OCEAN COUNTY LIBRARY Connecting People … Building Community

101 Washington St., Toms River, NJ 08753-7625 Telephone: 732-349-6200 www.theoceancountylibrary.org Susan Quinn, Director March 23, 2011

Hello,

Ocean County Library will host ALA President-elect Molly Raphael and three other ALA officials at a fund raiser for the Spectrum Scholarship Sunday April 3 at 2:30 p.m.  There is a $30 suggested donation.

I am sending you a copy of the press release that contains details about her program and the scholarship program.  This will be an excellent time to learn from a national figure the issues confronting American libraries and the future course ALA will follow to remain relevant to our communities.

The scholarship has benefited nearly 700 students and has provided opportunities to improve the diversity and inclusiveness of libraries. Perhaps some of your students have been recipients of an award.

We think this will be a great opportunity to meet Molly and hope you, your staff and students can attend.

If you have questions about the program or would like to make a reservation please contact Harry Applegate (732) 349-6200, ext. 5407.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Susan Quinn

Director, Ocean County Library