Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Library is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to enhancing the holdings of the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library through membership pledges, fundraising, and endowments. The library is very grateful to the Friends for all of their time and dedication to making this institution a success. Funding from the Friends has provided the library with:
- Books and e-book readers
- Large-print and audiobooks
- Magazines and newspapers
- The summer reading program
- Programs like “Check Out the Blues” and “The Screening Room” film series
- Computers and software
- Shelving for Youth Area
- Software for the Digital Archive
- Genealogy databases
- Microfilm
Bookstore Hours
MON-FRI – 10:00-4:00 PM
SATURDAY – 10:00-4:00 PM
SUNDAY – 1:00-4:00 PM
Much of the support provided to the library by the Friends is through the Friends’ Bookstore. Located on the first floor of the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library and operated completely by volunteers, the bookstore offers used books and magazines at next-to-nothing prices. The bookstore accepts donations of used books, magazines, and other materials.
For more information, contact the Bookstore at 256-764-6564, ext. 119.
Join the Friends of the Library
If you, too, are a strong advocate of the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library, become a member of the Friends or donate your time by volunteering in the bookstore. You can access the necessary membership and volunteer forms through the links below; simply print the form, fill it out, and turn it in at the Friends’ Bookstore. Forms are also available at the bookstore.
You can also become a Friend by clicking the links below. You’ll be taken to the Friends’ Square website where you can pay for your membership online. As always, your transaction is safe, secure, and encrypted by Square’s trustworthy platform. Our annual terms of service are from Oct. 1 to Sept 30.
Become a Friend by paying for your membership online (Click Here)
Friends of the Library Membership Form (PDF)
Friends Bookstore Volunteer Form (PDF)
Donate to The Friends of the Library
Memorials or honorariums to the Friends may be made by sending a check to
The Friends of the Library
P.O. Box 1178, Florence, AL 35631
Be sure to include the name of the person(s) being remembered or honored and provide the name and address of the person to whom the notice of the memorial will be sent. Also include the name and address of the contributor so that an acknowledgement can be mailed.
2024–2025 Friends of the Library Board
President: William Smith
Vice President: Shinika Byrd
Secretary: Kathryn Thigpen
Treasurer: Brenda Baker
Bookstore Manager: Anne Smith