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 Donations
Book donations are being accepted at all locations. Please be aware of the following:
- Please limit your donations to two boxes or bags at the South Branch. For larger donations, the Main Library may accept up to five boxes or bags.
- Drop off your donations between 8am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday.
- Please do not leave worn, smelly, musty books.
- We do not accept: VHS cassettes, encyclopedias, dictionaries, National Geographic or magazines.
Thank you for your donations.
Book Sale Information
If you are in need of used books, please visit the on-going sale in the lobby of the Main Library. There are hundreds of books for adults, teens, and children available at this self-serve sale. There are also used book kiosks available at the branches.
The Friends of the Library may be in need of volunteers for future Used Book Sales. If you are interested in helping with the fall 2022 sale, please fill out and submit the form below. A member of the Friends will be in touch when volunteers are needed.
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 2022 was $87,930!
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.