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March 16, 2009
Friends of the Sierra Madre Library
P. O. Box 334, Sierra Madre, CA 91025
Contact: De Alcorn, Chairperson (626) 355-4793
Rich Johnson, Public Relations (626) 644-77
Friends April Best Used Book Sale April 2 & 3
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
"April hath put a spirit of youth in everything!"
Let these words by William Shakespeare spirit you back to your first childhood trip to the library. Go ahead, you were encouraged, pick out three or four books; take them home and enjoy. Somehow, it was as though Christmas had suddenly come again. Well, it has.
Spring break is in the air. What a wonderful time to curl up with a good book. The library has excellent, interesting book offerings this month all at terrific prices. Mark your calendars for Friday, April 2nd from 3:00 to 7:00 pm and Saturday, April 3rd from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm: The sale will be located at the Sierra Madre Public Library, 440 West Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre in the lower parking lot and the adjacent basement.
Amidst our spring offerings: A set of Historical Atlases of the World Mythology, Volumes entitled Great Cities, Great Ages of Man, The American Wilderness, and American Country make for excellent gift ideas. Sets of Time Life Books, books on sports, history, art, specialty cookbooks. A set of Reader's Digest Best Loved Books for Young Readers and a new selection of children's books round out this months special.
Of course, outside as always, there will be a good selection of hardback Fiction/non-Fiction books for $1.00 each. Paperbacks at 25 cents (or 5 for $1.00.) Visit the sale early to get the good choices.
The Friends operate the Best Used Book Store. Reasonable prices and all proceeds support the library programs. Have a wonderful Spring. Call (626) 355-7186 for information. Come and shop early for the best finds.
February 9, 2009
Friends of the Sierra Madre Library
P. O. Box 334, Sierra Madre, CA 91025
Contact: De Alcorn, Chairperson (626) 355-4793
Rich Johnson, Public Relations (626) 644-77
The 40th Annual Wine and Gourmet Tasting Fundraiser
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Yes, the evening of evenings is almost upon us: The 2010 Fantastic February Festival and Feast otherwise known as the Friends of the Sierra Madre Library 40th Annual Wine and Cuisine Tasting Event.
Chefs from over 20 of our favorite local restaurants are stoking the fires in their kitchens as they prepare to delight us with totally tantalizing treats. Coming to the table, so to speak, include Cafe 322, Casa Del Rey, Fresco's, Charcuterie, Matt Denny's, Ugo's, Nikki C's, Sweet Pastries, Wildflour, Whole Foods, The Only Place in Town, Trader Joe's, and Village Pizzeria. Pasadena's Noir Food and Wine Bar is sending their master chef and oenologist, Claud Beltran to perform his epicurean magic on both the early premier and the main event.
Dozens of the finest wines will be served. Among the many vintners include: Van Ruiten, Bodegas, Madalena, Jordan, Serenity, Mendoza-Argentina, Frank Family, Keenan, Domaine Laurier, Lucero, Hahn, and One Hope.
In addition to the extraordinary wine and cuisine, musicians, magicians, good friends and neighbors, and beautiful floral arrangements from local florists will adorn this elegant affair. And let's not forget our famous Silent Auction. Extraordinary gifts include more than 20 pieces of artwork, meals from gourmet restaurants, theater tickets, Disneyland, wine tours and tastings. Jewelry, golf, race track, museum tickets, and a late entry: an autographed case of wine from Tommy Smothers.
Join us Friday night affair, February 19th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the majestic Alverno Villa in Sierra Madre. The Villa is located at 200 No. Michillinda Avenue. Two blocks north of Sierra Madre Blvd and approximately one to one and a half miles north of the 210 freeway.
Purchase your tickets at: Sierra Madre Public Library, The Bottle Shop, Arnold's Frontier Hardware, Iris Intrigue, Charcuterie, Savor the Flavor and Sierra Madre Books. They are also available on line at www.SierraMadreLibraryFriends.org. Tickets are $60 each and are limited so purchase your tickets as soon as possible.
In addition to enjoying a wonderful evening you help enable the library to add new acquisitions and additions to collections, support library services and programs, and make improvements to the building and grounds.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Sierra Madre Library tickets are available at: Sierra Madre Public Library, The Bottle Shop, Arnold's Frontier Hardware, Iris Intrigue, Charcuterie, Savor the Flavor and Sierra Madre Books.