Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Salina Public Library is an organization of volunteer members dedicated to providing visible support for Salina Public Library by raising and donating funds to the library, initiating and sponsoring activities and events, and providing volunteers for library activities.
Membership Levels & Annual Dues
- $5 Student
- $10 Individual
- $25 Family
- $50 Benefactor
- $100 Single Lifetime
- $250 Family Lifetime
You can also pick up a membership form at the Library's adult circulation desk.
Perks of Membership
In addition to supporting the library, Friends members enjoy these benefits:
- Enroll in CLASS courses one day before registration opens.
- Incur no daily late fines on library items. Friends are responsible for lost or damaged items. Items are considered lost once 28 days overdue.
- Attend the Friends Book Sale Preview Night
Friends Board
The Friends Board includes 12 members who are elected to three-year terms.
The officers and board members for 2020-21 are:
President: Mary Shaffer
Vice President: Gretta Kontas
Secretary: Amy Rundquist
Treasurer: Cloie Brevik
Board Members
Betty Garrison
Mary Ellen Burgardt
Shirley Pekarek
Stephen Papy
Susana Jimenez
Roni Cairns
Laura Rodenbaugh
Teresa Weaver
Amanda Little
Joe McKenzie Youth Scholarship
The Friends of the Salina Public Library award scholarships for teen Library volunteers. Students who meet the requirements may be eligible for $500-$1500 scholarships annually.
Learn MoreFriends of the Library Book Sale
Sidewalk Sale — 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 12
Grab bags of books grouped by genre will be for sale for $5 each. Cash and check accepted. North side of the library.
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Some volunteer activities for the Friends Members are hosting at special library or Friends events, helping to organize and run the FSPL book sale, assisting with the Salina Poetry Series, helping with receptions and book sales for visiting authors. Find current volunteer opportunities here. |