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Friends of the Library

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Who are the Friends of the Library?

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Founded almost 60 years ago, we are a group of supporters including dedicated, enthusiastic, book-loving volunteers who cherish our Library.

What do active Friends do?

  • Volunteers work diligently to sort, shelve and sell thousands of donated books in the Back Stacks and in the main Library.
  • FOL issues funds to the Library for many needs and improvements.
  • FOL participates with community events and donates books where needed.

Back Stacks

Enter the main book collection on the north side of the Library.

Hours

  • Wednesday – 12-4 PM
  • Thursday and Friday – 12-2 PM
  • First Saturday of the month – 10 AM – 2 PM

Prices

  • Youth Books: $0.50 or less
  • Hard Cover Books: $2
  • Paperback books: $1
  • Mass Market Paperbacks: $0.50
  • Collectibles: Priced as marked

How can YOU be a Friend of Library?

  • Become a member!
  • Donate funds to the 501(c)(3) organization
  • Volunteer in a variety of ways:
    • Sort and shelve donated books
    • Help with Back Stacks sales
    • Stock the in-Library Book Mart
    • Bring in and initiate new ideas!
    • Participate with the FOL Board and committees
    • Assist with FOL/Library services, programs, projects and events
    • When purchasing from Amazon, do it from AmazonSmile and name Friends as a beneficiary – they’ll donate 0.5% to FOL

Friends Of The Library Membership Application

Make checks payable to: The Friends of the Blanchard Community Library / Mail to: Friends of the Blanchard Community Library 119 N 8th Street Santa Paula, CA 93060
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