The Friends of CMPL is a nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to improving library services through underwriting programs and special projects. They hold several fundraisers including seasonal book sales, library tote bag sales and they are in charge of running the Used Book Nook.
The Friends group is led by president, Mary Russo and meets the second Tuesday of most months at 7 pm at the Main Library (meetings are not mandatory).
Book Sale Information
One of the largest fundraisers the Friends group conducts is the semi-annual book sale. Volunteers are needed year round to help with our sales. Please contact the Friends of CMPL at (586) 226-5004 for more information. Visit the Main Library on the following dates and times to get a great deal on used books:
Wednesday, April 15, 2020 from 5:30-8:30pm
Friends Night (Join at the door for $15!)
Thursday, April 16, 2020 from 12-8pm
Friday, April 17, 2020 from 9:30am-5pm
Show your current Friends membership for 20% off!
Saturday, April 18, 2020 from 9:30am-5pm
Half off everything!
Sunday, April 19, 2020 from 12:15-3pm
Bag Day (Get a bag of books for just $5)
Teachers with a valid school ID get 50% off in the Children’s Room during the used book sale.
Can’t wait for the sale? The North and South Branches have Friends of the Library kiosks to purchase used books. The Main Library offers the Used Book Nook. More information about the Used Book Nook, including hours, can be found here.
Gift Giving
The Friends of the Library have been very generous in awarding gifts to the Clinton-Macomb Public Library. Their total monetary pledge to the library in 2018 was $93,130!
Membership Benefits
Friends Membership Application (Adobe Reader required)
In addition to socializing throughout the year with a great group of friends and neighbors, the Friends of Library enjoy special perks.
- Book Sale Preview Night
- Receive Friends’ Newsletter
- Community connections
Used Book Sales (throughout the year)
The Friends of the Clinton-Macomb Public Library host two large-scale book sales each year at the Main Library but did you also know that you can get used books in between sales? The Friends supply the Used Book Nook at the Main Library with copies of the best of the donations. You can get a great deal on used books and book bundles at the Used Book Nook.
Volunteer Opportunities
The Friends of the Clinton-Macomb Public Library are always on the lookout for volunteers to assist with setting up and working at the used book sale. If you are interested in volunteering with the Friends of the Library, please call (586) 226-5004 or send an e-mail to libfriends@cmpl.org.
