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Minigolf nets more than $9,000; grant funds 30 new library computers and cameras installed
Summary
The minutes reported a successful minigolf fundraiser that raised more than $9,000, upcoming Red Sox ticket raffle activity by the Friends, and a technology grant that is funding installation of 30 new computers and new cameras; Director Meena Jain said she hopes to share the Young Comic Fest model with other libraries in 2027.
Minutes from the April 7 meeting said the library’s minigolf fundraiser earned more than $9,000 and that raffles were successful; the Friends of the Library coordinated the event and will move next into a Red Sox ticket raffle.
The trustees recorded that a grant has funded 30 new computers, which are being installed, and that new security cameras are also being installed. Library Director Meena Jain told the trustees she wants to show other libraries how to stage the Ashland Library Young Comic Fest and suggested 2027 as a good year to share the program model and materials.
Staff also reported ongoing preparation for the Summer Reading program and continuing weeding of collections. The minutes do not specify the grant source, the vendor for the computers or cameras, or a timetable for the Friends’ upcoming raffle.
