On Sunday, April 27th, Barnes & Noble is hosting a BookFair to benefit the Friends of the Oakley Library!

Open from 10:00a to 8:00p, we will be handing out vouchers to in-store patrons for use at checkout. A percentage of qualifying sales will be donated to the Friends to support our ongoing efforts of enriching the lives of Oakley’s diverse community by bringing people and ideas together.

The Friends of the Oakley Library are honored by and grateful for this kind gift from Barnes & Noble so please take a break from your busy schedule to check out their new store and pick up a good book in the process!

If you need some ideas, here's a link to their store deals:

Barnes & Noble Deals

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Join the Friends of the Oakley Library Board!


The Friends of the Oakley Library is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated members to join our Board of Directors! This is a wonderful opportunity to play a vital role in supporting our library and enriching our community.

Why Join the Board?
As a member of the Friends of the Oakley Library Board, you'll have the chance to:
● Become part of a great community organization.
● Support vital library programs and services.
● Work alongside other passionate library supporters.
● Share your skills and gain valuable experience.

Roles and Responsibilities of Board Members:
Board members play a crucial role in guiding the Friends of the Oakley Library and ensuring its success. While specific duties may evolve, here are some key responsibilities:
● Fundraising: Assist in fundraising efforts to support the library's needs.
● Advocacy: Advocate for the library within the community and with decision-makers.
● Community Engagement/Outreach: Foster strong relationships between the library and the community.
● Meetings: Attend monthly board meetings and actively participate in discussions.

We are now accepting nominations for the Friends of the Oakley Library Board.
Nominations will be open until May 7, 2025.

Eligibility:
● All nominees must be current members of the Friends of the Oakley Library or willing to become members if elected to the Board.

How to Submit Nominations:
To nominate someone (including yourself), please use one of the following methods:

1. Online Submission:
● Complete the nomination form available at the following link:
https://forms.gle/gMvLkzCbg3gA6sE66

2. In-Person Submission:
● Complete a nomination form.
● Submit the completed form by dropping it in the book sale donations box at the circulation desk in the Oakley Library.

Printed copies of the nomination form are also available in the book sale area of the Oakley Library.
We encourage you to consider individuals who are passionate about libraries, literacy, and community service.

If you have any questions about the nomination process or the responsibilities of a board member, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Thank you for your support of the Friends of the Oakley Library!

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Friends of the Oakley Library Receive $400,000 Grant from the Dean & Margaret Lesher Foundation for the new Oakley Library and Community Center

The Friends of the Oakley Library is excited to announce that the Dean & Margaret Lesher Foundation has awarded the group $400,000. The money will be paid out over two years, with $200,000 given in both 2025 and 2026. Money from this grant will go directly towards the construction of the new Oakley Library and Community Center. The Friends’ fundraising goal was to raise one million dollars for the project, and they now have commitments for $980,000, all raised within ten months.

“The Lesher Foundation’s generous gift will help Contra Costa County’s efforts to build libraries and other services that meet the needs of East County’s growing population”, according to Contra Costa District 3 Supervisor Diane Burgis. “It takes the entire community to do big things, and the Lesher Foundation’s help will go a long way toward creating the new library and community center that Oakley and East County residents deserve.”

 

Oakley Mayor and Library Ad hoc Committee member Shannon Shaw shares that “the City is thrilled to hear about the generous donation from the Dean & Margaret Lesher Foundation. These funds will absolutely help us build a new library and community center that can meet the needs of our residents. We give many thanks to the Friends of the Oakley Library, who have worked so incredibly hard the past year to bring funds and attention to this critical project.