​Friends of the Cotuit Library

Our History

The Friends of the Cotuit Library began as a volunteer grass roots group in the early 1980’s and first elected officers in the mid 1980’s.  Over time, a formal board was elected to govern the organization. Bylaws were incorporated circa 2007. In 2011, the organization filed for recognition by the state and the federal government as a non-profit group.  That status was granted and the organization operates today as a 501(c)(3) non-profit.  

The Friends' mission is to raise funds to supplement the Library’s operating budget, underwrite the cost for selected new programs, advocate and promote Library programs and assist with new Library initiatives. Our volunteer efforts are aimed at preserving the Cotuit Library as a vital resource.  In 2024 the Friends adopted a new logo that incorporates the Library's new logo which was launched in celebration of its 150th Anniversary.​

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​The Friends' Board

Board Officers:

Joyce Picariello
​President

Debra Stephenson
​​Vice President​

Sheila Hastings
​Treasurer

Cheree Bellofatto Weeks
​Secretary

Board Members:
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Christine Curtis
​Membership Chair
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​Deb Jarret 
Publicity Chair

Lynne Papell and Jack Gardner
Luncheon Speaker Co-Chairs
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Alberta Guerin and Karyl Scrivener 
​Luncheon Co-Chairs​

Diane Sullivan Cadigan and Margaret McQuillan
Plant Sale Co-Chairs

Sondra Mercandetti and Susan Maddox
Friendship Soup Co-Chairs

Pam DiTroia and Jane Miceli
Book Nook, Little Library, and Book Sale Co-Chairs

Dana Dunn and Liz Pappas
Volunteer Coordinator