Ossining Public Library
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Our Team Story
The Ossining Public Library is a School District Library chartered by the State of New York to serve all residents of the Ossining School District. As a member of the Westchester Library System, it also provides services to a larger community.
OUR MISSION is to provide easy and equal access to the broadest range of information and ideas of humanity in order to meet the educational and intellectual needs of the diverse members of our community, while enriching their social and cultural lives
The Ossining Public Library could not operate without the generous support of the community. There are many ways to support your Library — here are a few examples:
VOTING on the Library’s Budget
Each May, residents of the Ossining School District get a chance to vote directly on the Library's budget. This is a very important vote for the Library, since nearly 95% of our operating budget is raised by tax levy.
JOINING the Friends of the Ossining Public Library
The Friends help the Library in many different ways. Members support cultural and fund-raising programs, represent the Library at community events, and help us promote community awareness of Library services. To learn more about the Friends, click here.
It's easy to join. Annual memberships start at $10, although larger contributions are gratefully accepted. Click here and download the application or pick up an application form at the library's circulation desk in the front lobby. Forms also are available in the racks of flyers downstairs near the Footnote Café.
Join the Friends:
To download a simple membership application, click here or pick up a form at the library.
What and who are the Friends of the Ossining Public Library?
The Friends is a non-profit group of volunteers who encourage public awareness of library services and support the goals and activities of the library. It does not set policy, which is up to the library's Board of Trustees. It does assist in expanding library services by helping pay for programs and improvements not provided for in the library's annual budget. It raises money for the library through membership contributions and sales of books and tote bags. The annual membership meeting is held on the last Sunday of January, at 2 pm, at the library.
How can I join?
It's easy. Annual memberships start at $20 (or $10 for students) although larger contributions are gratefully accepted. A simple application form can be downloaded here. Copies also are available at the library.
How are the Friends organized?
The Friends' board, elected by members, consists of a president, vice president, treasurer and secretary. We also have committees that work on the book sales, expanding the membership and helping to pass the budget. Any Friend is welcome to join in one or more of the committees. Suggestions and questions can be sent to [email protected]..
Are the Friends a 501 C-3 Non-Profit Organization?
Yes, the Internal Revenue Service has certified us. Dues and other contributions to the Friends are tax deductible. The Friends group also is incorporated with New York State.
What else can I do to support libraries?
You can join the county-wide Advocates of the Westchester Library System, a citizens' group that helps inform local and state public officials about the importance of libraries. More information can be found at westchesterlibraries.org/library-advocacy.
Meet Our Team
Karen LaRocca-Fels
$100/$1,500 Raised | 7% Funded
Karen LaRocca-Fels says:
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