About Us

Since 1976, the Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library have actively supported and advanced the library’s objectives. Over the last forty-five years, we have initiated and sponsored various programs while offering the library financial contributions through membership fees and fundraising. In the early stages, we advocated effectively during School Board budget meetings and in the late eighties, our substantial effort and leadership played a pivotal role in successfully passing the bond issue that paved the way for the current library.

Following the completion of the new library, The Friends Book Shop was established. Its primary goals are to generate funds for library enhancements and programs, offer affordable reading materials to the community, and provide a convenient avenue for recycling used books. In 2023 we opened the Friends Coffee Shop, which is also located inside the library. The Coffee Shop provides coffee, cold beverages, and quick snacks for library patrons while also giving us a new revenue stream to financially support the library. 

Over the past fifteen years, we’ve also sought to spotlight the outstanding service of library staff, volunteers, and community members. This recognition is accomplished by presenting the Marie Madden and H. Durham Hunt awards at our annual meeting. Additionally, we host an event each year to show appreciation for library staff, and Friends’ volunteers. 

Our fundamental belief is at the core of all our activities and endeavors: A thriving library is a significant asset to our community.