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Friends of the Monessen Public Library Annual Library Luncheon

The Friends of the Monessen Public Library Annual Library Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, October 14, at 12:00 noon at St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church, 117 St. Spyridon Lane, in Monessen. Doors open at 10:30AM.

“The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library.” – (Albert Einstein) If Albert said it, it must be true. Since 1992, the Friends of the Monessen Public Library have planned and sponsored one of the social highlights in Monessen – their annual library luncheon. Although the luncheon is more like a family reunion for the guests, it is also the main fundraising activity for the Friends. On average, the Friends donate $10,000 per year to the library for children’s programming, books, and general library needs.

The theme of this year’s luncheon is, “What the World Needs Now Is ---” Guests will be treated to a display of creative tables, each reflecting a different version of this theme. The Friends are joined in making the luncheon an event to remember by St. Spyridon Evangelismos Philoptochos, St. Spyridon Auxiliary, and By George Catering.

Stephanie Urchick, a proud Monessen native and only the second woman to hold the role of President in Rotary’s 119-year history, is the scheduled speaker. Earlier this year, President Urchick received a Peace Pole as a gift and chose to place it near the entrance of Monessen’s City Park’s walking track, where she once played as a child—bringing her story full circle and rooting it in the heart of the community that shaped her values. She has traveled the world, promoting peace and the goals of Rotary International.

Beginning on September 1, tickets can be purchased at the Monessen Public Library, from a Friend, or by contacting Karen Cosner, 724.396.9592.

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