Friends of Bayfield Library (FOBL) is a non-profit organization of volunteers that exists to establish closer ties between the Bayfield Library and the local community, increase awareness of the functions and resources of the library, promote literacy, and raise funds for special projects. With the funds raised from FOBL memberships, the Red Table Book Sale, and Red Cart book sales, we are able to organize or sponsor many great events!
Friends of Bayfield Library makes $2,500 gift
This year’s March Break activities, Mario Kart and the Budding Botanists programs, were sponsored by Friends of Bayfield Library (FOBL) as part of the group’s gift of $2,500 to the Bayfield Library for 2025.
FOBL’s gift will support programming for children, youth and adults and provide funding for supplies, book club kits, new technologies and equipment to enhance patron experiences throughout 2025. FOBL raises funds through the community’s support of its books sales and other initiatives throughout the year. The support FOBL provides helps the Bayfield Library make purchases, develop programs and offer activities that would not otherwise be available to Bayfield and area residents.
Bayfield Library Branch Assistant Avery Baker-Greaves and Nancy McHardy, representing Friends of Bayfield Library, tested their gaming skills ahead of the March Break Mario Kart Tournament held at the library on March 11.
Coffee & Chat
Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while engaging in neutral and inclusive conversation with other community members. The Coffee & Chat program is offered every Tuesday afternoon in the library meeting room during the fall and winter months. All are welcome!
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Red Table Book Sale
The Red Table Book Sale is available each year at the library from the end of June until the end of August. Watch for outdoor pop-up book sales on selected Saturdays during the summer months. Proceeds from these book sales are used to support activities and programs at the Bayfield Library throughout the year.
Red Cart Books
The Red Cart offers a selection of gently used books for all ages and covers a variety of interests. This is a great option for visitors who are looking for a book to read but don’t have a library card. Find out more about this year-round book sale at the Bayfield Library.