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!
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 — Mark Lyles, Stephanie Brochert, Judy Vindici, Michelle Hollo
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
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 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Upcoming Holiday Closures
Wednesday, November 23: Closed at 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 24: Closed for Thanksgiving
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
**8/12/2022: Donation acceptance is currently suspended, while the building is closed due to flooding**
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!
There will be a surprise Pop-Up Book Sale on Saturday, Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the lower level of the Library.
Our next regular book sale will be held October 28-31, 2022.
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:
Wednesday, November 23: Closed at 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 24: Closed for Thanksgiving