FRIENDS OF THE CARLSBAD LIBRARY

The Friends of the Carlsbad Library have been in existence since 1964. The "Friends" is a nonprofit, all volunteer organization that is dedicated to raising funds to support many ongoing programs for the Carlsbad Libraries.

Some of the items available for purchase at bargain prices are gently used books, magazines, greeting cards, puzzles, sheet music, vintage records, Videos, CDs, tapes, and audio books. Gift Certificates are available.

Donations are welcome! Your donations make a difference!

What do the Friends do?

• Raise money for Library activities and programs
• The "Friends" operate the Friends Bookstore at the Dove library
• Maintain the Friends Mini-bookstore at Cole Library
• Hold an annual Book Sale at Cole Library
• Conduct Silent Auctions of rare and unusual books
• Publish the "Friends Forum" newsletter, featuring Library and Friends information

Where does the money go?

• Carlsbad Reads Together Program
• Children's annual Summer Reading program
• Year-round children's programs
• Renovation of the Dove Library Children's Garden
• Adult Learning Program
• Teen programs for grades 7-12
• Purchase of audio books
• Purchase of multiple copies of best sellers

Friends Annual Memberships

Membership forms are available at the Library or Bookstore and may be returned to same or to Friends of the Library of Carlsbad, CA, Inc., 1250 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad CA, 92008

Volunteer Opportunities

Join the Friends and join the volunteer staff. Information is available at the store.

Friends of the Carlsbad Library Board of Directors
Arthur Wood - President

Friends Forum May 2008 [290 kb]

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Contact Us | Friends of the Carlsbad Library

Friends of the Carlsbad Library Bookstore
1775 Dove Lane (at Library entrance)
(760) 602-2020

Bookstore Hours
Monday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Tuesday thru Friday 10 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.