Libraries recieve $8,000 donation to buy books

The Friends of the Randolph Library recently presented funding to support Summer Reading programs throughout Randolph County.

The $8,000 donation will help purchase books for seven branches of the Randolph County Public Library system, providing critical gap funding for youth and adult literacy initiatives.

The Friends of the Randolph Library is a volunteer-led nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting library programs and services throughout the county. Learn more at www.RandolphFriends.org.

Pictured here, from left, are Janet Henry, treasurer, Friends of the Randolph Library; Ross Holt, director, Randolph County Public Libraries; Owen George, president, Friends of the Randolph Library; and Samantha Martin, head of Youth Services and staff development coordinator, Asheboro Public Library.