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Friends of the Seward Community Library Sends 106 pounds of books to Fort Yukon Students

8/25/2015

 
PictureMarcy Treadwell, packs children’s books from the Seward Community Library Association for students in Fort Yukon.
The Seward Community Library Association (SCLA), a.k.a. Friends of the Seward Community Library, is happy to share that donations of used books are on their way to students in Fort Yukon this school year. Fort Yukon is a remote community on the Yukon River, above the Arctic Circle.

After SCLA’s used book sale in April, they put out a call asking if anyone knew of a village or outlying community that might make good use of used books. Retired Seward High teacher Mary Daniel responded and said that her daughter, Marcy Treadwell, teaches in Fort Yukon during the winters. Fort Yukon has no public or school library, and Marcy said that the books would be well-received by the teachers and students there.

Last week, Marcy and the Friends’ team packed two very large boxes with 251 used children’s book. The shipping of the boxes will be paid for by a private donor. In total, the two boxes weigh 106 pounds.

According to the state’s school database, there were 106 students in Fort Yukon’s school last year. So Marcy will be delivering approximately one pound of books per student this fall! SCLA President, Mary Tougas, says that “putting books into children’s hands is exactly what the Friends’ mission is all about.”

The mission of the Seward Community Library Association, a.k.a. The Friends of the Seward Library, is to support and enhance literacy in our community, provide educational opportunities through scholarships and other programs, support library functions, and encourage community-wide involvement in cultural activities for all ages. Their mission benefits from the support of community donors and volunteers. For additional information, please visit www.friendsofscla.org.

 






August 25th, 2015

8/25/2015

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Art Walk in the Garden Awards

8/11/2015

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Friends of the Seward Library and the Garden Fairies wish to thank all of the community that stopped by during the Art Walk in the Garden event this last Friday.

Thanks to Nan Thompson and her sewing friends for the donations of the many ‘Fiber Art’ pieces and the individuals that gave, over $600 was raised that will be dedicated to the garden upkeep!

Ten Alaska salmon dips were entered into the ‘Salmon Dip Off’ and 69 votes were cast.  All had a good time tasting the dips, talking about their flavors and differences.  Many of the dips were made with hand caught and home smoked salmon and voting was tight with one vote between first and second place.   The first place dip was from Lori Swan, second place was Nellie Metcalf and third place Diane Owens. 

Winners will be notified and prizes awarded accordingly.  Thank you everyone who participated, containers can be picked up from the kitchenette of the Community Room in the Library during library hours.

Friends of the Seward Library & Garden Fairies

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August 7th, First Friday Art Walk in the Garden

8/4/2015

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– Enjoy a walk through the finest flower garden in Seward during this month’s First Friday festivities. The Seward Community Library Association will be hosting 13 pieces of fiber art in the garden located on the south side of the Seward Community Library & Museum (corner of 6th and Adams). Proceeds from sale of the artwork will go towards maintaining and sustaining this beautiful component of the Library & Museum.

While enjoying the art and flowers, also be sure to participate in the Salmon Dip Off contest! Sign up online here or call Mary Tougas at 362-1225 to enter the contest with your best salmon concoction and a box of crackers. Grand prize for the best dip will be a boat trip for four people donated by Major Marine Tours!

The forecast looks warm and dry for this month’s First Friday Artwalk! But don’t worry if you see a sprinkle. In case of rain showers, the fiber art will be displayed in the community room of the Library & Museum. The garden will remain open for all hearty walkers who enjoy seeing flowers at their best.

The mission of the Seward Community Library Association, a.k.a. The Friends of the Seward Library, is to support and enhance literacy in our community, provide educational opportunities through scholarships and other programs, support library functions, and encourage community-wide involvement in cultural activities for all ages. For additional information, please visit www.friendsofscla.org.


 



Fiber/Fabric artists can get more information by emailing the Friends at friendsofthesewardlibrary@gmail.com, donations are welcome.

This Event is Sponsored by:
The Garden Fairies & Friends of the Seward Library
Special thank you to Major Marine Tours


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