Dressing Up Freedom Public Library
New acquisitions proudly adorn the library's premises. A picnic table sits to the side of the building in the cool shade of an oak, and two outdoor benches affixed to the front columns provide a welcome break for patrons. A third bench will soon be added and a portable microphone for use at various library events will also be purchased.
Using the proceeds from the raffle of the Chicken Scratch quilt made and donated by Freedom Quilters, The Friends of Freedom Public Library purchased and installed the benches and table last week. A wall hanging in the Chicken Scratch design, also made and donated by Freedom Quilters, will soon be on display inside the library for all to enjoy.
"We are so fortunate," says Heather Ogilvie, library supervisor, "to have the enthusiastic support of our family and Friends. Staff and visitors alike are thrilled with the new benches and the picnic table. Now the outside of the library is as friendly as the inside! We are proud of the Freedom Quilters, a dynamic group of creative individuals committed to art and community. Thank you to all of the members of the Freedom Quilters and Friends of Freedom Public Library for your generosity."
Jeannine Sirkoch, Freedom Quilters group leader is so proud of her group's participation. "The quilt and wall hanging were designed and stitched by most of our 32 members. We wanted to do something that would benefit the library and we're very pleased with the items the proceeds from our quilt raffle have made possible."
From the Friends president, Pat Babski, "The kindness of Freedom Quilters and the resulting purchases for the library have brought our groups closer. Everybody working together as a unit is what it's all about and none of us could have done it without each other. Thank you, Freedom Quilters. What wonderful creators you are!"
In recognition of the Freedom Quilters' generosity, a plaque in their honor hangs in the library's lobby.
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