Friends of the Library

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!

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View our 2021 newsletter

Our board

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

President – Ryndee Carney
Vice President – Deb Mohatarem
Secretary – Pam DeWeese
Treasurer – David Underdown
Members — Jerry Dreer, Justen Lewis, Mark Lyles, Stephanie Brochert, Judy Vindici

Our Volunteers

Volunteer opportunities include working the book sale, sorting through donations and more. Contact Friends@baldwinlib.org or 248-647-7339 to learn more

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300 W. Merrill St.
Birmingham, MI 48009

Library Hours

Monday–Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Friday & Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Sunday: 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Upcoming Holiday Closures

Monday, July 4 - All Day: Independence Day
Saturday, September 3 through
Monday, September 5: Labor Day Weekend

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
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Our Donations

Donations are welcome on:
Tuesdays, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon
Thursdays, from 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Due to high demand and limited storage space, we request that you limit your donations to 2 boxes/bags per week. **No Text Book, Encyclopedias or Readers Digest books, please**

Our Book Sales

Come shop the ever changing selection of great used books and media on the main level, across from the Hot Picks!

Free Two-Hour Parking in Chester Street Deck

Metered street parking around Library

Free Parking on Sundays

248-647-1700

300 W. Merrill St.
Birmingham, MI 48009

Library Hours:

Monday – Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Friday & Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Sunday: 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Holiday Closures:

Monday, July 4 - All Day: Independence Day

Saturday, September 3 - All Day: Labor Day Weekend

Sunday, September 4 - All Day: Labor Day Weekend

Monday, September 5 - All Day: Labor Day