Friends of the Lynchburg Public Library

06/02/2026

It's almost been a week but we're still feeling the excitement of the Bookmobile! It's on the road now- have you seen it out yet?!

04/29/2026

Join our friends from Mission Thrift this week for their Warehouse Sale! We appreciate being a Round Up partner during the year and hope you will support their mission to give back to local non-profits!

04/19/2026

Time to get rid of all those old papers and tax documents and support the Friends of the Lynchburg Public Library Spring Fundraiser!

On Tuesday, April 21 from 4-6pm join the Friends at the Main Library Branch (Memorial Ave) for the spring shredding fundraiser sponsored by the Lynchburg Regional Airport.

Please note that even though the Main Branch is under construction the lot nearest the Plaza will remain open for the event!

Shredding is $10 per box or bag and all proceeds go to support efforts of the Friends of the Lynchburg Public Library. You can pay by cash, check or credit card.

See you there!

01/08/2026

Thank you to The News & Advance for highlighting our library's great free resources - including paywall access to several local news sources. Learn more online: https://bit.ly/3N6ZT7b

The Lynchburg Public Library’s Main Branch’s last day open to the public was Dec. 27, but the public library system in Lynchburg will continue to offer many resources to the

12/29/2025

A new chapter for our local library begins today! Congratulations, Lynchburg Public Library! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

12/10/2025

What an exciting time for our Youth Services staff! Make sure to visit them at the Miller Center during the library renovation.

09/19/2025

Check out Mission Thrift's Warehouse Sale to snag some great pieces! Don't forget the month of September The Friends of the Lynchburg Public Library are the round up partner so you can support two great causes at once!

08/14/2025

Last week, the library wrapped up Summer Reading but the celebration continues this weekend thanks to the Lynchburg Hillcats. Congrats to all our readers.

07/03/2025

Tonight is the night! Join the Friends of the Lynchburg Public Library to cheer on the Lynchburg Hillcats and give back to the library!

Remember, tickets cannot be purchased at the door for this initiative so grab your ticket using our link online!

https://www.gofevo.com/event/Friendslynchburg2?fbclid=IwY2xjawLQpRlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFDT1A2SHdCMlVGUUZwcGRKAR6NqkkPsMh12PC_ph_rOP6vKYi0CisPfh1aobsHKebwisxepWj6y_rWupL2Dg_aem_t3xn4QFFhqBgN7X2CnEWCQ

7/3/25 @ 6:30 PM - Friends of the Lynchburg Public Library

07/01/2025

Thank You, Lynchburg!

We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who has spoken up over the past few months—and especially this past week—in support of the Lynchburg Public Library. Hearing from so many passionate citizens across every ward, background, and age group has been truly inspiring.

Thanks to your voices, the Downtown Branch will remain open and continue to serve our community!

As always, the Friends of the Lynchburg Public Library remain committed to advocating for the library’s growth, sustainability, and the amazing programs LPL offers. From fundraising to raising awareness, we’re here for our library and for you!

Want to stay connected and find out how you can help?

https://lynchburgpubliclibrary.org/friends-of-the-library/join-the-friends/