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Stay up-to-date on everything going on with Friends of the VPL and the Vancouver Public Library! From organizing community events to our annual book drive to exciting news about programs, there’s always something new to discover.

Are you already a lifetime Friend?

Thank you to all Friends of the VPL for being forever friends! Friends is grateful to all those who have become lifetime member since the program launched in 2021! And so glad to have so many Friends who donate year-round to support the VPL. If you are thinking about becoming a Lifetime Member, consider

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VPL calling for Summer Volunteers

The VPL and the VPL Foundation are looking for volunteers this summer! Would you like to donate your time and skills to support fundraising events or the Writing & Book Camp? Check out the opportunities on this post. Rooftop Garden Social Dates: Time: 4:15pm – 8:15pm (event is from 5:00pm –

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Celebrating Friends Volunteers!

This past weekend, the Friends Volunteer Brunch celebrated the amazing volunteers that keep Friends going! As Elizabeth Andrew said, “Volunteers do not necessarily have the time, they have the heart.” And every day, you’ll find Friends volunteers showing their heart by staffing book’mark, sorting book donations, showing VPL some love

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You’re About to Love Mondays

Starting April 25, book’mark will be open 10 am to 5:30 pm on Mondays! book’mark staff and volunteers are excited to spend one more day with you. Come visit Monday to Friday between 10 am and 5:30 pm and Saturday between 12 pm and 5 pm.

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Book’mark is seeking volunteers

book’mark, the library store, is looking for dedicated and friendly volunteers. Keep reading to find out how you can volunteer! book’mark is a retail business at Central Branch, with profits going to support the Vancouver Public Library. Position description: If you enjoy the challenges of a retail environment and love people

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Thank you for your funding donations!

Rounding out our winter funding drive, we saw over $7,500 in donations from members and donators! This will make a big impact on the annual Friends donation to support the programs, services, collections and facility needs of the VPL. Thank you for donating to and sharing about our winter 2021-22 fundraising

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Looking for Board Members!

Friends of the Vancouver Public Library is currently seeking four motivated individuals with a passion for community, learning, and giving back to serve on their Board! Friends of the VPL is recruiting four board members with a variety of skills and expertise from five possible position profiles. These engaging and

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Be Our Friend For Life!

Are you searching for a long-term commitment? Become a Lifetime Friends Member this Valentine’s Day! All of our members receive: Lifetime members are also acknowledged in our newsletter, on our website and at book’mark.  You’ll also receive a charitable donation receipt for your generous gift of $500. Friends the VPL is

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Support the VPL today!

Your donation to the Vancouver Public Library helps fund special programs organized by Friends of the VPL, library collections and grows the love of reading within the Vancouver community. Thank you!