FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY



About us

Our mission

Many thanks to Gabriel Perez, a Dumont High School student and graphic artist, for designing the Friends logo.

To support the Dixon Homestead Library, primarily in the area of fundraising, in addition to supporting programming efforts, recruiting additional Friends members as volunteers, and advocating for the library.


executive board

President: Simmrin Chakravaty

Vice President: Adrianna Munoz

Treasurer: Carole Stewart

Secretary: Donna Pleus

Members-at-Large: Kelly Marsicano & Erin VanVleet


What does the friends of the library group do?

We maintain an association of individuals interested in advocating for the Dixon Homestead Library by:

  • Focusing public attention on library services, facilities, and needs.

  • Sponsoring programs and activities to enhance library services (i.e. Children’s Summer Reading Program, ESL, Library of Things).

  • Promoting community involvement.

  • Raising funds for the library beyond the scope of borough funding.


what does a dhl friend do?

What does being a member of the Friends of the Dixon Homestead Library mean?
A Friend has the opportunity to:

  • Cast ONE vote at the Annual Meeting.

  • Volunteer

  • Serve on the Friends of the Library Board

  • Enjoy potential benefits from local businesses as and when available.


Contact us:

Email address: friends@dumont.bccls.org

Mailing address:

Friends of the Dixon Homestead Library

180 Washington Avenue

Dumont, NJ 07628


Interested in making a donation?

Cash and check donations are accepted. All checks should be made payable to Friends of the Dixon Homestead Library.