Friends of Orange County Public Library
August 2026 Newsletter
1981–2026: Celebrating 45 Years
Booksale
Fall Booksale
It’s that time of year again!
Our next book sale is one month away! Be sure to take advantage of your Friends Membership benefit and shop early at the Members-Only pre-sale on Thursday, September 17th from 5:00 – 7:00.
Interested in volunteering with set-up, sales, or breakdown? We will be sending out sign-up information next week and we’d love to have your support! It’s always a great time, and a fun way to give back and meet new fellow book lovers.
Every volunteer receives five free books per shift!
As always, thanks to Diane Decker, the book sale chairperson, who does a fantastic job leading the charge and handling a lot of moving parts.
Library Programs
Summer Reading
Summer reading was a TREMENDOUS success, and our ability to support summer reading comes directly from book sale proceeds, memberships and donations. Thank you so much for caring!
Programming, attendance, participation, and time spent reading all set record levels this year. Be sure to thank all of our librarians for putting on such a wonderful summer reading program this year, and thanks to each of you for being a friend!
Upcoming Meeting
Next Board Meeting
Tonight, Thursday, August 20 at 7:00 PM (Hillsborough Branch)
Topic: FOCPL February Board Meeting
Time: Aug 20, 2026 – 7:00 PM ET
Meeting ID: 815 9733 7544
Passcode: 159730
Meeting Agenda
1) Call to Order / Quorum
2) Approval of Minutes
3) Treasurer’s Report
4) Membership Report
5) Library Report
6) Business
A) Book sale preparations discussion
B) Summer Reading Funding vote
C) Website Discussion
7) Adjourn
As always, thank you for being a Friend!
Sincerely,
William McLean, President
