Recent Activities
Horsham Day
It was a beautiful day for Horsham Day 2026. The sun was shining, and the weather was hot but breezy. It was perfect weather for seeing the sites, eating the delicious food, and talking to the Friends. Once again, the Friends and the Horsham Library had adjacent booths, and there were lots of visitors to both places.
The Friends introduced a new game this year - dart boards with Velcro "dart" balls. The game was a success, and people were lining up to play. We had lots of winners and we gave out lots of books and candy. We also had bookmarks for kids and brochures and information for adults. There were good crowds all day, and we provided lots of information on our activities. Several people commented to us about how much they liked our book sales at the Farmers Market. Thanks to all the people who made our booth a success.
Spring Plant Sale
This year, the Friends continued their make-over of the plant sale. Building on last year's success, the plant sale became the "Spring Plant Sale" - focusing on spring planting and summer gardens, as well as Mother's Day
gift-giving. We increased the number of native perennials for sale and removed some plants that were not as popular. We sold herbs for the first time, and they were
well-received by our customers. We also had the Master Gardeners back again by popular demand.
It was drizzling the day of the sale so we set up inside the library. When the doors opened at 10AM, people flocked in to get garden advice and to purchase plants. The sale was very busy, and we sold all our plants before the sale ended at 2:00. People told us they would come back earlier next year! Thanks to everyone who made the sale a great success.
Spring
Book Sale
This April, the Friends held the first of their two community book sales. In keeping with the theme of "Read Recycle Repeat", we received lots of book donations prior to the sale, and the books represented a large variety of themes - from old favorites like "Mystery" to new topics such as "Romantasy" and "Book Club Picks". The sale was held April 23 through April 25 in the Cafe and Conference Room of the library. Once again, there was a preview sale for Friends Members on the evening of April 22.
We had a great turnout; people were ready to pick up some new books for reading during the spring and summer. We continue to sell books every day in the Book Cafe, and look for us selling books at the Horsham Farmers' Market throughout the summer and fall.
Library Staff Appreciation Lunch
In addition to the Volunteer and Member Appreciation, the Friends continued to celebrate National Library Week with a lunch for the library staff. National Library Week is a time to recognize and appreciate the many ways that libraries help enhance, uplift, and unite communities. On Tuesday, April 21, the Friends provided a pizza luncheon including a veggie tray, and chocolate chip cookie bars. Everyone enjoyed the lunch. Thanks also to Horsham Pizza, which is the staff's favorite place to go for great pies. The staff is a great team, and we appreciate all they do for the Friends and the community.
