The Lucky Winners of our Christmas Raffle!

Congratulations to the winners of the Friends of the Library's Christmas Raffle!

• 1st Prize:  Linda Hunt was the winner of the fabulous gift basket from Mrs. McGarrigle's (value $350).
• 2nd Prize: Chris Walker was the winner of the charming rustic loveseat from Applegarth Arbour Studios (value $300)
• 3rd Prize:  Andrea Struthers was the winner of the $50 gift certificate from Elements Bistro

The Friends of the Library are pleased to announce that the Raffle raised $1770 for library programs and projects!

Thank You to everyone who purchased tickets in support of the Library, and Thank You to

Janet Campbell (Mrs. McGarrigle's),

Jan Schryburt (Applegarth Arbour Studios),

Karen Brule (Elements Bistro)

who so generously donated these prizes.

Off the Shelf welcomes The Giocoso Strings - Dec. 12

Off the Shelf, our popular story-reading series, returns Mon., Dec. 12 at a special time - 7:00 pm - for a Christmas-themed evening of readings - and music!

Members of Theatre Night in Merrickville will be sharing favourite seasonal short stories and poetry for adults and older children. This month's readers are Brian Fitzpatrick, Martin Green, and Alyson Reid. To make the evening extra-special, TNIM is delighted to welcome The Giocoso Strings to the program. The Giocoso Strings, a popular Merrickville string "quartet plus", will be playing a selection of favourite Christmas music and carols.

As always, Off the Shelf is held at the Library. Light seasonal refreshments will be available. There is no charge, but donations are appreciated. Space is limited and sure to fill up fast - reserve your seat today (613-269-3326 or merrickville_library@bellnet.ca).