In accordance with the Constitution, the Friends will hold our annual membership meeting on Thursday, September 9, 1999 at 6:30pm (7:00pm for business meeting) in the Hall of Presidents on the Tarleton State University campus. There will be an appetizer buffet served from 6:30 to 7:00. The TSU Woodwind Ensemble is scheduled to play during the serving of the buffet. Look for more detailed information in the mail concerning this event. The purpose of this meeting is fourfold.

First, the current officers and committee chairpersons will provide the membership with a brief summary report of last year's efforts and a preview of the upcoming year's goals.

Second, the membership will vote on proposed changes to the Constitution and By-Laws. Copies of the proposed changes will be distributed at the meeting.

Third, officers and board of directors for 1999-2000 will be elected. If you are interested in an officer or board position, please attend the meeting.

Fourth, our guest speaker is Dr. Tom Pilkington. He will briefly discuss his new publication, State of Mind. Additionally, he will have copies available for signing after his talk.

If you would like more information about the annual meeting, please contact Ann Albrecht at 968-9946 or Pat Cockerell at 968-9938.

The Fall "Dinner in the Stacks", will be held on Saturday, October 23, 1999 in the Dick Smith Library. Look for information in the mail concerning this event. For more information, please contact Pat Cockerell at 968-9938 or Glenda Stone at 968-9871.

If you have not attended a "Dinner in the Stacks", you have been missing a great evening of fun.

Again this Fall, the Friends will sponsor its annual Book Sale, in Multipurpose Room of the Dick Smith Library, on Saturday, November 13, 1999. If you have items to donate or would be willing to assist by setting-up/staffing the sale, please contact Glenda Stone at 968-9871.

Do you know anyone interested in becoming a member of the Friends of the Dick Smith Library? If so, encourage him or her to contact Dr. Mary Ann Lipford (968-9480) about becoming a Friend.