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Friends of the Library

The purpose of the Friends is to maintain an association of persons interested in books and libraries; to focus public attention on library services, facilities and needs; and to stimulate gifts of books, magazines, desirable collections, endowments, and bequests.


2008 Executive, Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System

Left to right: Sandra Aronson, Treasurer; Juanita Malone, Vice President; Jan Wilkins, Secretary; Betty Bell, President; and John J. Callahan III, Library Director.

The Board of Directors meets on the fourth Thursday of each month; all members are welcome to attend. To confirm date and time, call 233-2767. To leave a message for the Friends, call 233-2765.


Friends President Betty Bell presents the 2008 Budget to Library Director John J. Callahan III.

Money will be used to promote enhanced library services, provide financial assistance for special events, and advocate for library needs.

Join the Friends

  • to stimulate public support for the library.

  • to encourage gifts, endowments, and bequests to the library.

  • to conduct activities of special interest and need to the community.

  • to support the library in developing and expanding its services and facilities to the community.

  • to be well-informed in order to communicate with members of the County Commission and State Legislature about library programs, progress, and needs.

Happenings, our monthly newsletter and calendar of library events, is mailed to all members.

Annual Friends membership begins at $15; Family membership is $25 per year. All contributions and dues are tax deductible.

Download a Friends Application Form

Betty Bell, President of the Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System received $5,000 from HSBC Bank

Photos from the 2007 Author Luncheon with Tami Hoag
Photos from Heart Songs - A Friends Sponsored Event at the Main Library
Photos from the Friends of the Library Book Sale at the North County Regional in February 2006
Photos from the Friends of the Library Book Sale at the Main Library in December 2005

Related Pages: Library Advisory Board - Employment - Volunteers

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