Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library

Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library Supporting the Waco-McLennan County Library through advocacy and our community book sales. Join us to support local reading!

We fund early literacy, library programs, and STEAM kits for the Waco community. The Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Waco, TX, dedicated to supporting our local library system through advocacy, funding, and volunteerism. Our mission is to promote early literacy, enhance library programs like the Summer Reading Club, and provide resources for Waco community e

vents. Through our famous annual book sales and membership contributions, we ensure that the Waco-McLennan County Library remains a vibrant hub for learning and discovery for all residents.

04/29/2026

Children’s BookSale
June 5 and 6
West Library

DID YOU KNOW: Reading during can help: - Stress Reduction: Reading for just six minutes can lower stress levels by 68...
01/19/2026

DID YOU KNOW: Reading during can help:
- Stress Reduction: Reading for just six minutes can lower stress levels by 68%.
- Empathy & Skills: Reading for pleasure improves empathy and communication skills, with children who read more having better vocabulary and grammar.
- Life Satisfaction: Adults reading just 30 mins a week report 20% more life satisfaction.

**Source: readingagency.org.uk

What do you enjoy reading this time of year?

SAY HELLO to sights captured from the 62nd Annual Booksale! We hope you had a fabulous experience. What did you enjoy? W...
12/11/2025

SAY HELLO to sights captured from the 62nd Annual Booksale! We hope you had a fabulous experience. What did you enjoy? What could we go better for next year? Kevin Tankersley

11/16/2025

Yesterday afternoon there were lots and lots of books, books on tape and vinyl records on the tables! Come shop for a $1 a bag! Now where would you get a bargain like that??

PEOPLE ARE TALKING about the 62nd-Annual Booksale. https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/a-huge-book...
11/15/2025

PEOPLE ARE TALKING about the 62nd-Annual Booksale.

https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/a-huge-book-sale-has-returned-to-the-base-in-waco/?fbclid=IwZnRzaAOFQa5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5CGNhbGxzaXRlAjI1AAEeYO92HMXfisz_01m65mW9Igkur9eVwDdAHaR-R5lpyOHuBkKOEn_ErKz7jPA_aem_TyF9pvPpylt4GQxuJbCj3A

WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – The Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library have returned to the BASE at Extraco Events Center for the biggest book party in town! The group’s annual Book Sal…

EVEN MORE photos from day one of the 62nd Annual Booksale! How excited are you about •••day two••• on Friday?!!!
11/14/2025

EVEN MORE photos from day one of the 62nd Annual Booksale! How excited are you about •••day two••• on Friday?!!!

SEE FOR YOURSELF — images from day one of the 62nd Annual Booksale! More to come!
11/14/2025

SEE FOR YOURSELF — images from day one of the 62nd Annual Booksale! More to come!

This is just some of the books at the children’s summer book sale at the west library on Bosque. We will be watching f...
06/20/2025

This is just some of the books at the children’s summer book sale at the west library on Bosque. We will be watching for you!!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for this event. The sale will be held in the West Library Branch front meeting room.
06/04/2025

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for this event. The sale will be held in the West Library Branch front meeting room.

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5301 Bosque Boulevard
Waco, TX
76710

Telephone

+12547505941

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