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The Friends of the Seattle Public Library is a non-profit, grassroots organization.

The Friends support the Seattle Public Library through advocacy and program grants. The Friends raise money for program grants through memberships and by sponsoring book sales and other fundraising events. The Friends help finance programs and projects such as the Summer Reading program and Homework Help that the Library otherwise could not afford. We also represent the interests of patrons and pr

ovide a voice for their concerns and needs, serving as an important link between the Library and the public.

06/10/2026

Follow Yes Seattle Libraries on Facebook and Instagram ()! They're the source for all things Seattle Proposition 1 (the library levy) this summer.

Enhancing library materials, programs, staffing, accessibility, and climate resilience over the next seven years will depend on the passing of Prop. 1.

We are just over a month out from ballots dropping for Seattle voters. Please join the Friends of The Seattle Public Library in following the campaign and sharing it with your network!

06/07/2026

Reminder: The Friends have a Costco registry!

We always appreciate our community's help to fulfill office supply and snack needs for our Central Library and Georgetown locations. Contributing a few items of your choice provides very tangible support for our superstar volunteers and staff. 💜

Visit the registry: https://tr.ee/jDu2znyo6C
Must be a Costco member.

06/03/2026

The Friends are proud to endorse Seattle Proposition 1, the 2026–2033 Library Levy renewal.

Prop. 1 will, among MANY other things:
-ensure our libraries retain frequent open hours and skilled, trusted staff
-expand free programming for patrons of all ages (like StoryTimes, conversation groups, and more)
-add digital and physical materials to the collection, alleviating weeks- and months-long wait times
-allocate funding for basic building maintenance like fixing elevators and escalators

Learn more about how you can support The Library and this proposition at the Yes Seattle Libraries campaign website: https://yesseattlelibraries.org/

📅 Ballots are mailed mid-July and are due by August 4!

06/01/2026

Hoot hoot! It’s a New Merch Monday amid graduation season.

Our latest plush is the unique “Write-On Graduation Owl” from Ganz.

Whether the grad in your life is finishing elementary or university, they’ll love having classmates and friends sign this sweet, smart owl, creating a memorable keepsake.

This new item is ONLY available at the FriendShop downtown. Visit us soon! As always, proceeds go to Friends’ programs that support literacy in the community.

1000 4th Ave: Central Library Level 3 | Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 10-3

05/29/2026

The Friends are all about uplifting the people, places, and programs of The SPL. One way we like to do that is by visiting branches and staying up to speed with what's going on around the system.

Earlier this month, Friends' staff checked in with the awesome folks at High Point Branch in West Seattle.

High Point boasts an awesome seed library in collaboration with other local orgs, a puzzle swap, a self-love reflection station (may be updated in June), gorgeous themed displays by staff, local art, and tons more.

Shout out your neighborhood branch and its staff in the comments!

05/27/2026

Our Books for Teachers program, 17 years strong, was the focus of this month‘s blog by guest writer, Friends‘ board member Laura.

In this school year alone (so far) the Friends have provided over 6,000 free books for classrooms all around the Seattle area.

Read the whole blog post: https://www.friendsofspl.org/s/stories/books-for-teachers

Huge thanks to the volunteers and donors, including , who make Books for Teachers possible!

05/23/2026

Make Book Bingo part of a glorious, bookish summer!

The Friends are proud to contribute to BB prizes again this year. Follow us for ongoing category features and tag us in your bingo board posts!!

Let’s get reading! May the best and luckiest bingo-er (?) win.

05/20/2026

It’s gonna be a summer to remember in Seattle!

As the city welcomes FIFA visitors and ushers in warmer days, the FriendShop will be open 10 AM-3 PM every Sunday from May 24 through September 6.

That’s more opportunities than ever to shop the Friends’ selection of bookish gifts, and know the proceeds are going to a great cause: supporting literacy in the community.

📍Central Library (Level 3), 1000 4th Ave

05/18/2026

It's New Merch Monday!

Friends' volunteer Nikita shows off our newest (and possibly our littlest) tote bag. Perfect for when you're traveling light. I mean, all you really need besides phone, keys, and wallet is your book, right?

At $12 (pre-tax) this recycled cotton tote from Half Moon Bay By Design is the perfect cute gift for grads, dads, or birthday people this season!

The "One Book Leads to Another" tote is an in-store exclusive, so come on by the FriendShop at Level 3 of the Central Library, 1000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104.
We're open Monday through Saturday 10–5, and starting May 24, SUNDAYS 10–3!

05/17/2026

May 17 is Little Free Library Day! Little Free Library became a nonprofit on this date in 2012.

Is there an LFL in your neighborhood? Maybe you’re even a steward!

Did you know that the Friends supply LFLs all around the region? Stewards can find the Friends in the LFL book directory online, then come to our Georgetown location to pick up boxes of gently pre-loved books.

How to celebrate Little Free Library Day and Week: https://tr.ee/0ZlMVczU7z

Address

1000 4th Avenue
Seattle, WA
98104

Telephone

+12067339015

Website

http://www.friendsofspl.org/

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