Friends of the Library

New Friends of the Library Logo

Members of the Friends of the Roanoke County Public Library (FOL) organization are people who believe a strong public library is essential to Roanoke Valley, contribute their support to achieve this goal, and work for a cause important to them and to their community. Each year the FOL sponsors the annual Summer Reading Program and more.

Spring Dates

Spring Book Sale is starting Sat., April 29 through Thurs., May 4 at the South County Library located at 6303 Merriman Road in Roanoke.

The sale is closed on Sunday. The hours are 10am-5pm on Saturday and 10am-7pm on Monday-Thursday.

Wednesday is 1/2 Price Day. Thursday is Box Day.

Questions or looking to volunteer? Email the Friends!

Have books to donate? Bring them to any RCPL location for the book sale. Proceeds benefit the Summer Reading Program and more.

Join The Friends of the Library

Anyone who believes in the value of libraries can belong to Friends of the Library. 

Annual Dues 

Individual | $15
Family | $20

Application Form

To join, bring a completed copy of the Membership Form along with your payment to any RCPL location. You may also mail it to the Friends of the Library at:
Roanoke County Public Library
Attn: FOL
6303 Merriman Road
Roanoke, VA 24018

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Join the FOL
FOL Donations - Kroger Community Rewards

Tax Deduction

The FOL organization is classified as a 501 (c) (3) in accordance with the U.S. Tax Code. Generally, your membership contribution in FOL is tax deductible, but there are exceptions when the full amount is not tax deductible such as when the contributor receives some type of benefit. Please refer to IRS Publication 526 to determine what part of your contribution may not be eligible. If you are still unsure, it is recommended that you contact a tax advisor or the IRS by telephone.

Questions?

Email the Friends