About Us - Joliet Public Library

Friends of the Joliet Public Library logo

The Friends of the Joliet Public Library is a non-profit organization made up of people who support the library by raising funds to help sponsor programs and provide library materials.
Since 1968, the Friends have donated over $150,000 to
the benefit of Joliet Public Library patrons and staff.
I want to become a member

Our Friends group :

Sponsors and provides funding for library programs/events
Provides matching funds for grants
Provides funds for the purchase of items for the library's collection and computer hardware and software
Provides volunteer workers for library events
Provides volunteer hours for community service requirements
Raises funds by maintaining an ongoing 'book sale' and selling T-shirts at both library locations
Holds small book sales at library events
Holds larger sales several times per year

Friend members:

Are allowed early admittance to sales and first pick of sale items
Meet quarterly to discuss fundraising ideas and set sale/meeting dates

Donating to the Friends:

Click here for a list of items that are accepted by the Friends.
Monetary donations in addition to regular membership dues are very welcome. These can be for memorials or any purpose(s) you specify.
Endowments and bequests are also very much appreciated
Donations are currently being accepted at both Library locations.

Next Meeting

Saturday, November 12, 10am
Main Library

Officers for 2012 will be elected at this meeting

Book Sales

Saturday,
October 29, 2011
at the Main Library

9am - 3pm
(Sale opens at 8am for Friends members)

November 25
Christmas Mini-Sale
Main Library - 2pm to 6pm

Sale dates and times are subject to change, addition or cancellation. Please watch for changes.

Thinking about becoming a Friends member?
We'd love to have you join us! New members and new ideas are always welcome.
Joining is easy. Click here for a printable membership application.
Completed applications may be turned in at the Circulation Desk at either library location or mailed, with a check, to the address below.
Please do not send cash in the mail. e-Pay is not available for Friends memberships.

Friends of the Joliet Public Library
150 N. Ottawa St., Joliet, IL 60432

Questions about donating or Friends membership? Please contact Nancy Johnson @ 815/740-2673.

Today is Saturday the 11th of February, 2012