Friends of the Kaubisch Memorial Public Library

Friends of the Kaubisch Memorial Public Library The Friends of the Library is a nonprofit organization whose members share a passion for books and l

Dear Friends, Don't miss an opportunity to create a terrarium with Kim, the Crazy Plant Lady!When: Tuesday, June 16th fr...
06/06/2026

Dear Friends,

Don't miss an opportunity to create a terrarium with Kim, the Crazy Plant Lady!

When: Tuesday, June 16th from 9:00 -11:00 a.m.

Where: the McClean Room

Kim will bring supplies to help people create their own terrariums. The cost depends on the size you choose - small, medium, or large. The library is paying $10 per person so the cost to YOU is the following: either $10 (small), $15.00 (medium), or $20 (large).

NOTE: you must register/pay by Thursday, June 11.

Please stop in or call the library at 419-435-2813 - EXT: 123 to register, or if you have questions.

With best regards,

Rhonda Smith
Friends Secretary

06/03/2026

Dear Friends,

Just a reminder that our monthly meeting will be this Thursday, June 4th, from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. in the McClean Room at the library. Our focus this month will be on creating craft kits for youth and preparing for our June 13th Farmers' Market booth.

Note: We are looking for members to help us at the Farmers' Market booth. If you are interested, contact Lynn at email: [email protected]

Please join us Thursday! The meetings are open to all members of Friends and we value new ideas and perspectives.

With best regards,

Rhonda Smith
Secretary

Dear Friends,Don't miss the SCAM Prevention discussion to be held on Tuesday, June 9th from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the M...
06/01/2026

Dear Friends,

Don't miss the SCAM Prevention discussion to be held on Tuesday, June 9th from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the McClean Room.

A representative from Keybank will present how to protect yourself and your loved ones from scams.

Have a great weekend!

~Rhonda
Friends' Secretary

Dear Friends,The Elsa Caring Hospice is offering a presention on hospice care, this Wednesday, May 20 at 11:00 a.m. in t...
05/19/2026

Dear Friends,

The Elsa Caring Hospice is offering a presention on hospice care, this Wednesday, May 20 at 11:00 a.m. in the McClean room..

The presentation will cover the myths of hospice care, medicare benefits, and information on the hospice team.


Attached is the flyer from Elara Caring.

Best,

Rhonda Smith

Friends' Secretary/Treasurer

05/05/2026

Dear Friends,

A reminder that the next Friends' meeting will be this Thursday, May 7th, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the library's McClean Room. Our key focus will be planning for our summer events and programming funds for selected library programs and activities.
Remember, all Friends' members are welcome to attend our monthly meetings. We value new ideas and perspectives, plus we are a friendly and supportive group!

Hope to see you!

With best regards,

Rhonda Smith
Secretary/Treasurer

04/02/2026

Dear Friends,

Don't forget to stop in at the Friends of the Library preview night tomorrow, Thursday, April 2, 4:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. to browse the books and snack on a variety of goodies.

If you haven't renewed your membership yet this year, we will be accepting renewals at the door.

Hope to see you there!

Rhonda Smith
Secretary//Treasurer

03/30/2026

Dear Friends,

It's book sale time again! Don't miss your opportunity to preview the books next Thursday, April 2nd in the McClean Room. This is your chance to browse the books and enjoy some refreshments prior to the general public opening. If you have not yet renewed your membership for 2026, renewals will be accepted at the door.

The library is accepting books through March 31st. The book sale will be open to the public starting April 3rd through the 18th. Sale hours are Monday to Thursday, 9:00 a.m to 5:45 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Hope to see you next Thursday! Now is the time to stock up on your spring and summer reading material!

With best regards,

Rhonda Smith
Secretary/Treasurer

03/03/2026

Dear Friends,

The next Friends meeting will be this Thursday, March 5th, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. in the library's McClean Room. Our key focus areas will be planning for the upcoming membership campaign and mapping out a variety of activities to take place throughout April including the book sale and the staff/board/retiree luncheon during National LIbrary Week, April 19th to the 25th.

A reminder that all Friends members are invited to attend our monthly meetings. We would love to see some new faces!

With best regards,

Rhonda Smith
Treasurer/Secretary.

Dear Friends,In the mood for Spring? Consider participating in an upcoming workshop to produce a pressed flower craft ...
02/16/2026

Dear Friends,

In the mood for Spring? Consider participating in an upcoming workshop to produce a pressed flower craft at the library. The product would make an excellent Easter or Mother's Day gift!

Karla Yoakam is doing a pressed flowers craft on Tuesday, March 3 at 10:00 AM in the McClean room. She will have 6 x 8 inch black frames and dried flowers. You are allowed to bring a small photo, poem, etc. to put in the frame with flowers surrounding it. This program does have a $20 cost.

You must try to register/pay for this program by Monday, February 23. Stop in or call the library at 419-435-2813 ext. 123 to register, or if you have questions.

If you’d like to see more of Yoakam’s work, check out her website (barnyardposies.com) or Instagram ().

02/03/2026

Dear Friends,

What happened to January? It seems like we were just celebrating the new year!

A reminder that our next meeting is this Thursday, February 5th, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. in the McClean room at the library. Our focus this week will be on preparing for our upcoming membership campaign, the spring book sale, and National Library Week activities in April.

Please consider joining us at our monthly meetings this year. All members are welcome to come and help us plan and carry out our activities over the year.

With best regards,

Rhonda Smith
Secretary/Treasurer

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Fostoria, OH
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