A representative of the Friends of the Ocean Shores Public Library reported the group recently heard from SeaLife Response Rehabilitation and Research (SR3) and said quarterly book sales bring in roughly $1,000 to $1,200. The Friends reported about 121 members.

Becky, speaking for the Library Foundation, said the foundation is researching grants to increase its funding and highlighted two recent purchases it funded at staff request: a green screen for program photo/backdrop use, and a nature backpack designed for family day hikes that will include a Washington State Parks discovery pass. The foundation is aiming to have the backpack available by spring.

Becky also reported the foundation will fund registration and travel for two library staff members — Michelle and Hannah — to attend next year’s Washington Library Association (WLA) conference in Yakima after Hannah won free registration by completing an in-person contest at this year’s conference.

The foundation will also purchase two copies of each of the 12 nonfiction picture books used for the WLA Towner Awards so the library can participate in the statewide elementary-student voting program in spring. Becky said the foundation funded several staff-requested items and that foundation volunteers continue to plan fundraising activities.