Questions we've gotten: Rain? The events will still be happening even if it rains! We have tents that will be outside and will move as much as possible inside, if needed. The mini-golf course will already be inside.
Parking?
We are blocking off the Plymouth Street entrance to the library on Friday evening and have a police detail coming. We are directing people to park at the COA, Town Hall, Abington Bank, and then Walgreens on the Plymouth Street side or gazebo area if all those places are full.
Can I pay when I get there?
Yes! We accept cash and Venmo at the door. Purchasing your tickets ahead of time was just to help us try to guestimate a number of people. We hope you can join us!
I can't come, but can I still make a donation?
Absolutely! You can donate through our Givebutter link or write out a check to the Holbrook Library Fund and send it to the library.
What will this money go to specifically? You can read the full press release below or on our website, but the Holbrook Library Fund 501c3 was created by Library Supporters to support Capital Expense needs for the Library building. Some of their goals are: funding a feasibility study on the existing building, helping to fund a potential future library expansion or renovation, and creating a long term development plan for the library to ensure it can continue to meet the patrons needs as the Community changes and grows.
Purchase your tickets online today to reserve your spot and let us know you are attending!
Special Thanks to these Generous People and Organizations for making this event possible - there is still time to become a sponsor at any level!
Our Brewers Sam Adams, ShovelTown Brewery, and Vitamin Sea Brewery
Our Title Sponsors
Abington Bank and Quirk Auto Dealers
Our Patrons
Colonial Federal Savings Bank, Jim Crowley/Holbrook Insurance Center, and Patrick Huntington
Our Supporters
Troupe Waste Services
Our Friends
REI Roofing, Lucky 777 Bar and Grill, Gordon & Crowley Real Estate, Canine College, and Polar Beverages
Press Release: Board of Library Trustees introduces new Holbrook Library Fund
The Holbrook Board of Library Trustees are pleased to introduce to the community The Holbrook Public Library Fund. The Trustees know that there are significant issues with our current library space. The Town of Holbrook has changed significantly since 1967 when the building opened and with more housing being built, will continue to grow and change. The building is too small for the size of our community and doesn't meet the current needs of a 21st century library, with a lack of meeting rooms / programming space, no quiet study areas, no group project space, and no storage. Additionally there are ongoing flooding issues of the one Meeting Room and the elevator, which makes the lower level not ADA accessible.
The Library Fund's priority is to raise money for capital expenses - like a new building, a major renovation, or perhaps an addition and renovation. They will do this through events, fundraisers, talking directly with donors, and reaching out to businesses and corporations. Their first goal is to raise enough funds for a feasibility study. The Library Fund is a legally registered 501c3 nonprofit organization solely dedicated to the Holbrook Library's future.
The Library Fund would like to invite the community to their first fundraiser. This event is in two parts over two days. On Friday, June 9th from 4-8pm is an ages 21+ event called Putt and Pour. Enjoy local breweries, learn about the history of beer, and challenge your friends, partner, or even yourself to a great mini golf game inside the library. On Saturday, June 10th from 9:30am-2:30pm (open library hours), the mini golf course will still be available for all ages to enjoy.
The Board of Library Trustees would like to introduce the board members of The Library Fund, President Russ Eckel, Treasurer Joyce Davis, and Clerk Cheryl Alexis. Each board member has a connection with Holbrook, either working or living in town. We would like to thank them for stepping into these newly created roles to help make an impact on the future of Holbrook.
The Trustees would also like to thank the Friends of the Holbrook Library, another legally registered 501c3 nonprofit organization that helps the library. The Friends fundraise to help support current library programs and initiatives. They do this through ongoing book and DVD sales in the library lobby, as well as pop up sales, and major book sale events. Additionally, they do various raffles and sell items such as the current reusable bag (get one today - $10 at the library!). The Friends are always accepting donations of gently used books and DVDs.
While these two organizations have different purposes, they are both integral for funding the current and future needs of the library. The Trustees would like to ask you - yes YOU - to consider volunteering with one of these important organizations with your time, talent, or treasure.
The Trustees and Library Fund board are excited to see you all on June 9 and 10!
If you are looking to get involved, or have any questions, "Team Library" 's contact info is below:
Library Fund: holbrooklibraryfund@gmail.com Friends of the Library: friendsofholbrooklibrary@gmail.com Board of Library Trustees: trustees@holbrookpubliclibrary.org Library Staff: hpl@holbrook.ocln.org