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Meet The

Bookhounds... a library's best friend

 Good friends, good books, a sleepy conscience...that is the ideal life. ~ Mark Twain 

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About Us

Who We Are

When We Meet

Who We Are

 The Friends of the Library. (AKA the Elkins Bookhounds) are a registered non-profit organization.

Our Mission is to be a group of citizens who promote understanding of the library, its programs, its resources and its needs.  Meeting monthly, we gather to support the Elkins-Randolph County Public Library in its goals, providing volunteer a

 The Friends of the Library. (AKA the Elkins Bookhounds) are a registered non-profit organization.

Our Mission is to be a group of citizens who promote understanding of the library, its programs, its resources and its needs.  Meeting monthly, we gather to support the Elkins-Randolph County Public Library in its goals, providing volunteer assistance, books, materials and financial help when needed.   

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What We Do

When We Meet

Who We Are

Through meetings, fundraisers and promotions, our goals are to:

  • Focus attention on the library
  • Stimulate use of the library's resources and services
  • Support and cooperate with the library in developing services and facilities for the community
  • Sponsor and stimulate volunteer services to the library
  • Support the freedom to read 

When We Meet

When We Meet

When We Meet

 Meetings are open to the public.


4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 4:00 P.M. more when necessary.​ 


 

Next meeting is March 27, 2025, 4P.M. at our temporary location at 209 Randolph Avenue 


HOW WE DO IT

Book Sales

 Our bi-annual fundraiser allows us to support the library's mission throughout the year.  Help is appreciated in the form of staffing, setup, teardown and of course, book donations. .

Chocolate Friend-zy

Friends of the Library, also known as Bookhounds, hold an annual Chocolate Friendzy the second week in February. Join our group for a free sampling of chocolates.

Support

The Bookounds provide volunteer, monetary and consulting support for the Elkins-Randolph County Public Library.                  


Run-For-It

Join us in raising funds by becoming a Team Member, walking, running, or contributing.


We Want You to

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 Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much. ~ Helen Keller

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how to become a bookhound

 Paula Poundstone explains why she joined a Friends of the Library group. 


 

Simply fill out the Membership Form below and return to the library with your small fee. 

Check back frequently for updates, meeting times, and volunteer opportunities.

Hello

meet our officers

The Elkins Bookhounds are over 145 strong and growing.  Our officers are a force to be reckoned with and provide administrative support for our powerful organization.

Left to Right:  Vice President Catherine Ritchie, Secretary Karen Seel, President Maria Bray, Treasurer Mark Spencer.

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