The Friends is a group of concerned citizens who work to preserve the quality of the New Haven Free Public Library system. In , a free weekly noon-hour series featuring outstanding scholars and professionals who give lively reviews of books of current interest to the New Haven community. Call 946-8125 for more information. Used Book Sale Proceeds from the biannual sale of donated used books go to the purchase of new books by the library.
Volunteers work throughout the year to process books for the sale.
The Friends' address is P.O. Box 9282, New Haven, CT 06533. Inc. The Patrons is a nonprofit group bringing education to the New Haven community by contributing funds for the programs and materials collections of the New Haven Free Public Library. The Library gratefully accepts monetary donations or books in good condition. Books to be donated can be brought to the library during regular operating hours. Please do not donate textbooks older than five years, worn books, magazines, or phonograph records.