a year, with a break in the summer.
Q: Can I help in any other way?
A: Yes! Please donate to become a member of the Friends of the Library. Thank you!