Though it's hard to believe given the economic times we're in, this year's library fair continues a trend that began in 2006: every year since then we've set a new record for earnings at the fair.This year we brought in $8,805.14!

Comparisons year-to-year for the last five Fairs:
2005 - $3639.30
2006 - $7250.00
2007 - $7580.03
2008 - $8431.99
2009 - $8805.14

The breakdown by department for this year's fair:

Books - $2812.80, Fleas $764.15, Plants $591.50, Kids Games $772.60, Peanuts $210.50, Baked Goods $673.30, Food Court $696.29.

The response from the community in terms of volunteers, in-kind donations, cash donations and turnout at the fair was unprecedented and is a strong indicator of the value that our community puts on the public library. Thanks to everyone for their support!