Stipend for TLA

The Friends of CTLS have approved one $400 stipend for the April 2008 Texas Library Association Conference in Dallas. Applicants must be a) full-time or part-time regular staff, b) a volunteer serving in the capacity of staff, or c) a library board member or lay representative in a public library that is a member of the Central Texas Library System (CTLS).   Preference will be given to first-time Annual Conference attendees; however, prior attendees may also apply. The postmark deadline is  February 29, 2008. Apply today!

Friends Luncheon January 25, 2008

What a wonderful event! Thanks for joining us, and special thanks to Connie Wear and Lou Anders.

Winter 2008 Friends Newsletter

Here is the latest edition of the Friends Newsletter - enjoy!

Friends of CTLS Mission

The Friends of the Central Texas Library System (FOCTLS) is a volunteer organization intended to promote and to support public library development through advocacy, acquisition of grants and other funds and the sharing of lessons learned within the Central Texas Library System area.

FOCTLS is a 501C3 non-profit organization. The FOCTLS solicits and accepts grants and other funds on behalf of CTLS members. Membership fees and donations are tax deductible.

What will FOCTLS Do?

FOCTLS will delve into a variety of activities to enhance the Central Texas Library System and individual library members of that system. We solicit grants and donations to assist with funding of  CTLS projects and promote the sharing of ideas in a supportive environment. FOCTLS does not intend to take focus away from local libraries and their Friends organizations. Each year the FOCTLS will hold two board meetings that will be open to all FOCTLS members.  

 Who Can Join FOCTLS?

You can! Individuals, families, local Friends of the Library organizations, businesses and agencies are all welcome to join forces to improve public libraries in Central Texas.

Individual Membership ($10) – Individuals are welcome to join on their own.

Family Membership ($15)– Sign up the entire family, no matter how many people live in your household.

Institutional Membership ($25) – Local Friends of the Library groups, businesses, services clubs and other institutions may become institutional members.

Supporting Members – ($100) Individuals, families, and institutions may decide to support FOCTLS by donating a larger membership fee.

Life Members – ($500) Individuals, families, and institutions may decide to join FOCTLS for life by paying a larger one-time fee.

How can you become a member?

Download the  application today. We are currently working towards going online with our donations. We appreciate your patience!

Fall 2007 Friends Newsletter

Here is the Fall 2007 edition of our Friends Newsletter - enjoy!