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FRIENDS OF THE PAHRUMP COMMUNITY LIBRARY
MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 6, 2010
OFFICERS: Ed Sepulveda, Pres., Edward Underhill, V.P., Marie Long , Treas.,
Helene Campton Recording Sec., and Mary Costello, Corresponding Sec.
The meeting was called to order by President Ed Sepulveda at 9:25 AM at
the Pahrump Community Library meeting room. Fourteen members were
in attendance; Ed Underhill was absent. The Pledge of Allegiance
was voiced by all.
The minutes of the January 9, 2009 meeting were approved as read.
Treasurers Report: Marie Long reported an opening balance of $4565.08,
and a closing balance of $4,165.59. There was a total of $114.00
deposited; $55.00 for membership and $59.00 in book sales.
Expenses: $11.69 to Marilyn Christensen, $9.87 to Mary Costello,
$324.76 to Southwest Specialdees, $17.22 to Ed Sepulveda, and $150.00
to Valley Signs for a total of $513.49.
Librarian’s Report: Susan Wonderly reported that the library is
extremely busy and that consolidation of the meeting rooms is necessary
to accommodate all the groups that want to use them, plus the yoga for
kids has displaced groups also. Susan also reported that the
library is looking into purchasing a small table, possibly at Wal-Mart
(possibly something for the wish list). Dan McArthur said that
the library should budget 10% less spending this year and that the
library may need to look to the FOL for financial help this year.
Checkouts have been very strong due to the bad economy. People
are relying more on the library for their entertainment and information
needs. The new book baskets are working well and Ed Sepulveda
purchased plaques that adhere to the baskets which state the FOL
purchased this item for the library. (Bigger plaques were also
purchased for future use on larger items as well) There was a
discussion on how people could access the library’s website to find
audio books. Right now there is no specific data base just for
that category. A person must search by author or title and then
see if it’s offered as an audio selection. Maybe Mandy can look
into this when updating software.
Library Board Report: Bob Alvis is no longer on the board.
Committee Reports:
Friends book store: Phyllis Alvis reported that money has been missing
from the cash box 3 weeks in a row. Susan also reported that
money has been missing as well. Phyllis also reported she called
all the volunteers and she lost one, but gained one. She has some
opening: Tuesdays from noon to 4pm and Thursdays from 9am-11:30am or
after 2pm to closing. There were donations of 5 boxes of
books. Someone donated books and Phyllis realized that personal
family bibles were included so she is holding onto them.
Historian: There was nothing to report.
Hospitality: Nothing was reported at this time.
Membership: Connie is no longer membership chair. No volunteer has come forward to fill in.
Programs/Speakers: Ed Underhill is still recuperating from
surgery. Our speaker for February is Brian K. Shoemake. Ed
U. will work on speakers for March, April, and May.
Website: Dennis Suter will report back how many hits the website gets this month.
Announcements: The National Friends of Libraries Week is October 18-24, 2010.
The next Friends of the Library meeting will be at 9:15AM, March 6, 2010.
Unfinished business: Ed Sepulveda handed out the new chamber maps with
our advertising in it to each member who came today. The chamber
gave us 25 maps for free because FOL bought an ad. These maps
will be good for the next 2 years, and will cost $2.50 to the general
public.
FOL paid Southwest Specialdees $324.76 for book bags. We will
sell them for $10.00 a piece and we gave Susan 20 to sell in the
library.
Refreshments for March will be Susan Wonderly and Joan Lewis for April.
New Business: Mary Costello put together a survey based on what the
board discussed at their last meeting. It will be sent out by
email, mail, and put on the webpage. Member input will be
extremely important, and it can be sent back anonymously. Meeting
attendance has been down so this may help us understand why.
Ed S. reported that the FOL will be having their book sale at the
Pahrump Nugget Casino. They have graciously donated one of their event
rooms to us. Set up will be Thursday March 25th after
1:00pm. The sale will be March 26th and 27th; times to be 9:00am-
5:00pm and 9:00am-3:00pm respectively. Clean-up will be
immediately afterwards on the 27th because another group needs the room
at 5:00pm. There will be no buck-a-bag this time as the books
being offered at this sale are in almost new condition. Phyllis
will schedule volunteers, and will contact Donna LaDuke who is in
charge of advertising.
The Pahrump Valley Time donated a case of books. There are 300
books titled: Screw Nevada, A Cartoon Chronicle of the Yucca Mountain
Controversy. Members were encouraged to take a copy.
A motion was passed to participate in the Chamber of Commerce’s Biz
Expo. Set-up will be Thursday, April 22nd from noon to 6:00pm and
Friday, April 23rd from 9:00am- 11:45am. It will be open to the
public Friday 23rd from noon to 7:00pm and Saturday 24th from 9:00am to
5:00pm . Break down will be Saturday 24th after 5pm and /or
Sunday 25th 9:00am to 4:00pm. The cost for a non- profit
organization is $150.00 for a 6’X 8’ table. There will be a
$100.00 refundable deposit.
Wish List: In the ALTAFF magazine Ed S. found an article for Books for
Babies kits. He thought Brenda may be interested in this for the
children’s reading program.
Adjournment: At 10:20AM.
Minutes respectfully submitted,
Helene Campton
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FRIENDS OF THE PAHRUMP COMMUNITY LIBRARY
MINUTES OF JANUARY 9, 2010
OFFICERS: Ed Sepulveda, Pres., Edward Underhill , V.P., Marie Long , Treas.,
Helene Campton Recording Sec., and Mary Costello, Corresponding Sec.
The meeting was called to order by President Ed Sepulveda at 9:20 AM.
at the Pahrump Community Library meeting room. Nineteen
members were in attendance; Ed Underhill was absent. The Pledge
of Allegiance was voiced by all.
The minutes of the December 5, 2009 meeting were approved with the
following corrections: Suzi Schoonover and Drexel Firby took part in
the wreath planning/ decorating for the Festival of Trees.
Treasurers Report: Marie Long reported an opening balance of $4,623.37,
and a closing balance of $4,565.08. There was a total of $465.00
deposited; $160.00 for membership and $305.00 in book sales.
Expenses: $40.00 for Dan Rodriguez for books,$90.00 for the Pahrump
Chamber of Commerce, and $393.29 for Demco.
Librarian’s Report: Susan Wonderly reported a security camera was
stolen. She also mentioned that an audit was done at the last
board meeting and due to the bad economy less taxes would be collected
and that is money the library will definitely miss. There will be
an inservice day for the employees; they will get a refresher on
library policies and they will also learn about Facebook. Susan
requested more book bags from the Friends as the library’s supply is
exhausted.
Library Board Report: Bob Alvis noted that Dan McArthur did the audit.
The next meeting of the board will be January 11th at 10:00AM.
Committee Reports:
Friends book store: Phyllis Alvis reported that the book room has
picked up. They have sold several sets of encyclopedias, even
half sets.
Historian: We received a thank you note from BeeHive assisted living
for dropping off the Reader’s Digest large print magazines to their
residents. Nathan Adelson Hospice also sent a thank you for our
participation in Festival of Trees.
Hospitality: Nothing was reported at this time.
Membership: Connie is no longer membership chair.
Marsha Underhill has said she is willing to help, but she has several
classes she is trying to complete. It will be necessary to find
someone to chair this position.
Programs/Speakers: Ed Underhill is still recuperating from surgery.
Announcements: The Pahrump Valley Times has donated several boxes
of books. We are taking 2 boxes; each box contains 300 copies of
the same book.. The subjects are Yucca Mountain and Las Vegas .
A March book sale is a possibility if we get more donations to make it worth the effort.
The next Friends of the Library meeting will be at 9:15AM, February 6, 2010.
Unfinished business: It was suggested that our agendas be printed in a larger font.
New Business: Refreshments for February will be Joan, and March will be Susan Wonderly.
Adjournment: At 9:45AM.
Minutes respectfully submitted , Helene Campton
Speaker: Following refreshments, Ed Sepulveda introduced our speaker,
Charles “Chuck” Moore Hackley III. He spoke on mules and the
West. He has authored two books: Buckshot Higgins:His Life and
Treasures and A Quest for Sleeping Heroes. He gave our members a
handout and after his lecture he answered questions.
Note: Transportation: Call VP Ed Underhill, 727-9823, if you need a
ride to the meetings. Friendship: Call Kay Hendricks, 727-0562,
if you know of a member’s illness, etc.
Next Friends of the Library Meeting: Saturday, December 5, 9:15 AM
Bring your favorite dish for our annual Holiday Brunch Pot Luck.
Speaker: Dan Rodriguez, “Surviving tough Economic Times in Business”
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FRIENDS OF THE PAHRUMP COMMUNITY LIBRARY
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 7, 2009
Officers: Ed Sepulveda, Pres.; Edward Underhill, V.P.; Marie Long, Treas.;
Helene Campton, Recording Sec.; Mary Costello, Corresponding Sec.
The meeting was called to order by President Ed Sepulveda at 9:15 A.M.
at the Pahrump Community Library Meeting Room. Twenty-six members and
guests were in attendance. The Pledge of Allegiance was voiced by all.
The Minutes of the October 3, 2009 meeting were accepted with the
following correction: $350.00 was spent on an ad for the Chamber
magazine.
Treasures Report: Marie Long reported an opening balance of $5,170.53
and a closing balance of $4,787.85. There was a total of $265.00
deposited. Expenses: $83.88 to Readers’ Digest, $29.80 to Steve
Johnson, $184.00 to the Pahrump Valley Press for fliers, and
$350.00 to the Chamber of Commerce for the ad. The report was
accepted as read.
Librarian’s Report: Susan Wonderly reported that the library gave
a haunted library tour and 32 children showed up. For the
holidays they will be doing a Festival of Lights to explain Christmas,
Chanukah, and Kwanzaa. The library is thinking about selling
coffee in conjunction with Pahrump Valley Roasters. It would be
confined just to the readers’ nook and the cost would be $1.00.
Susan asked the FOL if we would pay for browser baskets. The cost
would be $345.00 to include 20 baskets and the stand. This would
give patrons a place to put their books while browsing in the
library. A motion was made and passed unanimously.
Library Board Report: Bob Alvis reported the board will meet November 9th.
Committee Reports:
Friends book store: Phyllis Alvis reported there are 4 sets of encyclopedias left. There are note cards to purchase.
Historian: Nothing to report this month.
Hospitality: Phyllis’s sister passed away and a card was sent.
Membership: Connie reported there are 85 members and reminded members
the renewal of their membership will be in January. The cost is
$10.00 for an individual, $15.00 for a family, $35.00 for a business,
and $150 for a lifetime membership as an individual.
Programs/Speakers: Ed Underhill is absent. Our December speaker is Dan Rodriguez and January is Charles Moore Hackley III.
Announcements: Ed S. announced that Nathan Adelson Hospice is
doing their Festival of Trees Gala again and did the FOL want to
sponsor a wreath or tree this year? After a discussion, a motion
was passed to purchase 2 wreaths and Donna LaDuke would be in charge of
the decoration committee. Frank Leemans and Donna LaDuke won the
tickets that give entrance into the Gala as sponsors. November
22, 2009 is the decorating day for the wreaths at the Pahrump Nugget.
The Nevada Friends of the Library will hold their meeting at our
library in January. Our group has joined, and their website will
be linked to ours. In 2010, the library conference will be held
in Las Vegas and they will be very active with that. We have been
told that our FOL group is unique in the fact that we hold meetings and
have speakers along with our fundraising efforts. The next
Friends of the Library meeting will be at 9:15AM, December 5, 2009.
Unfinished business: The Chamber of Commerce map project is completed. The FOL and the library will be advertised.
New Business: Refreshments for December is our brunch pot luck,
and January is Phyllis Alvis. Dennis reported that Trish Rippie
who owns the Bee Hive wanted to thank the FOL for providing the large
print Readers Digest magazines.
Adjournment: At 10:00AM.
Minutes respectfully submitted,
Helene Campton
Speaker: Following refreshments, Ed Sepulveda introduced our
speaker, John Weisser who writes articles for the Mirror
Newspaper. He gave an extremely interesting talk on female
prospectors and a good source of his information came from the book A
Mine of Her Own: Women Prospectors in the American West, 1850-1950, by
Sally Zanjani.
Note: Transportation: Call VP Ed Underhill, 727-9823, if you need a ride to the meetings.
Friendship: Call Kay Hendricks, 727-0562, if you know of a member’s illness, etc.
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