Friends of Canadian Libraries

Friends of Canadian Libraries Friends of Canadian Libraries (FOCAL) was officially formed in 1998 as a national association for Friends of Library groups.

OUR GOALS
Communications: Using a variety of communication methods (print, voice and electronic) maximize the networking and information sharing potential of the FOCAL membership. Partnership: Create a schedule of regional meetings and workshops to bring Friends groups together. Leadership: Increase the awareness of the role of Friends of Libraries, and the existence of FOCAL as a national volunteer organization, active and effective in delivering resources and support to Friends of libraries.

09/02/2026

Donation Days, Meetings - lots of times to spend with your Friends!

📍 The Inner Courtyards, 18 King St. E., Unit F2
🩵 All are welcome!

Please note: Sale doors will no longer be open during Donation & Sorting Days.

09/02/2026
09/02/2026

As we trade long summer days for cozy autumn evenings, we're excited to welcome you back for another Friends Film Friday! 🎬

Join the Friends of the St. Albert Public Library on Friday, September 25 for a special screening of The Christophers, a witty comedy from acclaimed director Steven Soderbergh starring Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel.

Start the evening with our wine reception, featuring snacks and your choice of alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages, before settling in for the film. 🍷🍿

📅 Friday, September 25 at 6:30 PM
📍 St. Albert Public Library, Downtown
🎟️ Early Bird tickets start at $20

Bring a friend and make a cozy night of it! Proceeds from the event support the St. Albert Public Library. 💚

Get your tickets today → filmfriday.friendsofsapl.ca

09/02/2026
09/02/2026
09/02/2026

Our booksale is approaching. Do you have books, puzzles, music and or movies that need a new home? We would love to have them. Bring them to the library or contact us and our volunteers will be happy to pick them up. The books sales are our largest fundraisers. The FOL uses these funds to give back to the community.

09/02/2026

📚 Plus que quelques jours avant le Marché aux livres !
Rendez-vous dès jeudi à la Grande Bibliothèque (niveau M) pour dénicher romans, BD, mangas, CD et bien plus, dès 1 $.

🗓️ Jeudi 3 sept : 14 h-20 h
🗓️ Vendredi 4 sept : 10 h-20 h
🗓️ Samedi 5 sept : 10 h-16 h

🛍️ N’oubliez pas vos sacs — notre stock de sacs réutilisables est limité cette année 👀

08/31/2026

Need a new read? Our Book Cube has great books at great prices for readers of all ages. Have a look at Powell River Public Library.

08/31/2026

The Friends 50/50 Raffle - Le tirage 50/50 des Amis

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C/o Dorothy Macnaughton, 67 Amber Street
Sault Sainte Marie, ON
P6A6N6

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