The Friends of the Manteno Public Library is very active in fundraising advocacy, volunteerism, public awareness campaigns, and literacy programs. All of which has made them very instrumental in providing the library with monies to replace outdated equipment, host unique programs and partner with local community organizations.

The Friends of the Manteno Public Library District are committed to helping our library be something extraordinary. All patrons are welcome to join!

• Special Events and Speakers
• Large Print Books for Juniors and Young Adult Collection
• Raffle Baskets for Fundraisers
• Books for Reading Buddies and Family Reading Night
• Stuffed Animal Workshop
• Prizes for Various Events

• Library Merch Sale
• Annual Fish Fry
• Annual Bunco Night Bash
• Annual Book Sale
• Seasonal Fundraisers including…
  • Culver’s Nights
  • Monical’s Nights
  • Craft Nights
  • Seasonal cakes/goods sales

Manteno Wendy’s

Amberstone Storage

Carlile Architects

First Community Bank & Trust

Lee’s Rental

Linman Family McDonald’s

Mayberry Junction

National Bank of Manteno

People’s Bank of Kankakee County

Silvano’s Pizza

Smith Development

State Farm Emily Browning

Yanni’s Café