Words From Our "Prez" - Tony



Mentone Public Library Guitar-Strumming President Tony  
with Long-Serving Retired President Jean. 
(Mentone Public Library 
85th Anniversary Open Day
- Saturday, 8th May 2010)

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Saturday, 16th March 2013

2012 was quite a successful year,
with new memberships from within and outside Mentone.
Many of whom came to us via the monthly author talks which have provided much entertainment to both the public and library members. 
May the literary buzz continue into the new year!

Cheers,

Tony.

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