Greater Largo Library Foundation

Lynn was a cherished member of the Greater Largo Library Foundation Board, serving as president for many years. She worked diligently to create sustainable library foundation funding and was a champion for literacy and library services.

We are deeply saddened at the loss of our dear friend, Lynn Pippenger. Her generosity and dedication to our Library will continue to shape the programs and services that serve our community for years to come.

Don't miss another LIVE PERFORMANCE at the Largo Public Library with Nan Colton!

This time, prepare for a special performance as Ms. Colton portrays Mary Shelley, the author of Frankenstein!

Details below!

👉Link to buy tickets: https://www.gllf.org/donate-now

Greater Largo Library Foundation A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the division of consumer services by calling toll-free 1-800-help-fla or online at www.floridaconsumerhelp.com, registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state. registration #: ch1428

❤️GLLF Awarded Grant from the Speer Dream Foundation❤️

🔹The Greater Largo Library Foundation was recently awarded a grant from the Speer Dream Foundation. The grant will be utilized to enhance the collection of children and youth books for community engagement/outreach for both the bookmobile and home delivery service.

🔹“Based in Saint Petersburg, FL, the Speer Dream Foundation is a faith-based philanthropic organization committed to making a meaningful impact in the Tampa Bay region. The Speer Dream Foundation is built on the belief that addressing critical community needs requires a comprehensive approach and a commitment to innovation and collaboration.”

🔹The Greater Largo Library Foundation would like to thank Tim Whipple, Executive Director of the Speer Dream Foundation, and the entire staff for their generous support. For more information on the Speer Dream Foundation, please visit their website at https://speerdream.org/.

📸Pictured in the attached photograph are Laurie Bunce, GLLF Board President, Elliott Rakofsky, GLLF Foundation Director, Bailee Day, Library Assistant, Tim Whipple, Executive Director of the Speer Dream Foundation, Casey McPhee, Library Director and Pat Bell, GLLF Vice-President

‼️UPCOMING EVENT ALERT‼️

The Greater Largo Library Foundation is proud to present a
performance by Nan Colton, Thursday, December 5, 2024,
6:00pm in Jenkins Room A & B at the Largo Public Library!
📍Address: 120 Central Park Drive, Largo, FL

🎀“Christmas with Nan Colton” Tales of the
Season🎀

🔹Event sponsored by The Sandy Hartmann Group- Coastal Properties Group🔹

🎟TICKETS are $20.00 each and will be available at the
circulation desk at the library (cash/check only).
Please make checks payable to Greater Largo Library
Foundation.

🎟Tickets are also available ONLINE at:
https://www.gllf.org/donate-now

👉The deadline to purchase tickets is December 2,
2024
*Seating is limited*

👇About Nan Colton👇
Nan is an accomplished playwright, director,
storyteller, actress and arts educator who has
performed and lectured professionally on stages
throughout South Africa, Great Britain, and the United
States.
Proceeds from the event go directly to funding
existing library programs and services and help
provide an opportunity for the future growth of the
Greater Largo Library Foundation.

🎄Below is an original poem written for the event🎄*

“Christmas with Nan Colton, Tales of the Season”
Nan Colton is back again!
Gather up all your friends!
What is the reason?
“Tales of the Season”!
Stories of winter fun
Are what you’ll hear when you come
She’ll talk of snowstorms,
Sledding and skating
It’s on December 5th
Why are you waiting?
For $20, you don’t want to miss it
But how do you get a ticket?
Go to the front desk, or buy online
To sign up for this magical time!