Join Friends Of The Library
Purpose
The Friends of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library (FOL) is a non-profit organization of people working together to support our library. It is made up of people who love books and learning, and love spending time with others who have similar passions. Generally, Friends support the library in one of two ways:
- They volunteer their ideas, time, and talent.
- They make a monetary contribution.
Click here for the Friends of the Library Bylaws.
Click here for the Friends of the Library Open Meetings Statement.
Benefits of Becoming a Friend
- Members have a special preview night at the annual book sales.
- Members receive newsletters and flyers that update them on the monthly book clubs and activities going on at the library.
- Members have the opportunity to become a part of a group of citizens dedicated to the growth of the Public Library.
The Booktique
Did you know your library has its own little bookshop? The Booktique is open year-round and has a variety of books, DVDs, and even video games-- all for $1! The Booktique is also frequently restocked with new items. Please feel free to stop by and check it out during library operating hours.
How Has Friends Supported Your Library?
With your support, the Friends of the Library help fund a wide range of programs and resources at CMCPL. This includes prizes, performers, and supplies for both adult and youth Summer Reading Programs, as well as for events like Touch-A-Truck, Noon Year’s Eve, and the popular November 4th Sci-Fi Expo. They also support library outreach to schools, holiday programming for youth, teen and tween lock-ins, and supplies for adult programs. In addition, the Friends sponsor staff receptions and special occasions throughout the year. Their contributions have included everything from stained glass windows and folding tables to books, videos, furniture, and essential equipment for the library.
Click here for the 2024 Friends of the Library Annual Report.
Annual Membership Types
INDIVIDUAL - $5
Defined as a single membership.
FAMILY - $10
Defined as all family members living in the same household.
PATRON - $25 and TYLER - $50
The patron and Tyler categories are intended to recognize contributions exceeding those of individual and family memberships.
GRACEY -$100, SMITH -$250, HUGHES -$500
The Gracey, Smith, and Hughes categories are intended to recognize contributions exceeding those of individual, family, patron, and Tyler memberships. For any donations in the Gracey, Smith, and Hughes categories, two books will be presented to the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library in honor of the donor or the donor's designee.
How to Join
Joining has never been easier! You have the option to print out the following form, fill it out, and send it to the library (be sure to indicate your membership type and send your dues with your application). Or, you can stop by the Library and we will be happy to process your membership.
Please Remit to:
Friends of the Library
350 Pageant Lane, Suite 501
Clarksville, TN 37040
Do you have any further questions, would like to learn more, or have some great ideas? Please feel free to message the Friends at cmcplfriends@gmail.com