Augusta library fundraising a success

 

by Bridget Cooke

The Augusta Memorial Public Library hosted one of their fundraisers Saturday, attracting craft customers and book lovers alike to the Augusta Community & Senior Center throughout the day.

Soup and sandwiches were served on the blustery day as interested people filtered into the center to check out different items of interest, varying from handmade crafts to the odd 31 or Scentsy vendor.

Dawn Johnson, who helped organize the event, said the interest was there for those who managed to brave the winter-like day to mull over the merchandise.

“It was slow but steady,” Johnson said. “Everybody seemed to be having a good time.”

The library was able to sell used books while also gaining funds from the 27 vendors who were eager to be a part of the event. Maintain Augusta Parks and Sports Committee President Stephanie Ball was on hand to inform residents of the new nonprofit’s attempts to spruce up facilities throughout the city, fundraising for their own efforts for their first project; the tennis courts, which are dwindling in quality. The Quilt Addicts were there to demonstrate their work while raffling off a handmade product in their own hopes of raising money as well.

In all, the library was able to gain $350 from the sales of crafts, while making almost as much with the sales of used books. Johnson said handmade items are the main focus of the craft and vendor sale, while other, more commercial items are welcome. She hoped it was a good option for those interested holiday shoppers, now looking for gifts of variety.

The library is now planning their spring event, which has been set for May 2, 2015.

Johnson expressed her hope that the turnout will be similar or even better, with interested visitors looking for Mother’s Day and graduation presents at that time of the year.

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