LIBRARY SUPPORT
Friends of the Library
Since 1978, Friends of the Library has provided additional financial support for Library programs, materials, and activities. The group collects donations of book and magazines throughout the year, which are then either added to the Library’s permanent collections or sold in the Friends store or at the semi-annual book sale. Since the opening of the new Library building in 1995, the Friends of the Library has operated the small gift shop located just off the lobby. The shop has become a popular shopping destination for visitors and residents alike, offering delightful goods that enhance learning and creative play. Used books and magazines are also sold there. Together with the book sales, Friends of the Library generates over $20,000 each year for Library programs and materials.
Did you know that you can support our public library with an annual membership of only $10 per year? Download Membership Pamphlet and Application
Memberships are renewable in January and entitle you to:
•A 10% discount on new merchandise in the Store (excluding holiday sales)
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An invitation to a special pre-sale of Friends books before they go on sale to the general public (in April and October of your membership year).
The Friends of the Library appreciate your donations, which are either added to the library’s collection or are used to generate considerable funds towards the purchase of new books, library materials, programs or services. We accept donations (limited to two bags of books at a time) during business hours and ask that they be brought into the library or the Friends Store, located in the foyer of the library building. Please contact the library (237-3870) or Friends (237-3908) to arrange either pick-up or delivery of large donations. Please do not leave donations in the delivery area without making previous arrangements.
Books must be in good condition, and of current interest. Our experience tells us that the following items are not saleable items, so we cannot accept them:
- Reader’s Digest or other condensed books
- Books that are worn, torn, dirty, mildewed or otherwise in poor condition
- Law books, medical and professional reference books more than two years old
Textbooks are not accepted regardless of how new.
Magazines must be in good physical condition, and of current interest. We gladly accept weekly magazines up to three weeks old, and monthly magazines up to two years old. National Geographic magazines are kept in the children’s library and are given away (no charge). As space is limited, all National Geographic donations must have prior approval by the Children’s Librarian before being accepted.
Library Board of Trustees
“The Paso Robles City Library is the place to discover, to learn, and to grow, empowering our community to achieve its vision for the future.”
Visit the Advisory Committees section of this website for more information on the Library Board (meeting dates, members, goals, etc.).
Library Foundation
“The Paso Robles Library Foundation develops financial resources to enhance and sustain superior library services.”
The Paso Robles Library Foundation, established in 1997, is a non-profit organization under Internal Revenue Code 5013c, dedicated to supporting the Library’s commitment to excellence in library service.
Directors
Sandy
Boxer
Barbara Durand
Dave Hargrave (President)
Milt Laird
Steve Martin (Vice President)
Angela Mitchell
Patrick Sayne
Vicki Silva
Pat Stevens (Secretary)
Doug Thomsen (Treasurer)
Elizabeth Van Steenwyk
Ex-Officio Directors
Julie Dahlen, Library Services Manager
Ann Robb, Library and Recreation Services Department Manager
Suzanne Robitaille, Library Volunteer Coordinator
Denise Surber, Library Board of Trustees President
Lifetime Library Legends
Dee Lacey
Barbara Partridge
The Library Foundation meets the 1st
Wednesday of the month, 11:30 a.m., in the Library/City Hall
Conference Room. For
more information, please call Suzanne Robitaille, 237-3870.
Donations
Through contributions, large and small, the Library Foundation has made possible the creation of new collections or the expansion of existing collections in all areas of the library: reference tools, music CDs, books on tape, books on CD, DVDs, and much more.
Over the years, the Library Foundation has been a proud sponsor of many of your favorite library programs and activities:
- Brushmarks Teen Juried Art Exhibit
- Galaxy Juried Art Exhibit
- Children’s Summer Reading Program
- Teen Summer Reading Program
- Program Support at the Study Center
- Author Visits and Book Signings
Your tax-deductible donation to the Paso Robles Library Foundation is very much appreciated. For more information about the Library Foundation or about other opportunities to support your City Library, please call Library Services Manager Julie Dahlen, 237-3870, or contact her by email.
The Foundation relies on the generosity of library supporters like you. Please take a moment now to consider a gift to the Paso Robles Library Foundation. Your donation is fully tax deductible. As an added bonus, anyone donating over $2,010 may have his or her name (or the name of someone they wish to honor) inscribed on the permanent donor plaque in the library foyer. More information and donation form can be found here.
