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 and 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, as well as, library events when 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, and 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.

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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Upcoming Friends Events

Spring Book Sale

The Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale is open to the public from April 23 to 25, 2005. A special preview sale for Friends members will be held on April 23 beginning at 1 p.m. Join the Friends now or at the door!

Choose from thousands of items and fill a bag for only $5. (A bag will be provided, outside bags are not allowed.)

Wednesday, April 23: 1-2 p.m. (Friends members only) 2-7 p.m. (Open to the public)
Thursday, April 24: 9-7 p.m.
Friday, April 25: 9 – 12 p.m. ($1 a bag sale day)

Jackie Kennedy Comes to Life at the Crown Point Library!

The Friends of the Crown Point Library are thrilled to present a captivating living history performance by Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., as she portrays Jackie Kennedy in an intimate and moving depiction of the former First Lady’s life.

Event Details:
Location: Crown Point Library, 122 N. Main Street
Date & Time: Thursday, May 29, at 6 p.m.
Tickets: $15 for Friends of the Library members, $25 for non-members
Sales Begin: April 21 at the Crown Point Library (cash or check only)

Set in 1964—just one year after President John F. Kennedy’s assassination—this powerful performance takes audiences into the world of Jackie Kennedy as she struggles with relentless media attention and the uncertainty of her future. Through her reflections, she shares personal stories about her marriage, her fight for privacy, and her efforts to restore the White House and elevate the arts.

Leslie Goddard, a historian, author, and performer, is known for her riveting portrayals of historical figures. Her portrayal of Jackie Kennedy is no exception—offering a deeply personal and historically accurate performance that brings history to life.

Don’t miss this chance to experience the private woman behind the public icon. Get your tickets starting April 21 at the Crown Point Library.