The Friends of the Gates Mills Library
The Friends of the Gates Mills Library was not alone in its share of challenges in 2020. Our purpose, to support the Gates Mills branch of the Cuyahoga County Library, was thwarted by on-and-off-mandated closures and cancellations of the library and its events. Still, we were able to hold an ongoing book sale during the summer months which was well-supported by patrons. This December, in lieu of our traditional cookie buffet, “hot cocoa to go” bags were available at our curbside pick-up of reading materials.
Our scholarship gifts to three Mayfield High School students took place via Zoom, as did our election of a new executive board. We welcome Karen Galloway as our new President!
We will miss dearly Diane Welsh, whose legacy will live on through memorial gifts to the Friends. A special committee has been formed to determine how to properly honor her long standing commitment to the Friends.
As a group, we are financially sound and continue to find new ways to remain a vital part of the Gates Mills community.
Respectfully, Suzanne Snelson