Friends of the Library
🌿 Our Mission
The Friends of the Addison Township Public Library are dedicated to supporting and enhancing the library while helping to inspire a lifelong love of reading throughout our community.
🤝 What Do the Friends Do?
The Friends group is an important part of what makes our library so special. Through fundraising, events, and advocacy, they help bring additional resources, programs, and opportunities to the community.
Some of their efforts include:
- Book sales
- Flavor Fest, Silent Auction, and Wine Tasting
- Online pasta fundraisers
- Financial support for library programs and services
👥 2026 Officers
- President: Jill Banaszynski (248-969-0186)
- Vice President: Gretchen Dietz
- Treasurer: Linda Hodges
- Secretary: Loretta Gagnon
- Members at Large: Reuben Flatt, Suzanne Uicker
🌟 Why Join the Friends?
Friends groups play a powerful role in supporting libraries. From funding programs to advocating for growth, their work helps ensure the library continues to thrive.
By joining, you can:
- Support programs, materials, and services
- Share ideas and be part of something meaningful
- Help make a lasting impact on your community
✍️ How to Join
Becoming a Friend is a wonderful way to give back!
- Fill out an application below or pick one up at the library
- Bring your ideas, energy, and love for the library
Membership Levels:
- $5 – A Good Friend
- $10 – Golden/Special Friend
- $25 – Family Membership
- $50 – Benevolent Friend (Association, Business, Club)
- $100 – True Blue Friend (Patron)
- $250 – Individual Lifetime Membership
Membership dues are paid annually and may be tax-deductible, as the Friends are a 501(c)(3) organization.
📅 Meetings
Friends meetings are held every other Tuesday at 10:00 AM at the Township, during even-numbered months (February, April, etc.).
An annual meeting is held in November (date and time to be announced).
All are welcome to attend!
💌 How to Donate
You can support the Friends through financial contributions or by giving in honor or memory of a loved one.
Checks can be made payable to:
Friends of the Addison Township Public Library
PO Box 24
Lakeville, MI 48366
Your support—whether through membership, volunteering, or donations—helps the library continue to grow and serve our community. Thank you for being part of it .💛