Friends of the Dallas Public Library

Friends of the Dallas Public Library Friends of the Dallas Public Library, a trusted nonprofit, partners with the City of Dallas.

We've raised over $60 million and contributed countless volunteer hours to support the Dallas Public Library, ensuring essential programs and services continue. March 13,1950 - Friends of the Dallas Public Library (FODPL) founded by a group of 23 citizens determined to hold the City of Dallas accountable to expand and improve the Dallas Public Library system

We had an amazing time last week at the Dallasites101 Pickleball Play & Mixer at At Fault. Thanks to everyone who stopp...
05/05/2025

We had an amazing time last week at the Dallasites101 Pickleball Play & Mixer at At Fault. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to learn more about who we are and what we do as Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

And major shoutout to our awesome table neighbors, Ryde Wellbeing. We ‘dink’ you’re the best! 😉

📢 Stay in the loop with the Friends’ latest updates! 📰Join the Friends for exclusive insights, volunteer opportunities, ...
05/02/2025

📢 Stay in the loop with the Friends’ latest updates! 📰

Join the Friends for exclusive insights, volunteer opportunities, and much more. Don't miss out on the action - join the Friends! Become a member today at bit.ly/Dallas_Librarylove

📚 It’s time for a Library Edition: This or That Challenge!Are you Team Hardcover or Team E-Book? 🧐 Physical books or Aud...
04/28/2025

📚 It’s time for a Library Edition: This or That Challenge!
Are you Team Hardcover or Team E-Book? 🧐 Physical books or Audiobooks? 🎧

Tell us your picks in the comments 👇 Or share your choices in your Story and tag us! We can't wait to see what you choose. 📖❤️

📚 Nominate a community hero for the A.C. Greene Award!This annual award honors a dedicated volunteer (not of DPL staff) ...
04/25/2025

📚 Nominate a community hero for the A.C. Greene Award!

This annual award honors a dedicated volunteer (not of DPL staff) who exemplifies a passion for lifelong learning, reading, and libraries in Dallas.

Named for legendary Texas author and journalist A.C. Greene, who was a memoirist, historian, and influential book critic who helped shape the literary voice of Texas. Greene's passion for telling the history and lore of Texas earned him several awards from the Texas Institute of Arts and Letters. The A.C. Greene award celebrates those like Greene who inspire curiosity and connection in our communities.

✨ Know someone who fits the bill? Nominations are open through April 30.
🔗 Link in bio or click below to nominate!

🎥 FoDPL x DIFF!We’re proud to partner with the Dallas International Film Festival to spotlight "The Librarians" — a powe...
04/23/2025

🎥 FoDPL x DIFF!
We’re proud to partner with the Dallas International Film Festival to spotlight "The Librarians" — a powerful new documentary that turned heads at Sundance and SXSW. 📚💥
"The Librarians" follows the brave fight against book bans and censorship across Texas, Florida, and beyond — where librarians are standing up for intellectual freedom and democracy.
Director Kim A. Snyder will be in attendance, and trust us, you don’t want to miss this!

📅 Screenings:
📍 Sunday, April 27 @ 7:00 PM – Texas Theatre Upstairs
📍 Monday, April 28 @ 4:30 PM – Cinépolis Victory Park

This film is a must-see for anyone who believes in the power of libraries, free thought, and standing up for what’s right. 🙌 For more information about the festival and to purchase screening tickets, visit diffdallas.org/diff-2025-program.

📣 Nominations are now open for the Lillian M. Bradshaw Award!Help us honor an outstanding Dallas Public Library staff me...
04/21/2025

📣 Nominations are now open for the Lillian M. Bradshaw Award!

Help us honor an outstanding Dallas Public Library staff member who goes above and beyond to support literacy, access, and community connection. 🏆📚

This award is part of our annual recognition of excellence within the library system, and we want your help to spotlight the amazing people behind the scenes.

🗓 Nominations are open through April 30.
🔗 Submit your nomination today via the link in our bio or by following this link: https://forms.gle/9PD834RdrHbhcho16

Our 75th Anniversary Literary Lions Luncheon has officially wrapped—and what a celebration it was! 🎉📚We’re incredibly gr...
04/18/2025

Our 75th Anniversary Literary Lions Luncheon has officially wrapped—and what a celebration it was! 🎉📚

We’re incredibly grateful to all of our sponsors and underwriters who made this special event possible. Your generosity supports the mission of Friends of the Dallas Public Library and helps strengthen our libraries for generations to come.

👏 Thank you for believing in the power of stories, community, and access for all.

04/18/2025

✨ Why do you give?

At last week’s Literary Lions Luncheon, we premiered a new video that celebrates the power of libraries—and the many reasons our supporters give to Friends of the Dallas Public Library. 📚❤️

From early literacy to lifelong learning, your support helps keep our library system strong, innovative, and accessible for everyone.

🎥 Watch the full video on our YouTube channel and be inspired by the stories that make our libraries so beloved. Check it out here: youtu.be/vs8gn0KRPgw?si=clvccHTsRzeenQ-I

📢 Let the City know what matters to you! 🗳️ The 2025 City of Dallas Community Survey is open through May—and it’s your c...
04/15/2025

📢 Let the City know what matters to you! 🗳️ The 2025 City of Dallas Community Survey is open through May—and it’s your chance to speak up!

Tell the City what you love about Dallas, which programs make a difference, and what deserves more support—especially Dallas Public Library. Let’s show how much our libraries mean to our communities!

👉 Visit dal.city/budgetengagement to share your thoughts today.

📚✨ What a day! Thank you to everyone who joined us Wednesday at the Literary Lions Luncheon as we celebrated National Li...
04/11/2025

📚✨ What a day! Thank you to everyone who joined us Wednesday at the Literary Lions Luncheon as we celebrated National Library Week and 75 years of Friends of the Dallas Public Library!

Nearly 300 library advocates gathered at the beautiful Arts District Mansion for an inspiring afternoon with special guest speaker, Ben Fountain, who reminded us just how vital libraries are to a strong, equitable, and informed society. 💬📖

A huge thank you to our generous sponsors and donors who made this unforgettable celebration possible. And a special shoutout to an Anonymous Donor whose incredible gift provided everyone in attendance with a one-year Friends membership—growing our library-loving community overnight!

Here’s to the next 75 years of advocacy, access, and impact. 🙌
📸 Don’t miss the photo gallery from the event—check it out at supportdpl.org/literary-lions-luncheon-1!

04/10/2025

It's officially Day! To celebrate and advocate for libraries and library funding, we want every library lover to make their voice heard today. Head to ala.org/showup to learn how you can take action by calling or emailing Congress, writing a letter to your local newspaper, and more! Show Up by telling Congress how important your library is to your community - and how important federal funding is to sustain their work. Head to ala.org/showup to learn more! .

🚐📚 It’s Library Outreach Day — and the perfect time to celebrate how libraries meet you where you are!From pop-up events...
04/09/2025

🚐📚 It’s Library Outreach Day — and the perfect time to celebrate how libraries meet you where you are!
From pop-up events to online services, libraries are always finding new ways to connect with the community. Don’t have a library card yet? Today’s the day! 🎉

📲 Sign up and unlock a world of knowledge, wherever you are.

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1515 Young Street
Dallas, TX
75201

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+12146701458

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