Friends of the Thunder Bay Public Library

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Friends of the Thunder Bay Public Library A non-profit group supporting the Library through fundraising, advocacy, and volunteer work. Join us in promoting reading and learning in Thunder Bay!

We run book sales and a used bookstore, and deliver books to those unable to visit the library. • Donations gratefully accepted through CanadaHelps: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/65689
• Products include books for adults, young adults and children; graphic novels; French language material; large print books; magazines; audiovisual materials.
• No answering machine; please call during operating hours or email/message us if you see something you like.
• Payment is by cash or etransfer.
• Founded in 1987, the Friends of the Library is a nonprofit association of public service minded volunteers who are dedicated to promoting and supporting library service in Thunder Bay, Ontario. All our proceeds support Thunder Bay Public Library infrastructure, programs and collections.
• We are a long standing member of Superior Shores Gaming Association, 435 Memorial Avenue; 82 local charities share revenues.

The November Friends 50/50 Draw is Live!Sweater weather is here, and so is a fresh jackpot.Here is how November works:$1...
11/02/2026

The November Friends 50/50 Draw is Live!

Sweater weather is here, and so is a fresh jackpot.

Here is how November works:
$1,000 Early Bird #1: Friday, November 13
$1,000 Early Bird #2: Friday, November 20
Grand Prize draw: Friday, November 27

New this month: Become a Friends BFF and never miss a draw!
Want to be in every draw without reordering each month? Choose Friends BFF Monthly Subscription at checkout and your tickets are entered automatically, every month. You can update, skip or cancel before your next payment is processed. Thank you for being a friend!

Tickets can be purchased online at friends5050.ca or in person at any Thunder Bay Public Library branch. Charitable Gaming Licence . Must be 18+ and a resident of Ontario to participate.

We have an October winner! Congratulations to J. ROBBLEE of THUNDER BAY who takes home the October Friends 50/50 Grand P...
10/30/2026

We have an October winner!

Congratulations to J. ROBBLEE of THUNDER BAY who takes home the October Friends 50/50 Grand Prize of $29,025.

Thank you to everyone who played. The November draw is open now with TWO $1,000 Early Birds on November 13 and November 20. Get your tickets at friends5050.ca.

Licence . Must be 18+ and a resident of Ontario to participate.

We have our second Early Bird winner! Congratulations to MARLA of Thunder Bay, who won the second $1,000 Early Bird this...
10/23/2026

We have our second Early Bird winner! Congratulations to MARLA of Thunder Bay, who won the second $1,000 Early Bird this morning.
One draw left: the Grand Prize draw is on Friday, October 30 at 11 am. Sales close Thursday, October 29 at 11:59 pm. Get your tickets at friends5050.ca.
Licence . Must be 18+ and a resident of Ontario to participate.

Every month, someone gets the call. 📞In September, it was Tracey Greer, who won $27,395. Could you be next? The second $...
10/21/2026

Every month, someone gets the call. 📞

In September, it was Tracey Greer, who won $27,395.

Could you be next? The second $1,000 Early Bird closes tomorrow, Thursday, October 22 at 11:59 pm, and the Grand Prize draw is on Friday, October 30.

Tickets can be purchased online at friends5050.ca or in person at any Thunder Bay Public Library branch. Charitable Gaming Licence . Must be 18+ and a resident of Ontario to participate.

Another $1,000 is hiding around the corner. 🎃The second $1,000 Early Bird draw is on Friday, October 23. Get your ticket...
10/19/2026

Another $1,000 is hiding around the corner. 🎃

The second $1,000 Early Bird draw is on Friday, October 23. Get your tickets by Thursday, October 22 at 11:59 pm to be in it, and in the Grand Prize draw on Friday, October 30.

Two draws left this October, and tickets start at $10.

Tickets can be purchased online at friends5050.ca or in person at any Thunder Bay Public Library branch. Charitable Gaming Licence . Must be 18+ and a resident of Ontario to participate.

We have our first Early Bird winners! Congratulations to Bill and Lana Warren of Thunder Bay, who won the first $1,000 E...
10/16/2026

We have our first Early Bird winners! Congratulations to Bill and Lana Warren of Thunder Bay, who won the first $1,000 Early Bird this morning.
There is a second $1,000 Early Bird up for grabs: sales close Thursday, October 22 at 11:59 pm, and every ticket is also in the Grand Prize draw on October 30. Get your tickets at friends5050.ca or any Thunder Bay Public Library branch.
Licence . Must be 18+ and a resident of Ontario to participate.

The first $1,000 Early Bird closes tonight. ⏰Buy by 11:59 pm and your tickets are in the first Early Bird draw tomorrow,...
10/15/2026

The first $1,000 Early Bird closes tonight. ⏰

Buy by 11:59 pm and your tickets are in the first Early Bird draw tomorrow, Friday, October 16 at 11 am, and in both draws after it.

Don't let this one disappear like the last chocolate bar in the bowl.

Tickets can be purchased online at friends5050.ca or in person at any Thunder Bay Public Library branch. Charitable Gaming Licence . Must be 18+ and a resident of Ontario to participate.

One week until the first $1,000 Early Bird. ⏰Tickets bought by Thursday, October 15 at 11:59 pm are in the first Early B...
10/08/2026

One week until the first $1,000 Early Bird. ⏰

Tickets bought by Thursday, October 15 at 11:59 pm are in the first Early Bird draw on Friday, October 16, and they stay in for the second Early Bird and the Grand Prize.

So, which treat are you after? Easy Entry at $10, Most Popular at $50, or the Trick-or-Treat Ticket Pack at $100.

Tickets can be purchased online at friends5050.ca or in person at any Thunder Bay Public Library branch. Charitable Gaming Licence . Must be 18+ and a resident of Ontario to participate.

📚 MOVING SALE: 50% OFF EVERYTHING! 📚Our Used Book Store at Waverley (285 Red River Rd - Main Floor) is moving to the Cou...
10/06/2026

📚 MOVING SALE: 50% OFF EVERYTHING! 📚

Our Used Book Store at Waverley (285 Red River Rd - Main Floor) is moving to the County Park Branch inside County Fair Mall during the Waverley Renovation, so we're having a big sale to lighten the load!

Everything in the Used Book Store is 50% off!

Sale Hours:
Wednesday, October 7, 10am – 7pm
Thursday, October 8, 10am – 7pm
Friday, October 9, 10am – 4pm
Saturday, October 10, 11am – 2pm

Come early for the best selection and help us declutter before the move. All proceeds support the Thunder Bay Public Library.

Address

285 Red River Road
Thunder Bay, ON
P7B1A9

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 2pm

Telephone

+18076846810

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