It is the aim of the Friends to:
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Promote interest in and usage of the Library and its resources.
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Advocate on behalf of the Library and its users.
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Help raise funds for special Library projects or resources.
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Represent Library stakeholders by seeking feedback, making submissions to annual and strategic plans.
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Encourage the appreciation of our heritage and the arts.
Become a Friend
The Friends of Hamilton Public Libraries Association Inc. are part of the wider Library family and their support enables the Libraries to flourish and grow. Join the Friends and with your annual subscription, meet like-minded people, receive invitations to special events and enjoy a range of discounts and concessions.
Friends group at Te Manawa Library, Massey, November 2020
Membership privileges
There are many benefits associated with membership including:
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Priority bookings for Library programmes and events.
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Regular newsletters and advance programme information.
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10% discount at Poppies Bookshop (Hamilton) -excludes sale books and loyalty cards.
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Invitations to Friends' “Literature outings”.
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Free holds on items from the Libraries’ collection.
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25% discount at Hamilton Pools (excluding hydrotherapy).
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Discounted books from Wheelers Books.
What does it cost to be a Friend?
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Individual (waged) |
$20 |
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Unwaged |
$15 |
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Couples/Partners |
$25 |
(rates as of 1 April 2022)
Membership form
To join the Friends please complete our membership form.
For more information contact the Treasurer:
David Foreman
28A Nixon Street
Hamilton 3216
Phone: (07) 856 1132
Email: foremandavid6@gmail.com
What the Friends' funds are used for
The Friends of the Library help raise funds to purchase resources and support the Libraries’ Homebound Service. By becoming a Friend, your generous support will assist in the promotion and support of Hamilton City Libraries.
Friends' Committee members
Carol Jarman (President)
Joan Gibbons (Secretary)
David Foreman (Treasurer)
Sue Edmonds (Newsletters)
Jean Dorrell
Jan Mitchell
To contact the Friends, please email: friendsofthelibraryhamilton@gmail.com