Friends of the Selby Library

Friends of the Selby Library Friends of the Selby Library Bookstore | Nonprofit | Volunteer-powered | Shop Donated Books & Support the Selby Library

Half price sale today! Swing by the   at 📍 1331 First St, Sarasota, Fl 34236 between 10am-4pm to enjoy 50% all things in...
06/13/2026

Half price sale today!

Swing by the at 📍 1331 First St, Sarasota, Fl 34236 between 10am-4pm to enjoy 50% all things in store!



*sale excludes items from our Rare and Vintage selection*

Looking for your next read?Find great prices on thousands of stories all while supporting local youth and adult programs...
06/12/2026

Looking for your next read?

Find great prices on thousands of stories all while supporting local youth and adult programs within the Selby library.

Books travel further than you think. Ruth took hers all the way to the Nile, where will yours go? Send us a photo of you...
06/01/2026

Books travel further than you think. Ruth took hers all the way to the Nile, where will yours go? Send us a photo of you reading to [email protected] to be featured in our in-store and online showcase's while also sharing your favorite book recs with our community! Drop your book recommendations in the comments too, we want to know what you're reading!🌊✨

Sarasota, you've always known that a great community is built on shared knowledge, culture, and connection. For decades,...
05/21/2026

Sarasota, you've always known that a great community is built on shared knowledge, culture, and connection. For decades, the Selby Public Library has been at the heart of it all.

As a Friend of the Selby Public Library, your membership directly supports the programs, events, and resources that make our library so much more than a place to borrow books. From author talks and literary events to the beloved Friends of Selby Bookstore, your support keeps the pages turning for everyone in our community.

Whether you're a longtime Sarasota resident or have just chosen this beautiful city as your forever home, we'd love to have you in our corner.

Become a Friend today and help us write the next chapter together. ❤️

Your annual membership directly fuels the heart of our mission. By becoming a Friend, you support vital literacy programs, vibrant community events, and the ongoing operations of our beloved library bookstore. Join us in cultivating a more connected and well-read community.

Hello everyone,We here at the Friends of Selby Library are having a mid-month sale in appreciation to the community and ...
05/13/2026

Hello everyone,

We here at the Friends of Selby Library are having a mid-month sale in appreciation to the community and those who help us keep library programs funded.

Please join us on Saturday, May 16th at the friends bookstore located within the Selby library. Everything will be 50% off storewide, allowing you to get great stories for just fractions of what you can find them for in stores or online. We look forward to seeing you here!

We are saddened to share the passing of Barbara Geldbart, a beloved friend, longtime patron, and dedicated member of the...
05/01/2026

We are saddened to share the passing of Barbara Geldbart, a beloved friend, longtime patron, and dedicated member of the Friends of Selby Library Board.

Barbara had a gift for showing up for the arts, for her community, and for the people she loved. Her presence here will be deeply missed.

We invite you to join us in celebrating Barbara's remarkable life on Thursday, May 7th at 11:00 a.m. in the Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium, a space that bears the name of her beloved husband and reflects the family's lasting legacy at our library. Per Barbara's wishes, no wearing the color black please.

RSVP at BarbaraGeldbart.com/RSVP. Those wishing to honor her memory may contribute to the Friends of the Selby Public Library, 1331 1st Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, or your favorite charity.

https://www.heraldtribune.com/obituaries/psar1463527

Barbara Geldbart passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, at the age of 95. Barbara was an Atlanta native and a 4th generation Atlantan....

05/01/2026

Exciting news, Sarasota! We just launched our new website and we couldn't be more excited to share it with you.

The Friends of Selby Library is a local nonprofit. We work to promote literacy, connect people with books, and support our local community and the Selby Public Library right here in downtown Sarasota.

Our new site makes it easier than ever to be part of the mission:

✅ Become a Patron
❤️ Make donations
🙋 Sign up to volunteer
📅 Browse upcoming events

Whether you're a lifelong bookworm or just love seeing your community thrive, there's a place for you here.

Check us out at www.friendsofselbylibrary.org, we look forward to helping all of our friends out there!

04/08/2026

Can you guess what our display shelf is themed for?

Address

1331 First Street
Sarasota, FL
34236

Opening Hours

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

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