THE FRIENDS OF THE HUDSON AREA LIBRARY was established in 1999 to assist the Hudson Area Library in providing programs and supplies to enhance library services for the communities of Hudson and Greenport. Over the years, our dedicated and energetic volunteers have been raising funds for and creating awareness of the Library by participating in and supporting community events.

The Hudson Area Library, like many small town and rural libraries in New York State, has a modest operating budget. It sustains itself year-to-year with operating funds from the communities it serves, through the generosity of individual and corporate donors and Friends like you!

The Friends are currently focusing their efforts on raising funds to grow the Library’s collection in all media types to support the core mission of literacy.

The Friends meet bi-monthly (February, April, June, August, October, December) on the third Wednesday at 4pm at the Library. We are always looking for new members and new ideas. If you are interested in getting involved, please email friends@hudsonarealibrary.org. We look forward to meeting you!

Executive Board
William S. Blowers, President
Julia Shield, Secretary
Edward J. Gower, Treasurer

If you would like to donate to the Friends, you can send a check to:
Friends of the Hudson Area Library
51 N. 5th Street
Hudson, NY 12534

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