Friends of the Plattsburgh Public Library


Volunteer Opportunities

Besides monetary contributions, the Friends always welcome who any volunteers willing to give their time. We need volunteers to prepare for and run the book sale, as well as organize and staff new events and programs.

Are you willing to volunteer?

Please send an email stating that you would be willing to volunteer to plattsburghlibraryfriends@gmail.com

You will be added to a list and will receive an email when a volunteer opportunity arises with pertinent details.

Current Volunteer Opportunities

*   We can use your help at our Book Donation Days!  Check the events tab for dates and times.  No need to contact us - just show up!

*   We are currently looking for some handy volunteers to build Little Libraries to be placed in the community.  We will provide all necessary supplies, you provide the tools and labor.  You'll be proud to complete this fun weekend project that will support community literacy!


Send an email for more information on how we can use your talents to plattsburghlibraryfriends@gmail.com

Want to Become a Friend?

Becoming a Friend allows you to have first dibs on the biannual book sale, emailed and mailed updates about upcoming events, voting and planning privileges at Friends meetings on the second Tuesday of the month at 11 am in the upstairs auditorium. But first and foremost, you will be supporting your local library, which is one of our communities most valuable resources.
1. Choose your level of friend dedication*:
Friend $10
Good Friend $25
Best Friend $50
Soulmate $100
Lifetime Member $250
All of these are annual renewal except for the lifetime membership.

2. Send the following information** via email to
friendsoflib12901@yahoo.com or via regular mail to Friends of the
Library, 19 Oak St. Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Name, Address, City, State, Zip, Phone number, Email, If you would be willing to volunteer, and level of friendship desired
Once we receive your information and dues, we will send you a membership card via the mail and your name will be added to our mailing list.
3. Send your payment in the mail or pay using PayPal to plattsburghlibraryfriends@gmail.com
*Your membership and any donations are fully deductible for tax purposes. We are a 501(c)(3) Public Charity and in compliance with the tax code of the Internal Revenue Service, we confirm that you received no goods or services of monetary value from the Friends of the Plattsburgh Public Library or from the Plattsburgh Public Library in connection with your membership or donation.
**We will never share any of your information with any other organization or business.