by Sandy Wyman
It’s always a pleasure for a reporter like myself to cover events that support great causes and on Saturday, September 17 was no exception to the rule.
The Reading Room Association (Gouverneur Library) is celebrating its 130th year of supplying the area with materials to better enhance the experience of learning and at the same time the 17th annual Arts in the Park was scheduled.
The day started out with some clouds and a good breeze, however, it was no deterrent to the crowd of shoppers that dotted the landscape of the village green.
Once again, the best of crafts and wares were on the sale block, one of the highlights just happened to be the awesome display of gift baskets…everyone should have one for a special person in your life to enjoy.
Another table took notice as the library had books, books and books for sale. I saw many a patron come away with a bagful of reading material, all for a good cause and once again the written word stays the course.
Both the milestone anniversary of the library and the annual fundraiser in the park proved its worth in more ways than one.
It’s nice to be a part of both events on a great Saturday afternoon in Gouverneur.