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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Support Your Library—Join the Friends!

Your library means more than books—it’s a place for connection, learning, and inspiration. One of the best ways to support everything the Crown Point Community Library offers is by joining the Friends of the Crown Point Library.

The Friends are a dedicated group of volunteers who advocate for and raise funds to enhance library programs, services, and events. From sponsoring summer reading prizes to funding special projects, the Friends help make the library a vibrant part of our community.

As we look ahead to 2026, the Friends will be adjusting their membership rates for the first time in several years. Beginning January 1, 2026, the new rates will be:

Single Membership: $15
Family Membership (two people): $25
Lifetime Membership: $150 (unchanged)

Joining the Friends is an easy, meaningful way to make a lasting difference. Membership dollars directly support programs that enrich the lives of children, teens, and adults in our community—all while keeping the library strong for generations to come.

Membership forms are available at both library locations or download a printable form.

Get Involved—The Friends Need You!

The Friends of the Crown Point Library are seeking enthusiastic members to serve as officers in 2026. Positions open include:

President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary

If you’re passionate about the library and want to make an impact, consider stepping into a leadership role!

Interested? Email cpclfriends@gmail.com, or call (219) 306-4599
Voting will take place at the December Friends meeting.

Together, we can keep our library—and our community—thriving!

Join us at our next meeting on Tuesday, December 9, at 10 a.m., in meeting room 3 at the Crown Point Library.

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.