Mission:

The Friends of the Crown Point Library’s mission is to enhance and promote the use and enjoyment of the library. They raise funds to support library programs and services, as well as to help fund items not generally covered in the library’s regular operating budget.

What we do:

As a Friend, you will play a critical role in your library’s and community’s success.

ADVOCATE – Friends are a voice for the Library on relevant, local, state, and national issues.

ENGAGE – Friends spread the word within the community, stimulating greater awareness of the Library and its resources.

SUPPORT – Friends volunteer at fundraising events and library events as needed.

FUNDRAISE – Friends fundraising activities, such as Bunco for Books, literary luncheons, bus trips and book sales generate revenue to fund items not generally covered in the Library’s budget, and to sponsor programs such as the summer and winter reading events, author talks, concerts, library book discussion groups, Book Baby Bags, and a variety of literacy outreach services.

Become a member:

Membership is open to all individuals and families who want involvement in the library. Members are encouraged to attend monthly meetings and to actively participate in book sales, other events, and projects. The membership year begins on January 1 and ends on December 31. All dues are paid annually.

The membership dues are as follows:

Life – $150;
Family – $15;
Individual – $10

Membership forms are available at both library locations, or you can download the membership form and return it to:

Friends of the Crown Point Library
122 N. Main Street
Crown Point, IN 46307

Make a donation in honor/memory of someone printable form to mail in check.

Or click the online donate button when using a credit card:

Meetings:

Curious to see what the Friends of the Library are doing? Attend a meeting! Meetings are held quarterly on the second Tuesday of the month, alternating times at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. in the meeting rooms at the Crown Point location.

2025 Meeting Dates:

February 11 at 10 a.m., May 13 at 6 p.m., September 9 at 6 p.m., December 9 at 10 a.m.

Download a copy of our 2025 Calendar of Activities

Contact Us:

Call: (219) 663-0270

Email: cpclfriends@gmail.com

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National Friends of the Library Week, October 19-25, recognizes the incredible contributions of Friends groups across the country—dedicated volunteers who support, advocate, and enhance their local libraries.

Each year, National Friends of the Library Week shines a spotlight on the dedicated volunteers who champion libraries across the nation. The Friends of the Crown Point Library are an essential part of our community, providing valuable support through fundraising, advocacy, and programming that enhances the library experience for everyone.

Now is the perfect time to become a Friend! Membership fees will increase in 2026, but if you sign up during October, you’ll lock in 2025 rates and be entered to win a Lifetime Membership. One winner will be randomly selected from October sign-ups and announced on November 3.

You can join or renew your membership at either library location or at the Fall Book Sale.

Sign up at the library during the book sale, or print the form and return it to the library by October 31, 2025. Your membership supports library programs, events, and initiatives that make a lasting impact. Together, we can continue to strengthen and celebrate our community’s most valuable resource—our library!

Get ready for a MONSTER of a sale at the Friends of the Crown Point Library Fall Book Sale!

Join us for two days of amazing deals on gently used books, movies, and more—with something for every reader to devour.

Sale Dates & Hours

Thursday, October 23
Friends Only Preview: 9 – 10 a.m.
Public Sale: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday, October 24
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$1 Bag Sale during the final hour (11 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

Throughout the sale, mix and match sale items for just $5 a bag! (Bags are provided; no outside bags allowed)

The sale is held at the Crown Point Community Library, 122 N. Main Street.

Touch of Fall, Taste of Winter Raffle Basket

Enter for a chance to win a basket full of cozy fall favorites and wintertime treats!

Support the Friends of the Crown Point Library by purchasing raffle tickets for this season’s Touch of Fall, Taste of Winter basket — a warm and wonderful collection of home comforts, treats, and seasonal décor.

This festive basket includes:

Fall-themed platter, napkins, and tea towels
Football/fall-themed sign
Hand-knit scarf (courtesy of Paulette Skinnar)
Knit headwrap
Two ceramic pumpkins
Four jar candles
Two small wood-crafted signs
Two ceramic mugs
Hot chocolate mix
Sugar cookie mix with peppermint finishing sugar
Fall/winter-themed cookie cutters
White taper candles
Plush throw blanket

Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5 and can be purchased at the Crown Point Library.
(Cash or check payable to Friends of the Crown Point Library.)

The winner will be drawn on November 17.

Your participation helps the Friends continue their mission to support library programs, services, and special events for our community.