Friends of the Library

About the Friends

The Friends of the Anderson County Library is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) and volunteer organization that provides advocacy and financial support for the Anderson County Library System. The Friends is governed by a volunteer board that meets monthly. 

The Friends of the Anderson County Library support the Library in many ways, including providing support for:

  • Summer reading for all ages
  • New technology and equipment
  • Innovative programming
  • Special projects
Friends of the Anderson County Library logo with colorful books on shelf

Become A Member

Your membership dues at any level are vital to our organization and provide financial support for programs and materials that benefit patrons of all ages. 

Membership Levels:

  • $25 Individual
  • $50 Patron
  • $100 Benefactor
  • $1,000 Corporate

Volunteer

Love books and supporting the library? Try volunteering! Friends of the Library volunteers organize and run the Friends Bookstore located at the Anderson Main Library as well as process donations. Volunteers must be 18 years old. 

Online Volunteer Application

You can also download an application or ask at the Reference Desk or the Friends Book Store at Main Library. 

Return completed applications via email or in person to the Administration Office at the Main Library.

For more information about how you can be involved in the Friends of the Anderson County Library, please contact the Friends’ office at (864) 260-4500 x131 or email the Friends.

Friends Used Bookstore and Gift Shop

Located at the Main Library, all proceeds from the Bookstore support the Friends of the Anderson County Library. The Book Store offers gently used books, movies, and magazines as well as local postcards, bookmarks, with rotating special sales every month. The gift shop has a variety of items, totes, gifts and Library t-shirts!

Store Hours:

Monday-Friday: 10am – 4pm

Saturday: 11am – 2pm

Sunday: Closed

*Hours subject to change without notice.