It was Valentine’s Day weekend and the Cary Memorial Library Foundation threw a party to support the town’s treasured library. Cary’s Cupids was a huge undertaking for the organization, but a small army of volunteers collaborated to create a truly memorable event.
“We might just have another great Lexington tradition,” commented Jeanne Krieger, current President of the Board of Directors. “Lots of people enjoying good company in the library—a wonderful way to help make a great Library extraordinary!”
The event was sponsored by The Crafty Yankee, Higgins Group Realtors, Lexington Toyota, Deaconess Residences at Newbury Court, and Watertown Savings.
Lexingtonians turned out to show their love for the library by supporting this great event and having a great time doing it! There was dancing, specialty beer, great silent auction items and lots of mingling as neighbors took the opportunity to see the library in a whole new light. Festooned for the occasion with decorations by members of the LABBB program, the library came to life in the after-hours proving once again what a great investment the library renovation was and continues to be for the town of Lexington.
Jay Kaufman and wife along with Norman and Linda Cohen were spotted dancing in the “Cary Commons” to tunes supplied by DJ Jon Mansfield.
Everyone lined up to taste the creations of Lexington native Dan Kramer, founder of Element Brewing in Millers Falls and those who prefer wine enjoyed selections provided by Burlington Wine & Spirits.
The auction was led by committee member Anne Lee. So many great items were available from a beautiful handmade table donated by local artisan Adam Curtis to hot air balloon rides donated by Soaring Adventures of America! Many local Lexington businesses and artists also made generous donations to the silent auction.
According to Kathryn Benjamin Director of Development for the Cary Memorial Library Foundation, the event was a huge success. “I am happy to announce that Cary’s Cupids exceeded its goal of $20,000 by raising just over $21,000! Over 250 tickets were sold, with about 200 people were in attendance,” she said.
Cary’s Cupids is the single largest fundraising event of the year for the CMLF. The proceeds from this event support its collections and programming.
