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Friends of the Library

Make a difference in your community

Next general meeting May 17th at 10:30 AM

Friends of the library meeting

Who are the Friends of the Library?

The Friends of the Library Foundation is a non-profit organization that organizes and hosts various fundraising events to raise money for library programs, essential suppies, and long-term library expansion goals.

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How can you help the Friends?

  • Become a member and share your fundraising ideas and talents
  • Volunteer at events
  • Donate
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Upcoming Events

  • General Meeting: May 17th, 10:30 AM at the Manhattan Branch
  • Book Sale: June 13 & 14 at the Manhattan Branch

Board Members

President: Sara Kowalewski | Vice President: Meg Mueller | Treasurer: Erica Aultz | Secretary: Rachel Ball | Board Member: Marissa Oehler

Locations & Contact Info

Manhattan Branch
240 Whitson Street
PO Box 53
Manhattan, IL 60442

Elwood Branch
111 E Mississippi Ave
Elwood, IL 60421

Phone: 815-478-3987
Fax: 815-478-4028
Email: questions@mpld.org

Manhattan Branch Hours

Monday: 10:00AM-7:00PM
Tuesday: 10:00AM-7:00PM
Wednesday:  10:00AM-7:00PM
Thursday: 10:00AM-7:00PM
Friday: 10:00AM-5:00PM
Saturday: 10:00AM-2:00PM
Sunday: Closed

Elwood Branch Hours

Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 10:00AM-6:00PM
Wednesday:  10:00AM-6:00PM
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: 10:00AM-2:00PM
Sunday: Closed

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