the Friends of the Bridgman Public Library

Logo with the words, Friends of the Bridgman Public Library surrounded by colorful books and a red heart in the center of the letter C in Public.

The Friends of the Bridgman Public Library (FoBPL) is an organization with 501c3 Non-Profit status. Its purpose is to unite people who are committed to enriching the services and activities of the Bridgman Public Library.

The FoBPL raises money through memberships and fundraisers. The Membership Drive takes place in June of each year, additionally the annual used book sale brings people in from all over the county. Other fundraisers may be organized during the course of the year.

The FoBPL also operates a “gently used” Book Shoppe within the Library. Available items include hardcover and paperback books for both children and adults, used CDs, DVDs and audio books. The Book Shoppe is open whenever the Library is open.

Funds raised by the FoBPL support special projects and fund many programs for the community.

A friend of the library holds up a youth baseball book while preparing for the annual Friend's book sale.
Download the Friend's Membership Application
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Download the Friend's Donation Guide
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Friends@bridgmanlibrary.com

Meetings

The Friends of the Bridgman Library meet quarterly at 9am in the library.

All friends members and interested members of the public are welcome to attend!

They are meeting in 2025: January 16, April 17, July 17, October 16

Meeting Minutes

2025

2024

Officers of the Friends of the Bridgman Public library

PresidenT

Julie Bernstein

Vice President - Position Open

Treasurer

Carl Ceithaml