Friends' Annual Meeting held June 12
Meeting Report:
The Friends annual meeting took place in June. Attendance was excellent. Lunch was served followed by the meeting. An overview of the successes was given. These included all the various programs the Friends sponsored, the Photo Contest, our Adopt-A-Book Program and Holiday Programs to name a few. Mayor Karen Spiegel and Library Trustee Mary Ybarra spoke about the gratitude both the city and the Trustees have for all that the Friends of the Library does to support the Library.
Board President Jason Scott introduced and thanked the Board members who had served last year and welcomed the new Board members. For a list of new Friends of the Corona Public Library Board Members please see list on the FAQ's page.
The Friend of the Year was announced catching Ed Armijo completely off guard. His dedication and time to the Friends has been noticed. He always has a smile and positive attitude. Congratulations to Ed! (For more details about Ed and the Friend of the Year please visit the About Page.)
Following the meeting, Victor Silverman, a Pomona College history professor, spoke about various aspects of the development of our state. His new book California: On the Road Histories was available to attendees prior to its release in bookstores.
Thanks to all who attended the annual meeting.
Summerfest Events begin June 22, 2010
Summerfest Friends' Sponsored Events at the Library continue throughout the summer. Check below for more details:
The Kick Off featured a groovy band, The Hypnotics, and lots of fun for all ages including a Bounce House. Other events and programs are now happening daily at the Corona Library. Summer Reading Programs are expected to have hundreds of participants. You can sign up and maybe even win a prize by registering at the Library. Learn about all the exciting events the Library will be offering this summer like Family Nights with special guests and performers, Adult watercolor classes, several great free music events, and more
For more specific complete list of all Summerfest event information, including event descriptions, details, dates & times:
Please visit the Corona Library website here>>>
Reyna Grande, award winning Latina author, will appear at the Corona Library's renowned Written By series on July 24, 2010. Join us in the High Desert Room at the Library at 2 PM. 
Sponsored by the Friends of the Corona Public Library this series of author events features nationally and locally known bestselling writers. Authors discuss their books, the writing process, and offer books for sale and signing. These programs are free and open to the public to attend the events which are held in the Library Community Room or High Desert Room unless noted below. A great chance for you to meet these venerable writers in an intimate setting. Events are popular, arrive early for best seating.
