Friends of the Multnomah County Library

Friends of the Multnomah County Library We love the Multnomah County Library! Join us!

The Friends provide grassroots advocacy, volunteer hours, and grants to fund worthy programs like the "Pageturners" reading groups.

COLLECTORS CORNER FEATURE OF THE WEEK: First mass market edition of The Word for World is Forest! Le Guin’s first novell...
09/03/2026

COLLECTORS CORNER FEATURE OF THE WEEK: First mass market edition of The Word for World is Forest! Le Guin’s first novella to win the Hugo Award—and originally entitled ‘Little Green Men’—this Ace edition is a first printing (Berkley, 1989) and in good condition, with clean pages and gorgeous cover art. Price: $59.95

SHOW YOUR STACK: People left with some great things on Educator Discount Day!
09/01/2026

SHOW YOUR STACK: People left with some great things on Educator Discount Day!

EDUCATOR ALERT! GET YOUR BACK TO SCHOOL SAVINGS TODAY.
08/29/2026

EDUCATOR ALERT! GET YOUR BACK TO SCHOOL SAVINGS TODAY.

There’s still time for one more summer dinner party. Pick up a cookbook, find something new to try, and make the most of...
08/28/2026

There’s still time for one more summer dinner party. Pick up a cookbook, find something new to try, and make the most of those long evenings while they last.

Our cookbook shelves are full of inspiration, from backyard dinners to recipes that make the most of summer produce.

At Rose City Reads, we carry newer titles, but for those who enjoy a good mass market book, we pride ourselves on carryi...
08/22/2026

At Rose City Reads, we carry newer titles, but for those who enjoy a good mass market book, we pride ourselves on carrying a wide variety of those, as well.

Our DVD selection is growing, with plenty of movies and favorites to take home for just $2–$4. 🎬Stop by, browse the shel...
08/21/2026

Our DVD selection is growing, with plenty of movies and favorites to take home for just $2–$4. 🎬

Stop by, browse the shelves, and see what you find.

The Friends Library Store is open Friday & Saturday 12–5 PM.

COLLECTORS CORNER FEATURE OF THE WEEK: MULTI-SIGNED first paperback edition of Glory Road! This copy of Don Haskins’ fam...
08/19/2026

COLLECTORS CORNER FEATURE OF THE WEEK: MULTI-SIGNED first paperback edition of Glory Road! This copy of Don Haskins’ famous sports memoir is signed by Don Haskins himself, co-author Dan Wetzel, and seven members of the original 1966 Texas Western College Miners team, including starters Orsten Artis, Harry Flournoy, and Nevil Shed “the Shadow”, along with sixth man Willie Cager and reserve players Togo Railey, Jerry Armstrong, and Dick Myers. Very good condition. Price: $749.95

This item can be located at our Rose City Reads location (221 NE 122ND AVE).

SHOW YOUR STACK: Another successful Flash Sale in the books! Here’s a taste of what people found at the store this week!
08/18/2026

SHOW YOUR STACK: Another successful Flash Sale in the books! Here’s a taste of what people found at the store this week!

08/15/2026

The weather is turning and we have the movies to keep you cozy on the couch! Come shop our vast selection of DVDs.

We’re proud to sponsor Wildwood: Follow the Crows, a citywide art trail benefiting OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital....
08/14/2026

We’re proud to sponsor Wildwood: Follow the Crows, a citywide art trail benefiting OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital.

Start your crow hunt at Central Library, where you’ll find our sponsored crow, As the Crow Flies, by artist Jordan Mason. While you’re here, young crow spotters can take part in the youth scavenger hunt for a chance to win a prize, then stop by Friends Library Store to shop with our Wildwood coupon.

Come see the crow, explore Central and follow the crows! Find all the details, including the scavenger hunt and prizes, at the link in our bio.

Address

221 NE 122nd Avenue, Suite A
Portland, OR
97230

Telephone

(503) 224-9176

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