Johnson County Public Library Foundation & Friends

Johnson County Public Library Foundation & Friends We support the Johnson County Public Library in promoting literacy in Johnson County. Our Mission
The Johnson County Public Library Foundation, Inc.

seeks to assist the Johnson County Public Library in providing outstanding information, education and culture for all members of the community by granting supplemental funding to assist the library in promoting literacy in Johnson County.
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Our Purpose
Created in 2016, the Johnson County Public Library Foundation joined the Friends of JCPL (founded in 1979) to provide resources that promote and en

courage lifelong learning as well as support the Library's mission of strengthening our community by connecting people, resources and experiences. Facebook Comment Guidelines:
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The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!We're cur...
06/05/2026

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!

We're currently seeking donations of:
- fancy or antique salad/dessert plates (which are smaller than a dinner plate, but larger than a saucer)
- fancy or antique dinner plates

If you have antique or vintage items you'd like to pass along, we'd love to give it a new purpose.

Please note that donated items will not be returned. They may be:
• Used at future afternoon tea events
• Included in silent auction baskets to help raise additional funds for the Explore Summer Endowment
• Donated to a local nonprofit if they are not needed for the event

Drop off donations at any JCPL location.

Thank you for supporting the JCPL Foundation and helping us create a memorable community event!

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!We're cur...
06/04/2026

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!

We're currently seeking donations of fancy or nice baskets to use for the silent auction portion of the fundraiser.

Please note that donated items will not be returned. They may be:
• Used at future afternoon tea events
• Included in silent auction baskets to help raise additional funds for the Explore Summer Endowment
• Donated to a local nonprofit if they are not needed for the event

Drop off donations at any JCPL location. Thank you for supporting the JCPL Foundation and helping us create a memorable community event!

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!We're cur...
06/04/2026

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!

We're currently seeking donations of Beatrix Potter-themed books, decor and dishes (or Peter Rabbit or other characters) to help make this event special and provide outstanding silent auction items.

Please note that donated items will not be returned. They may be:
• Used at future afternoon tea events
• Included in silent auction baskets to help raise additional funds for the Explore Summer Endowment
• Donated to a local nonprofit if they are not needed for the event

Drop off donations at any JCPL location. Thank you for supporting the JCPL Foundation and helping us create a memorable community event!

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!We're cur...
06/04/2026

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!

We're currently seeking donations of any silver-plated silverware/flatware. We need *a lot* of teaspoons, particularly! We could also use small forks and butter knives... as well as any full sets if you have them! If you have antique or vintage flatware you'd like to pass along, we'd love to give it a new purpose.

Please note that donated items will not be returned. They may be:
• Used at future afternoon tea events
• Included in silent auction baskets to help raise additional funds for the Explore Summer Endowment
• Donated to a local nonprofit if they are not needed for the event

Drop off donations at any JCPL location. Thank you for supporting the JCPL Foundation and helping us create a memorable community event!

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!We're cur...
06/03/2026

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!

We're currently seeking donations of fancy teapots (with lids), cream and sugar sets (OK if the lids are missing from sugar bowls) to help make this special event a success. If you have antique or vintage items you'd like to pass along, we'd love to give them a new purpose.

Please note that donated items will not be returned. They may be:
• Used at future afternoon tea events
• Included in silent auction baskets to help raise additional funds for the Explore Summer Endowment
• Donated to a local nonprofit if they are not needed for the event

Drop off donations at any JCPL location. Thank you for supporting the JCPL Foundation and helping us create a memorable community event!

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!We're cur...
06/03/2026

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!

We're currently seeking donations of matching sets of fancy dishes or China to help make this special event a success. If you have antique or vintage items you'd like to pass along, we'd love to give them a new purpose.

Please note that donated items will not be returned. They may be:
• Used at future afternoon tea events
• Included in silent auction baskets to help raise additional funds for the Explore Summer Endowment
• Donated to a local nonprofit if they are not needed for the event

You can drop off donations at any JCPL location.

Thank you for supporting the JCPL Foundation and helping us create a memorable community event!

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!We're cur...
06/03/2026

The JCPL Foundation is preparing for an exciting new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall, and we need your help!

We're currently seeking donations of teacups and saucers to help make this special event a success. If you have antique or vintage chips and saucers you'd like to pass along, we'd love to give them a new purpose.

Please note that donated items will not be returned. They may be:
• Used at future afternoon tea events
• Included in silent auction baskets to help raise additional funds for the Explore Summer Endowment
• Donated to a local nonprofit if they are not needed for the event

You can drop off donations at any JCPL location.

Thank you for supporting the JCPL Foundation and helping us create a memorable community event!

Inquiring minds want to know!! Save the date for the first annual afternoon tea fundraiser to support the JCPL Foundatio...
05/19/2026

Inquiring minds want to know!! Save the date for the first annual afternoon tea fundraiser to support the JCPL Foundation's Explore Summer Endowment! We will also be honoring our Silver Tree Society legacy members at this event! More details to come.

WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2026
WHERE: Beeson Hall, Franklin, IN
WHAT: an elegant and whimsical afternoon tea fundraiser to support growing the endowment to fund the Library's Explore Summer learning program -- forever!

Individual tickets will go on sale on June 15. Sponsorship tables are available NOW. If you are interested in sponsorship, please contact Lisa at [email protected] for more information!

Thanks to two incredible donors:
- All proceeds from ticket sales and silent auction items will support the Explore Summer Endowment!
- All table sponsors' contributions will be matched, doubling the impact of your support!

View sponsorship opportunities here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Tlg9u4nh95ZEp94nqbFNnN6CqRg1ACdh0-wQQSJYxkI/edit?usp=sharing

Learn more about the Explore Summer Endowment: www.jcplf.org/ese

Learn more about the Silver Tree Society:
www.jcplf.org/silvertree

The JCPL Foundation is looking for donations to help us get ready for a brand new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall (mo...
05/14/2026

The JCPL Foundation is looking for donations to help us get ready for a brand new afternoon tea fundraiser this fall (more details to come!).

If you have items to donate, please drop them off at any JCPL location. We are currently looking for fancy teapots and dishes, silver-plated flatware (we need a LOT of teaspoons, salad forks and butter knives, but will take all flatware!). We are also currently collecting Beatrix Potter books, decor or dishes.

Donated items will not be returned. They will be used each year at the afternoon tea, included in silent auction baskets to raise funds to support JCPL, or, if not needed, donated to a local nonprofit.

It's time to look in the attic, garage or cabinets to see if you have items that could support our afternoon tea fundraiser! Thank you!

With great sadness, we share the passing of Diane Black, beloved JCPL Foundation board member, on May 12.Diane helped fo...
05/13/2026

With great sadness, we share the passing of Diane Black, beloved JCPL Foundation board member, on May 12.

Diane helped form and transform the JCPL Foundation, serving as a founding board member from 2016 to 2023 before rejoining the board in 2024. She was also a founding member of the Silver Tree Society, whose legacy gifts support Library programs, initiatives, and services for generations to come.

Diane was instrumental in fundraising efforts for the Enhancing the Story Special Projects Campaign for the new Clark Pleasant Branch and was a passionate champion for the sculpture honoring women in Johnson County.

She also served on the governing board as a JCPL Trustee from 2008 to 2016, helping the Library provide the community with excellent services.

In 2023, the Library awarded Diane with the Seel Family Library Champion of the Year award for her incredible volunteer service supporting JCPL.

She was an incredible reader, a faithful supporter of the Library, and an amazing friend to so many. Her generosity, leadership, and love for the community will leave a lasting impact.

Safe travels, Diane. You will be deeply missed. ❤️

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Franklin, IN
46131

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