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June Eaton Transcript

Interview The following is a transcription of an interview conducted between former library Director Gretchen Volenick and longtime library volunteer June Eaton. A link to listen to the audio file can be found here. Special . . . read more »

WoodenBoat’s Library Finds a New Home

Jon Wilson’s donation of the WoodenBoat Library to the Friend Memorial Library’s Maritime Research Center was featured in the January/February 2024 issue of WoodenBoat magazine. Read the full article scanned here: Page One and Page . . . read more »

Catherine Nevin Appointed as Library Director

The Board of Trustees at Friend Memorial Public Library is delighted to announce the appointment of Catherine Nevin as the Library Director. Catherine, who has been serving as the Interim Library Director since June, brings . . . read more »

New Capital Campaign Chair Takes the Helm

Robert Baird Campaign Chair
Friend Memorial Public Library recently named Robert Baird campaign chairperson of its forthcoming capital campaign at its bimonthly meeting on July 25th. Baird, a long-time summer visitor to Brooklin and a full-time resident since 2016, . . . read more »

United as a community.

two white candles burning
It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that we come together to acknowledge the recent tragedy that has impacted our community. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are extended to the family of Pam . . . read more »