Who We Are

Organized in 1984, the Friends of Brainerd Memorial Library is a group of library supporters who work to enrich library services in the community through volunteering, fundraising, and serving as advocates for the library's mission.

Our Goals

• To focus attention on Brainerd Memorial Library
• To stimulate use of the library's resources and services
• To aid in providing adequate library facilities
• To support the library in developing library services and programs in the community
• To continue to support the freedom to read and free access to information

What We Do

• Promote the library at community events
• Maintain the Friends' Room for the sale of used books and audio visual materials
• Purchase special gifts for the library
• Conduct monthly planning meetings

How We Help

• Support library programs
• Fund staff development
• Purchase recorded books
• Support the museum pass program

How You Can Help

Friends' membership is open to anyone interested in supporting and improving the service facilities of BML. Membership categories are listed below and forms are available at the library.

Please consider attending a meeting. Willing workers are needed to help with activities, especially the maintenance of the Friends' Book Room. The Friend's usually meet each Thursday at 10 AM in the Community Room.