Dear Friends,
As the holiday season approaches, we extend our warmest wishes and heartfelt thanks to our generous donors and community. May this season bring you joy, reflection, and meaningful time spent with those you cherish.
Library Update from Julian Skinner, Public Works Director/City Engineer
With the weather cooperating, work is continuing on schedule inside and outside the new library. Inside, drywall has been hung and primed, ready for finishes and painting. The grid for the wood ceiling has been installed, and the ceiling will be completed in the coming weeks. Likewise, bathroom fixtures and cabinetry/shelving are also being installed.
Outside, the wood slats are being placed in the shade awnings, and the last section of concrete walkway is being formed. Grading for the Commons area, including the seating and turf area, is underway. Finally, the foundation for the shade trellis at the east end of the Commons area was recently completed.
Our New Library’s Outdoor Spaces
Generous contributions from donors are helping TCF and the City create a
welcoming outdoor environment around the library building. Planned features include patios, walkways, attractive gardens, inviting seating areas, arbors, abundant trees, and amenities for both cyclists and pedestrians.
We are committed to ensuring that the outdoor spaces at The Commons are as beautiful and inviting as the new library itself. Together, with tax-deductible contributions from our community, we can bring this vision to life. Thank you for your generosity and support.
A tree made of stories reminds us that the greatest gifts are those we share. May your holiday season be filled with good books, warm moments, and lasting memories.
Thank you for being part of our library community, today and always!
Warmly,
Ann Morrison
President, The Commons Foundation
Donor Recognition Wall: Celebrate Your Support
Through our collaboration with architect Chris Noll’s team, a beautiful Donor Recognition Wall is taking shape inside the new library to honor gifts of $5,000 and above. If you’d like to be included, there’s still time to make a new donation or add to a previous gift to reach the $5K+ level. Contact us today.
Leave a Legacy – Naming Opportunities Available
Room naming opportunities are still available, offering a lasting way to support the library’s future and be part of its legacy. Options range from a study room to larger gathering spaces. Interested in learning more? We’d love to discuss how you or your organization can make a lasting impact. Reach out today.
How to Donate to The Commons Foundation (TCF) for the New Library
TCF continues to fundraise to ensure we have welcoming outdoor spaces surrounding the new library, including furnishings, landscaping a children’s area patio, outdoor reading room, outdoor community space, and additional trees and garden areas.
To donate, please visit Ways to Support. Options include:
- Making a one-time or recurring donation through PayPal or your credit card
- Mailing a check to The Commons Foundation, PO Box 846, Larkspur, CA 94977
- Making a one-time donation through your donor-advised fund (DAF) or retirement fund
- Reaching out to me, Ann Morrison. Let’s have a coffee!
- Please email admin@thecommonsatlarkspur.org with questions. As a reminder, most donations are tax-deductible and you will receive a gift acknowledgement by mail for tax purposes.
We appreciate all donations in support for this vital community asset. Thank you.