Marketing Report: Erica Puorro presented the Marketing update, highlights included: There were 12 additional likes on the bringing the total to 363. Friends’ Facebook page Erica continues to work with Theo on updates to the Friends web page. The platform of the website will be updated in the next 3-6 months, which will allow for more flexibility with content and design. Old Business Goal Planning for 2016: The Friends decided to move forward with ordering both bags and stickers with the new logo. The Friends would like to offer interested local businesses a corporate sponsor level membership, including a featured logo on the website. Donation Box: The board approved the purchase of a donation box to be placed on display during sponsored events. New Business Nevertheless Writers: Elizabeth Atkinson from the the Nicole Harry to host a “Nevertheless Writers” approached Valentine’s Day event. The theme of the event is Love and Chocolates, and the authors will perform brief readings followed by an author Q&A panel. The event is scheduled for Thursday, February 11, 2016 and is being promoted by both the friends and the through social media, press release, and the local Chamber of Commerce. writer’s group PayPal Account Crystal MacKay will coordinate the creation and setup of a PayPal account to accept online and credit card donations and membership payments. Library News: The Friends have requested that the be distributed to the Friends when it is made “Library News” brochure available. Membership Month: Membership month events ideas discussed included: Silent Auction Flatbread Community Night Wine and/or beer tasting Bake Sales Free book Day General promotion of the Friends to create awareness Adjourn: The next Friends of the Amesbury Public Library meeting is March 7, 2016 at 7:00 PM.
Marketing Report: Erica Puorro presented the Marketing update, highlights included: There were 12 additional likes on the Friends’ Facebook page bringing the total to 363. Erica continues to work with Theo on updates to the Friends web page. The platform of the website will be updated in the next 3-6 months, which will allow for more flexibility with content and design. Old Business Goal Planning for 2016: The Friends decided to move forward with ordering both bags and stickers with the new logo. The Friends would like to offer interested local businesses a corporate sponsor level membership, including a featured logo on the website. Donation Box: The board approved the purchase of a donation box to be placed on display during sponsored events. New Business Nevertheless Writers: Elizabeth Atkinson from the “Nevertheless Writers” approached the Nicole Harry to host a Valentine’s Day event. The theme of the event is Love and Chocolates, and the authors will perform brief readings followed by an author Q&A panel. The event is scheduled for Thursday, February 11, 2016 and is being promoted by both the friends and the writer’s group through social media, press release, and the local Chamber of Commerce. PayPal Account Crystal MacKay will coordinate the creation and setup of a PayPal account to accept online and credit card donations and membership payments. Library News: The Friends have requested that the “Library News” brochure be distributed to the Friends when it is made available. Membership Month: Membership month events ideas discussed included: Silent Auction Flatbread Community Night Wine and/or beer tasting Bake Sales Free book Day General promotion of the Friends to create awareness Adjourn: The next Friends of the Amesbury Public Library meeting is March 7, 2016 at 7:00 PM.
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