Our Mission
Our mission is to support the library programs, special services and cultural events. Priority is given to projects that instill the excitement of discovery and the love of reading in library patrons of all ages.
What we do
The Friends’ of the Pasadena Public Library have been active vigorous supporters of Library programs and services across our beautiful community for 50 years. We hope you will join us as we continue to fund innovative ways to engage readers, advocate for full funding for our libraries, and support a love of reading and discovery in 21st century Pasadena.
Coming Soon!
The Friends of the Pasadena Public Library are celebrating 50 years of support for our beautiful Pasadena Public Library system and we can think of no better way to celebrate than to honor Joel Sheldon and the Sheldon family’s ownership of Vroman’s Bookstore in the literary life of our community for over 130 years.
The Friends are having a Fundraiser on Sunday afternoon, September 14th form 2:00pm to 5:00pm at The Shakespeare Club, 171 S. Grand Avenue, Pasadena, California 91105
Chris Erskine will be our emcee, and the event will feature jazz, food, a cooling indoor-outdoor space, and an auction in which reproductions of A.C. Vroman’s photographs will be for sale among many local Pasadena experiences and items.
Click on the link to join us!
Featured
The April 5th Patio Book Sale was a wonderful success!
Under clear blue skies, community book lovers from across Pasadena and neighboring Altadena gathered at the library for a day of community and discovery. The book sale featured a wide variety of gently used books at discounted prices, with special giveaways for our Altadena guests. Families browsed together, and many children left with smiles and spirits full of new favorite stories from our extensive children’s section. Thank you to everyone who joined us and volunteered in celebrating reading, connection, and the joy of books! 📚💛
Past Events
Volunteer
Join our dedicated community of volunteers and make a profound impact on literacy, education, and community engagement. Whether you’re shelving books, organizing events, or promoting literacy initiatives, your contribution fuels our mission to support and enhance our local public library.
Together, let’s ignite a love for reading and learning in our community. Become a volunteer today and be the catalyst for positive change with Friends of the Public Library.
Click here to sign up and embark on a rewarding journey of giving back while fostering a love for reading and learning.
Friends’ of the Pasadena Public Library Associates Groups
The Associates Groups are part of The Friends’ of the Pasadena Public Library, the nonprofit that supports programs and services of the Library system throughout our city. The Associates Groups listed below support the local Library Branch that serves their neighborhood. Examples of this support include hosting Author Talks, setting up Homework Tutors, helping create Butterfly Habitats, and sponsoring special events such as The Constitution for Kids speaker. For more information, contact the Associates Group at the library branches listed below.
Hastings Ranch Library Associates
Hastings Ranch Branch Library
3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107
La Pintoresca Library Associates
La Pintoresca Branch Library
1355 N. Raymond St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
Linda Vista Library Associates
Linda Vista Branch Library
1281 Bryant St.
Pasadena, CA 91103
San Rafael Library Associates
San Rafael Branch Library
1240 Nithsdale Rd.
Pasadena, CA 91105
