Who are the Friends of the Waukesha Public Library?

"An organization of library and book lovers who work together to promote and expand the programs and services of the library."

• The Friends actively support the mission of the Library.
• The Friends are a link between the Library and community.
• The Friends provide funding to enhance the quality library services offered to City of Waukesha residents and surrounding communities.

How do Friends support The Library?

• Spreading the word about library programs, resources, and services
• Working as volunteers
• Providing seed money for new Library collections
• Supporting programs and projects
• Purchasing special request items not allocated in the Library's budget
• Funding special events

How have Friends improved the Library with their support?

• Public art panels for the library lobby
• Book discussions for teens and adults
• Incentives for both the children's and teen Summer Reading Clubs
• Library "Book Group Kit" collection
• Annual "Bright Beginnings Workshop" for childcare providers
• Annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon
• BookPage publication distributed monthly
• Furniture in the "Teen Zone"
• Programming for children, teens, and adults
• Major funding for 321 Alphabet Square - Early Learning Center
• Waukesha Reads community-wide reading program

How can you help?

• Join the Friends of Waukesha Public Library
• Donate books for the used book sale shelf
• Volunteer for special events & fundraising efforts
• Donate collected soup labels
• Be an advocate for your library - let your voice be heard!

Click here for a listing of the Friends Executive Board

Click here to join the Friends today