Friends of the Library
Fundraisers and Events
July Events
July 10th - Crystal Ridge Supper Market 5pm-9pm
Crystal Beach Waterfront Park
August Events
August 30th - Crystal Beach End of Summer Parade 1pm
Save the date:
Saturday Oct 4th Giant Used Book Sale
Crystal Ridge Branch
Who We Are!
The Friends support the Fort Erie Public Library through advocacy, fundraising, and community engagement, helping to keep it a vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming space for all.
Over the past 10 years, we have given over $91,000 to the Fort Erie Public Library branches. These funds have supported various initiatives, including programming, book club kits, the Library of Things, Playaway Launchpads, and recently the Cantook French digital program.
Used Book Drive
The Friends are now accepting donations for our upcoming sale! We gladly welcome gently used books, DVDs, and CDs.
Please note: We cannot accept items that are yellowed, moldy, or damaged. Thank you for understanding.
Donations can be dropped off on Tuesdays from 3 PM to 7 PM at the Crystal Ridge Branch.
Donate
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Complete this form to join or donate to the friends of the library. Return the form to any branch of the Library.
Donate by Mail:
Friends of the Fort Erie Public Library
c/o Fort Erie Public Library
136 Gilmore Road, Fort Erie L2A 2M1
The Friends of the Fort Erie Public Library is a registered Canadian charity. Donations to the Friends of the Fort Erie Public Library are eligible for a tax receipt. Our BN/Registration Number is 82481 3976 RR0001.
Membership
Through our dedicated efforts, the Friends of the Fort Erie Public Library play an important role in fostering a strong connection between the library and the community.
As a member, you will:
- Join a group of dedicated volunteers who are passionate about supporting the Fort Erie Public Library
- Participate in local community led events
- Help organize and take part in fundraising initiatives
Annual Family Membership $20
Annual Adult Membership $10
Annual Student Membership $5
Executive Members
| First Name | Last Name | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| Susan | Jacobs | President |
| Lynne | Kumagai | Vice President |
| Jude | Campbell | Treasurer |
| Bev | Goodman | Executive at Large |
| Carolyn | Cybulski | Secretary |
| Marcia | Feiertag | Executive at Large |
Meetings
Friends of the Fort Erie Public Library meetings are held at the Centennial Branch at 4pm. All are welcome
January 14, 2025
March 11, 2025
April 8, 2025 (Annual General Meeting)
May 13, 2025
June 10, 2025 (Annual Picnic - Old Fort Erie 1pm)
September 9, 2025
October 14, 2025
November 11, 2025
Achievements
Our Donations to the Library
2025$4000 Summer Programming $4000 Programming
$1100 Cantook French Digital Library
2024
$5000 Lecterns, Library of Things
$1500 for Playaway Launchpads
$5000 for seniors, adults, and children's programming
$2000 given for the "Library of Things" and 2 iPad stands
2023
$2000 given for children’s programs
$2000 for virtual reality system for programming
2022
$650 for book club kits in memory of Beryl Smith
$2400 for children’s activity stations in memory of Christopher Madden
$2000 for children’s programming
$500 to replenish books in Rinkside Reading nook
2021
$1500 for a music lending library of instruments and learning materials $6000 for a mobile kitchen for cooking programs with a gift from the estate of Lee and Lois Remington
$4000 for children’s programming
2020
$2472 for adult reading area in memory of Mrs. Louise Coshan
$2000 for children’s programming
$4000 for book club kits for all ages
2019
$4000 grant received from Retired Teachers of Ontario, donated for Homebound Delivery Program
$500 grant received from Niagara Community Foundation, donated for Tween Club furniture
$8000 for special Children’s feature with proceeds from Art Sale for Children’s Literacy
$3000 for children’s programming
$500 to replenish books in Rinkside Reading nook
2018
$2500 for children’s programming
$500 to update books in Rinkside Reading nook
2017
$4069 for Rinkside Reading nook at Crystal Ridge Arena
$2000 for children’s summer programming
2016
$4000 for adult and children’s programs
$3000 grant received from Retired Teachers of Ontario
2015
$4974 for toddler play wall
Reports
| Annual Report | 2024 | view |
| Treasurer's Report | 2024 | view |
| Annual Report | 2023 | view |
| Treasurer's Report | 2023 | view |
| Annual Report | 2022 | pg 1 pg 2 |
| Treasurer's Report | 2022 | view |
| Annual Report | 2021 | pg 1 pg 2 |
| Treasurer's Report | 2021 | view |
| Annual Report | 2020 | pg 1 pg 2 |
| Treasurer's Report | 2020 | view |
| President's Report | 2019 | pg 1 pg 2 |
| Treasurers Report | 2019 | view |
| President's Report | 2018 | pg 1 pg 2 |
| President's Report | 2017 | pg 1 pg 2 |
| President's Report | 2016 | pg 1 pg 2 |
| President's Report | 2015 | view |
