Friends of the Library
Who are the friends?
We are a group of volunteers who support the library financially through the sale of donated, gently used books and other items. These items are collected and sorted by our volunteers, and offered for sale at the Books and More Store located in the library lobby.
We also hold large book sales throughout the year. Please check this page for upcoming dates of special sales and meetings.
Friends of the Library are always looking for volunteers to help sort donations for our sales! If you are interested in joining, please complete the members application form available at the library.
Benefits of Working with Friends
- Enjoy the company of like-minded book and library lovers.
- Experience the thrill of hunting through tons of donations and finding that special treasure.
- Earn special sale privileges that apply to working Friends only.
Annual Membership
General - $10.00
Lifetime - $100.00
Donation - The amount of your choice
Friends of the Library are always looking for volunteers to help sort donations for our sales! If you are interested in joining, please complete the members application form available at the library.
Friends Meetings
If a Friends meeting or book sale is coming up soon, you can find it HERE.
To find out when the next Friends meeting or book sale is coming up fill out the form.
If you have questions, comments or would like to volunteer, please fill out our form.
Friends Newsletter
Friends Sale Donations
The Friends of the Grayslake Library thank you for your donations! We welcome donated materials that are in good condition:
- New and gently used books in good condition.
- CDs
- DVDs
- Puzzles (in good condition)
- Board games (in good condition)
We do not accept encyclopedias, textbooks over 5 years old, or any items which are soiled, moldy, or otherwise not suitable for resale.
You may drop off book donations at the Circulation Desk to receive a tax receipt. If a receipt is not needed, simply place your materials on the cart next to the Circulation Desk.
Sample of Items Given to the Library by the Friends
Summer Concert Series
Winter Concert Series
The Film Series
Toddler Wall Toys at Circulation
Train Table in Youth Services
Portable Defibrillators
Staff Safety Training
Book Page subscription
Paper Shredder
Office Cabinets
Lego Robotics and BeeBots
CD/DVD Disc Cleaner
Shopping Baskets
Adult Services Book Display
Furniture
Bulletin Boards
Podium with Microphone
Landscaping at Entrance and Service Door
$70,000 for 2014-2015 renovation