Friends of the Library

FOL meet the first Tuesday of the Month

Upcoming Events

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Friends of the Manteno Public Library

BOOK SALE

Saturday, March 11, 2023

9:30-2:00pm

at the library

Hardcover books, puzzles, games = 50 cents

Paperback books, kids, DVDS and CDS = 25 cents

Cash only!

We will also have a drawing for a prize basket valued at $100!

Nothing Bundt Cakes will be sold!

Who We Are

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 All of which has made them very instrumental in providing the library with monies to replace outdated equipment, host unique programs and partner with local community organizations.

Membership

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

Membership Application

Latest Newsletter

Programs Sponsored by our Friends

Iditorod Workshop

Abraham Lincoln

Genealogy Workshops

Items Sponsored by our Friends

Archival Boxes
Podium
Large Print Books for Juniors and Young Adult collection
Raffle Basket for Summer Reading Program
PTO & Village Christmas Tree Decorations
Books for Reading Buddies and Family Reading Night

Fundraising Events Sponsored By the Friends

Family Trivia Night- Membership Drive
Movies in the Park Concessions: June, July, August
Rockin’ on the Square: June, July, August
Beer Tent at Octoberfest
Bunco Night
Book Sale & Craft Fair
Nothing Bundt Cakes Fundraiser

Community Participation

Sponsored Gift Cards for Chamber Thrill of the Hunt

Children’s Books for Whitmore Ace Fundraiser for Luries Children’s Hospital

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