Friends of the Crittenden Co. Public Library - March 2025

By Jenny Zimmer, FOCCPL Reporter -- March 2025

Been to the Library lately?

If not, you've likely missed out on some good books ...

NEW books with titles that will thrill, educate, challenge, and excite you are filling the New Release Shelves. If you love books, then you really NEED to stop in and see what you've been missing at the Crittenden County Public Library.

In addition to the New Release shelves, there is also an area displaying the work of local authors. Be sure to check out this area the next time you're in the library.

You'll find late issues of your favorite magazines and periodicals displayed close to the comfortable seating area where you can relax and spend some quiet time reading. You'll also find displays throughout the library that provide information about upcoming local programs, events, or occasions.

The Crittenden County Public Library is a fantastic asset to the citizens of the county. Many library programs such as reading programs for all ages, author visits, participation in special holiday celebrations, prizes, decorations, and event costs are funded by Friends of the Crittenden County Public Library (FOCCPL).

For example, Friend's volunteers gave away children's books and candy on Halloween. They also provided funds for the new reading table in the children's area. The costs of bringing in Smokey Bear and other costumed characters is provided by the Friends group, too. Prizes for Summer and Winter reading challenges, both adults and children, are provided by the FOCCPL.

Funds that support the library are raised by the Friends group through planning, coordinating, and staffing the book sales in the spring and fall each year. There is also a booth at the local vendor mall, Marion & Company, where books, DVDs, Videos, and other items are sold. (Need a "Book Nerd" shirt? Check out the booth!)

In addition, Friends also host fun public events at the library such as the popular Trivia Night, scheduled every few months. NOTE: The first Trivia Night of 2025 was held on Friday, March 14. We had a good crowd and there were several teams. The winning team was called "The Librarians + 1" and it consisted of library employees. Based on their knowledge and skill in trivia, we certainly have reason to be proud of them.

You'll soon be hearing more about the book sale that is scheduled for late April. You certainly don't want to miss it.

Our library is a wonderful resource and it is filled with books and other forms of information that will inspire and motivate you as well as s imply making your life more enjoyable. The library staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. If you haven't already done so, please stop in, say hello, and look around at the treasures just waiting on the shelves for you to explore.

You can also purchase "Book Nerd" T-shirts at the library!

*Friends of the Crittenden County Public Library (FOCCPL) is a group formed to assist the library with support and funding for special activities and/or needs. We are fortunate to have members who donate both money and time to help achieve our goal of promoting and assisting the library. The group meets monthly and would love to have new members or interested parties attend.