SKILLMAN SOUTHWESTERN LIBRARY FRIENDS
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Mission Statement
To support and promote library services for all the people in the branch library's service area through volunteering in the Branch at the direction of the Branch Manager; advocating for the Branch and for the Dallas Public Library; encouraging gifts and fundraising for supplemental library materials and for the physical enhancement of the Branch; and promoting and publicizing the services and programs of the Branch.
About This Cause
Funds contributed to the Skillman Southwestern Library Friends by Members and Library Patrons through Membership Dues, Donations, and Semi-Annual Book Sales are spent each year for items and activities that benefit the Library and our Community: Programs: Children & Family Programs (i.e., Storytime, Summer Reading, STEM & Bilingual Activities) Adult Learning Activities, Teen Learning Activities Library Staff Appreciation and Recognition Events Annual Subscriptions to "BookPage," Newspapers and Magazines Library Materials (Books/DVDs) and Supplies as needed Book Reviews and Special Event Programs Writing Workshops Community Outreach & Library Advocacy In addition to the on-going annual activities and expenses, contributions received enabled the Skillman Southwestern Library Friends to fund needed equipment and enhancements to the Library and the Staff. Examples of these are Books for Book Clubs, Large Shelving Unit, Color Printer, Bookmarks/Holders, Whiteboard & Bulletin Boards, Exercise Equipment Games & Toys for Children, Chess & Mahjong Games/Tables, Children’s Storytime Rugs, Art Supplies & Easels, Staff Scholarships for MLS degree, Staff Team Shirts, Acting Workshops and performances for Seniors , Metal Benches Outside the Library, Furniture for Children's area, Folding Tables and Table Trucks, Staff Kitchen Appliances, Wood Library Chairs, 2 Apple IPods and Accessories for Staff , Projector for Programs, TV/DVD Player & Antenna, Blu-Ray Player, Library Entry Floor Mats, Staff Work Area Floor Mat, Bar Code Reader, Laminator