Fundraisers

   Among other events during the year, the library holds an annual  building fundraising BBQ and Chili Cook-Off in September. Normally this is held on the weekend containing the last Friday of the month, however because of event conflicts, the 2005 Cook-off was scheduled for Sept. 23rd. Hurricane Rita rescheduled the cook-off into October. We have been fortunate to have had nine successful consecutive cook-offs netting a total of more than $141,000.

   The 'Friends of the Library', under the guidance of its president Bill Cooney, hold a very successful 'Brisket Bash' in April of every year. Ten pound pre-cooked briskets are pre-sold for $30 each, and are picked up at this time. This year the local Lion's Club joined us with a 'Friendship Day'. Activities included children's events prepared by our children's program director Becky Kolb, a garage sale, country music, and hot dogs and hamburgers, all held under our new 50' X 80' 'Big Top' tent.

   Plans are being formulated for a possible 'Flea Market' fund raiser where booths and spaces will be sold to merchants, crafters, and food vendors.