— from Pierrette Guimond —

Books are my best friends. As an avid reader most of my life, I had always bought my books before moving to Orcas Island 25 years ago. I had never used libraries before moving here, but living in a small community and looking at local interaction, I opened the door to a new experience by getting my library card and becoming an active library user.

Since then, I have served as a Library Board Trustee, joined the Friends of the Library where I served as president for a few years, took care of the grounds as a volunteer for 10 years.

I still love walking into the library and finding new books. And I have watched so many people walk through the library doors and have a similar experience.

So now we are looking at the next twenty-five years and beyond. The Community must support the Library; if we do, it will continue to serve us well into the future.

Please vote yes for the levy lid lift.

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