Letters to the Editor - December 22

The Millbrook library needs the public’s help

 

The Millbrook Free Library on the corner of Friendly Lane and Franklin Avenue is a vital part of the local community. Since 1908, the library has faithfully served local residents as an information center and cultural resource. The library relies on annual appeal contributions for a substantial portion of our operating budget.

This year the library needs your help more than ever. We are currently $25,000 short of our annual appeal goal. We know that it has been a challenging economic year for many people in our region. Higher fuel prices have increased costs for everyone. At the library, we see the effect of these costs in an increased need for our services as well as in our own fuel and energy costs.

Please consider making a contribution to our library. Checks can be mailed to Millbrook Free Library, PO Box 286, Millbrook, NY 12545. Thank you.

Barbara Murphy
Board of Trustees President, Millbrook Free Library
Washington

 

 

Pleased to serve breakfast, see you in January

On Sunday, Dec. 18, the Amenia Fire Company sponsored its monthly firehouse breakfast. We were pleased to have served 177 people as they mingled with Santa. We rely on the breakfast to raise much-needed money for general operations and we always appreciate the support of the community.

Thanks to all who attended our meal and we hope to see you all at our next one on Jan. 15, 2012. Happy holidays from all of us at the fire company!

Andy Murphy
on behalf of the breakfast committee, Amenia Fire Company & Ladies’ Auxiliary
Amenia

 

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