Friends of the Library

Love the library? Join the Friends!

The Friends of the Library are a volunteer group dedicated to supporting the Mechanicville District Public Library.

Friends meetings are the last Monday of every month at the Library, 190 N Main Street, Mechanicville.

Recent Friends Initiatives:

  • Holiday Gift Wrap Fundraiser
  • Supporting children’s library programs
  • New York City Bus Trip
  • Salem, MA bus trip
  • Books for Babies

Visit the library or call 518.664.4646 to learn more about becoming a Friend of the Mechanicville Library!

Friends Mission Statement:

The Friends of the MDPL shall act as a bridge to the community by:

  • Increasing public awareness of, focusing attention on, and expanding use of the MDPL
  • Supporting the freedom to read as expressed in the American Library Association Bill of Rights
  • Cooperating with the Library in developing, maintaining, and enhancing facilities, resources, and services to the public
  • Initiating, organizing, promoting, and encouraging cultural and educational activities
  • Procuring gifts, endowments, and bequests for the benefit of the MDPL, as well as the raising of funds for library materials and activities.