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Our Mission
The mission of the Friends of the Greenburgh Library is to support and advocate for the library by fostering public awareness of its purpose as a source for learning, literacy, discovery and delight that enriches lives and strengthens our community.
Our Impact
The Friends of the Greenburgh Public Library help enrich the library and our community by:
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Operating the Friends Bookstore in the library lobby and hosting special books sales throughout the year, giving books a second life while raising funds to support the library
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Investing in Library Staff by supporting professional development and enrichment opportunities that help staff continue to provide exceptional service
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Funding essential equipment that enhances library services, improves technology, and creates a better experience for all patrons
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Supporting community programs by helping fund educational, cultural and family-friendly events that inspire lifelong learning and bring our community together
Board of Directors
Linda Paulo, President
Kathy Schneiderman, Vice-President
Beth Thomas, Vice-President
Barbara Judge, Secretary
Claire Pizzuti, Treasurer
Alexa Aparicio, Director
Jack Billig, Director
Gail Fell, Director
Lesley Gaudio, Director
Phylis Shulman, Director
Abbe Stein, Director
Other
Members
Mel Lipetz, Ex-Officio
Elly Glat, Ex-Officio
Linda Karesh, Ex-Officio
Angelica Mares, Library Board Liaison
Estelle Palevsky, Ex-Officio
Library
Staff
Christina Ryan-Linder, Director
Christa O'Sullivan, Assistant Director
Board Meetings
The Friends Board of Directors meets on the third Wednesday of the month.
The annual meeting of the Friends is held on the third Wednesday of May.
Meetings are open to all members of the community.