Friends of the Library
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 – Candee Repa
Treasurer – Jennifer Peterson
Members — Barb, Aylesworth, Jerry Dreer, Justen Lewis, Mark Lyles, 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
Location - View Map
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.
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 Donations
Due to COVID-19, The Friends of the BPL is not accepting donations at this time. All items left at the Library will be discarded.
Our Book Sales
Typically 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.
Due to COVID-19, Book Sales have been suspended until further notice.
Free Parking in Chester Street Deck through June 30
Metered street parking around Library
Free Parking on Sundays
248-554-4650
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:
May 29 - 31, 2021: Memorial Day Weekend