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Schulenburg Public Library

The Friends of the Schulenburg Public Library met on July 17,2025

The Friends of the Schulenburg Public Library met on July 17,2025.  Summation of the meeting is as follows:

  • The library received a grant from the Wayne Duddlesten Foundation for $25,000. Thank you Mr. Charles McMahon for facilitating this.
  • Donna reported on the Summer Reading Program. Friday programs have been well attended. 80 children are enrolled in the program. Gift bags for those who complete the program was discussed. Generally gift cards for food treats are given. Staff is already working on next year's programs.
  • No library administrator's report was given due to Thadious being on vacation.
  • Texas Women's League grant was received for $3700. Thank you to Cindy for working on this grant.
  • Friend's presented a $1000 scholarship to Alton Herzik who will be majoring in History.
  • Donor plaques were discussed. Will review categories, size of plaques, and where to place future plaques. Will need to get one for Duddlesten Foundation.
  • Bylaw revisions were discussed and motion made, seconded and passed to accept with the following changes: "INC" added to Foundation name. Dues will remain $10.00 annually so that only paid members can vote. Election of officers every October with no term limits.
  • Next quarterly meeting will be October 16, 2025.