What do the Friends do?

The Friends support library programs, raise funds for special purposes, volunteer to do projects, promote community awareness of libraries, advocate for funding of The Library, and support the freedom of individuals to read what they wish.

We raise funds, with the help of our tireless volunteers, at various events planned each year.

Some Friends are deeply involved, some lend their moral support. 

Friends are ambassadors to the community. 

Members help share the news about all the ways the Michigan City Public Library change people's lives and connect them to the world. 

Friends work with the Library staff to help provide electronic resources, books and media to contribute to the goals of the library’s patrons and directly contribute to the children, youth and adults attending its programs by acting as ambassadors and advocates with elected officials.

We are the volunteers who assist Library staff at programs such as “Writing Out Loud,” and performances, programs and other activities for patrons of all ages.

Friends raise money to contribute to Library needs that can't be met in the Library’s operating budget.

Join us in helping the Library provide education and entertainment to our residents.

We’ll see you at the Library!