THANK YOU KDLA AND KIM MICHELE RICHARDSON!
What better way to spend a stormy evening than welcoming an extraordinary author. Kim Michele Richardson filled the room with stories, music, history, and heart — giving everyone a deeper appreciation for Kentucky’s past and the people who shaped it.
It was an honor for the Friends of Kentucky Libraries to partner with KDLA to host this event, and a privilege for all of us to attend. Nights like this remind us why Kentucky’s literary heritage matters and why community gatherings make it shine even brighter.
Outstanding Friends Chapter and Friend of the Library Applications
It’s time to shine a spotlight on the incredible work your Friends Chapter is doing—and to celebrate an outstanding Friend of the Library who goes above and beyond for your community.
If you didn’t receive the applications for the Outstanding Friends Chapter Award or the Outstanding Friend of the Library Award, you can access both forms here 2026 OUTSTANDING CHAPTER AND OUTSTANDING FRIEND OF THE CHAPTER – SMALL AND LARGE GROUP
These awards are a wonderful way to recognize dedication, creativity, and the impact your Friends make every day. We encourage every chapter to submit nominations and share the stories that make your library stronger.
Every quarter your Friends of Kentucky are posting EveryLibrary Institute Friends of the Library Training Slides and/or Videos. The EveryLibrary Institute has provided KDLA with several recorded trainings for Friends of the Library groups.
To view past slide or videos go to Resources and click on Webinars.
Membership Matrix- with EveryLibrary Institute Training – John Chrastka
The Friends of Kentucky Libraries is a nonprofit organization made up of individuals and local Friends chapters and local boards of trustees who support and celebrate Kentucky’s libraries.
We are…
– a network of library supporters from across the state sharing ideas and news
– a source of assistance for creating or revitalizing your local Friends of the Library Chapter
– a unified voice to advocate for your library and all Kentucky Libraries
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