Who are the Friends?
We’re the Friends of the Canby Public Library — a dedicated, community-powered group of volunteers who believe the library is the heart of Canby. Since 1999, we’ve been proudly funding the programs that spark curiosity, creativity, and connection for kids, teens, adults, and families. For more than 25 years, we’ve helped make the library a vibrant, welcoming place where stories begin, friendships grow, and our whole community comes together. If the library helps Canby thrive, we’re here to help it thrive.
What We Support:
We help make the magic happen — storytimes, makerspaces, family fun, and community events that bring people together. For more than 25 years, we’ve supported the programs that fill the library with creativity, connection, and joy for all ages.
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Kid Programming
Kids bring the library to life, and we love helping fuel their wonder! From story times and early literacy fun to art, STEAM, and hands-on creativity, we help spark big imagination in little learners. Every program is designed to bring joy, connection, and confidence to the kiddos who walk through the doors.
Adult/Family Programming
We help bring engaging adult workshops, inspiring author talks, and welcoming community events to life at the library. These programs offer adults a chance to learn something new, meet neighbors, and stay connected to the heart of Canby. There’s always something enriching, energizing, and inclusive happening — and we’re proud to support it.
Community Programming
We’re proud to support the community programs that make the library a hub for exploration, creativity, and connection. From Cultural Passes that open doors to museums and gardens, to the Library of Things filled with tools, games, and technology, we help bring hands-on experiences to people of all ages.
How To Be A Friend
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Become A Friend
Becoming a Friend is one of the most meaningful ways to show your support for the library. Your annual membership helps fund the year-round programs that make the Canby Public Library a place where kids learn, teens explore, and adults and families connect. Whether you’re renewing or joining for the first time, your membership strengthens the heart of our community.
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Donate
A gift of any amount has a direct and immediate impact on the people who walk through the library’s doors. Your support helps bring storytimes, workshops, Cultural Passes, author talks, the Library of Things, and community-wide events to life. Every dollar fuels creativity, learning, and connection — keeping our library vibrant and accessible for all.
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Volunteer
If you love the library, volunteering is a fun and friendly way to get involved. Help in the Book Garden, assist during special events, or lend a hand behind the scenes — there’s a place for every skill and schedule. When you volunteer, you’re not just giving your time; you’re helping make the library a warm, welcoming space for the entire community.
