In 1950, a group of like-minded individuals formed The Friends of the Library. This non-profit’s purpose is the same now as it was then: to support the Library’s standards, goals and vision by creating enjoyable programs and opportunities for all Baldwin patrons. If you have a similar passion, consider joining the Friends. Membership is open to all, and paid dues go directly back to the Library. Join Us!

View our 2018 newsletter

Our board

• The Friends of the Library Board helps plan and organize our membership drives, newsletter and more

President – Pam DeWeese

Vice President – Deb Mohatarem

Secretary – Candee Repa

Treasurer – Jennifer Peterson

Members — Ryndee Carney, Jerry Dreer, Mark Lyles, Kaisa Mikkola, Fran Stern, LaToya Stroker, Judy Vindici

Our Volunteers

Volunteer opportunities include working the book sale, sorting through donations and more. Contact Friends@baldwinlib.org or 248-554-4683 to learn more

Our Money

The Friends donate a yearly $40,000 to the Baldwin to provide financial support for:

• Youth, teen and adult programs
• Program refreshments and supplies
• Summer Reading Programs and Prizes
• Author visits
• Book club books
• Equipment
• Marketing, outreach and displays
• Computers and other technology
• Learn.Connect.Discover Newsletter

Our book sales

Book Sales happen every May and November at the Library, offering great opportunities to pick up wonderful titles at a great price. Each sale typically features over 10,000 books, from current bestsellers to classics and more. Are you a member of the Friends of BPL? Then you get to browse first at our Member Preview Night! Our next sale is May 3-6, 2019.