Raymond Library Fundraiser Invites Community, Business Participation

Raymond Public Library holds fundraiser.

EAST HARTFORD — A fundraiser titled "Everybody Loves Raymond" is offering residents, businesses and organizations the opportunity to leave their mark on the Raymond Public Library once the renovation and expansion of the building is complete.

"I think many individuals and families in the community will be proud to say they were part of this renovation project; any amount from one dollar on up will help," Director of Libraries Susan Hansen said Tuesday.

"Every donor, even for a dollar, will be recognized. We will have a digital display with the names of every donor. A wall-mounted plaque will recognize all donors over $500."

Hansen said she would like to raise $150,000.

The money raised will be used to purchase new furniture and computers for areas of the library not covered by the project's budget. The $8 million budget for the project covers new furniture and computers for the library's new addition only, Hansen said.

"We are trying to raise additional money to really put finishing touches everywhere — all new furniture and computers throughout. Nothing elaborate, just new and clean!" she said.

The 48,000-square-foot library was expanded by 14,000 square feet. It should be open by March.

The new library will have a computer training classroom, two community rooms that can accommodate as many as 300, a larger children's library, a young adult area and 60 computer work stations.

Hansen said she hopes to include a butterfly garden in front of the library. The garden is not part of the construction project and Hansen is looking for grant money.

Construction on the original library building was completed in 1889 and made possible through a bequest from businessman Albert C. Raymond. It was last renovated in 1968.

For more information about the "Everybody Loves Raymond" fundraiser, call the library at 860-289-6429.

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