About the Friends
The Friends of the Shelby Area District Library is a group of individuals who are passionate about the library and committed to supporting it. The organization supports the development of the library; brings together people interested in books; promotes the usefulness and resources of the library through programs, exhibits, and other means; and raises funds to provide for the purchase of materials for the library.
Sign up for the library’s monthly newsletter to receive updates from the Friends.
What We Support
- Purchase of books and media for the library collection
- New computers for library patron use
- Shelving for books and materials
- Local History & archival supplies
- Materials for the Summer Reading Program
- Materials for adult workshops and craft classes
- Hosting of special events and programs
- Training seminars for library staff and Friends members
- Facility upkeep (carpeting, interior paint, security cameras, entrance lighting)
- Maintenance of the library garden
- Newsletter materials
Annual Friends Events
- National Library Week (April)
- Garden and Plant Sale (June)
- Good Buy Used Book Sale (August)
- Friends of the Library Week (October)
- Celebration of the Holidays (November)
Become a Friend
You can become a Friend of the Shelby Area District Library by donating your time, talent, or resources to help improve the library. Volunteers are welcome to participate in projects and fundraisers. No dues are collected, but monetary donations are appreciated. Donations are used to support programs, purchase materials, and promote interest in reading and learning.
Join us for one of our quarterly meetings held on a Thursday in April, July, September, or December at 5:00 p.m. Meetings are typically held in person at the Shelby Area District Library Board Room (189 N Maple Street). Occasionally, meetings are held by Zoom.
Friends of SADL Board
Cindy McKinnon
President
Phone: (231) 301-2174
Email: [email protected]
Julie McKeen
Vice President
Sharon Zoller
Secretary
Kathy Sullivan
Treasurer
Mary Ann Carey
Board Member
Mary Ellen Heyde
Board Member
Patti Schlaudt
Board Member
Libby Brouwer
Board Member
Janet Schultz
Board Member
