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Friends of the Mount Prospect Public Library

The Friends is a 501(c)3 organization that raises funds to support the Mount Prospect Public Library

Since 1982 the Friends of the Library has raised over one million dollars to support the Mount Prospect Public Library. The Friends fundraising efforts provide the Library with equipment, program funding, services, and other materials that it might not otherwise be able to purchase. The mission of the Friends is to:

Enhance the library experience by financially supporting Mount Prospect Public Li

brary initiatives and programs

Promote community spirit by building a fun and dedicated volunteer and membership group

Improve literacy within the community and the underserved

04/29/2026

The Friends offers books and other items for purchase on an ongoing basis through our self-service bookshelves and trolleys. Shop adult and children's books, DVDs, puzzles, and books in Polish. Find these on the first floor of the Library in the meeting room hallway, near the lobby.

04/23/2026

Happy World Book Day! Celebrate by sharing your favorite authors, illustrators, or books in the comments.

04/19/2026

Just one more day left for the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale. We are open today, Sunday, April 19, from 11 am to 4 pm. We still have great deals on books, movies, music, games, and more for as little as 25¢.

Check out special sections that celebrates America 250, the anniversary of the Nation's founding. We have titles on the revolution, the country's founders, its history, and leaders. Shop these titles in both the adult and children's sections in the Better Books Room in Meeting Room A.*

* Items pictured may no longer be available

04/16/2026

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale is this Saturday and Sunday, April 18-19. Bargains are blooming! Stop by for deals on books, movies, music, games and more.

04/13/2026

The Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale this weekend will feature a selection of graphic novels and comic books. Look for titles in your favorite series and shop popular authors and publishers, including:

Fantagraphics Usagi Yojimbo
War Stories
Freak Bros.
Howard the Duck
Swamp Thing
Lone Wolf 2100
Jason Lutes
Maus

04/13/2026

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale is this Saturday and Sunday, April 18 - 19. Stop by for incredible deals on books, movies, music and more! Doors open on Sat at 9 am and Sun at 11 am.

01/16/2026

Join us at the Friends of the Library Winter Book Sale this weekend. Doors open Saturday at 9 am.

07/24/2025

The Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale was a great success. Thank you to everyone who helped support this fantastic event.

07/20/2025

The Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale is featuring an amazing Brio wooden train set with over 350 pieces. Purchase the entire set for $800, available in the Better Books Room (Meeting Room A).

07/20/2025

Stop by the Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale today before 4 pm for great deals on books, movies, music, games, and more, including a selection of 80s and 90s movie posters.

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10 S Emerson Street
Mount Prospect, IL
60056

Website

http://www.friendsofmppl.org/

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