Friends of the Library

FOSLL: Who are they?

The Friends of the Sylvan Lake Library, otherwise known as FOSLL, is an independent, charitable foundation established under Alberta's Society Act for the purpose of helping the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library.

Who are they REALLY?

They are a talented, creative and hardworking group of volunteers who have a lot of fun working to promote the library within the community.

What do they do?

They promote the library by hosting fabulous special events, they volunteer in a variety of ways when the library or its board needs a helping hand with a program or project, and they fundraise for to purchase special items which fall beyond the scope of the library budget.

Some FOSSL funded items so far have included:

an outdoor book return large print books audiobooks comfortable armchairs

What EXACTLY do they do?

FOSSL puts on a used booksale each summer on the beach in Sylvan Lake. They have hosted art sales and cheesecake socials, Christmas teas, a celtic ceilidh (which is just a big old celtic party!), improvisational theatre, folk and jazz music.

How can you help?

Participate in the special events FOSLL hosts each year.

Become a FOSLL by helping out a special event or sitting on the FOSLL board. Email us for more information.

Encourage friends and associates to support the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library by becoming members and enjoying the many benefits of a vibrant library within the community.

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