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Friends
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the Friends
Friends Spring 2008 Dinner
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THE STORY OF THE FRIENDS
The Meredith Friends of the Library was
established in 1941 with the purpose of adding to the cultural
environment of the College and community. They have focused
on this purpose in two ways: by contributing financially
to the library and sponsoring speakers of interest to lovers
of books and learning. Over the years the Friends have brought
many speakers to the campus, including:
- Elliot Engel
- Cecilia Grimes
- Margaret and Joe Maron
- Betty Adcock
- Clyde Edgerton
- William Friday
- Reynolds Price
- William Price
- Lee Smith
- Suzanne Newton
- Suzanne Britt
- Elaine Orr
- Jill McCorkle
Past Programs
- Fall 2007, featuring Jim Jenkins, Ruth Sheehan, and Melanie
Sill of the News & Observer speaking on change
in newspapers
- Spring 2006, featuring Dr. Elliot Engel speaking on "Defining
Dr. Samuel Johnson"
- Fall 2006, featuring Noted author Jill McCorkle
FRIENDS BENEFITS
Members of the Friends receive
the following benefits:
- Invitations to Friends' events twice a year
- Borrowing privileges at the College Library
- The Library Friends newsletter, with library news and upcoming events
- The satisfaction of contributing to the growth and vitality of Meredith.
JOIN THE FRIENDS
The following membership categories are available:
- Student Member ($10): for current students
- Contributing Member ($25): includes all benefits above
- Sustaining Member ($50): for those who wish to make a contribution over and above regular memberships
- Life Member ($500): may be made in one payment or installments within one membership year
Here are three ways to join:
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