Last week we held our annual membership meeting, and we’re thrilled to share that the Friends were selected as Nonprofit of the Week — an honor we proudly accepted! This recognition means so much to us, and it’s only possible because of our amazing volunteers who keep our mission moving every single day. 📚 Volunteer UpdateThanks to the incredible response from our community, we now have enough book sorters to handle the generous donations coming in. Because of that, we’re placing all new book‑sorting applications on hold for the moment. However, we are still looking for a few more cashiers for both our upstairs and downstairs shops: 🛍️ Upstairs Shop (Lobby)• Shifts are typically 2 hours• We especially need help on all weekdays during evening…
📚🔥 Let Books be! 🔥 📚
Banned Books Week 2026 runs from October 4–10, bringing together readers, librarians, teachers, and publishers to stand against censorship and celebrate the freedom to read. The Friends proudly stand with the Troy Public Library and the American Library Association in fully endorsing the freedom of individuals to choose what they want to read or leave sitting on the shelf. We respect differing viewpoints and encourage open and respectful conversations about the importance of intellectual freedom. According to the American Library Association, a banned book is one that has been completely removed from a library collection, school shelf, or curriculum — and this year’s display highlights just how powerful these stories remain. Our Center Table is overflowing with banned and challenged books, leaving almost no empty space! Stop…
Troy Daze is here—and so are we! 🎪🎡🎢
Just a quick reminder: the Troy Public Library and our bookshops will be closed this weekend from Friday 9/18 to Sunday 9/20 so everyone can enjoy the festivities. But don’t worry, you won’t have to go a whole weekend without us! Troy Daze is beside the summer reading kickoff in June one of our biggest outreach events and we’re looking forward to it every year! We have hundreds of books to give away for FREE and since we got rained out in June there are even more this year! 📍 Find us on the west side of Civic Center Drive, just south of Town Center Drive. Look out for the Scarecrows and you can’t miss us! 🎈 Come visit the Friends of the Troy Public…
Labor Day Weekend Update from the Friends of the Troy Public Library! 💙
While the Library and the Friends Bookshop will be closed Saturday 9/5 until Monday 9/7 for Labor Day, our volunteers certainly aren’t taking a break. They’ve been hard at work behind the scenes, keeping the momentum going for our community. 🦖 Booker T‑Rex Has Arrived!We’ve added new kids merchandise to our online store featuring Booker T‑Rex, the fun new mascot of the Troy Public Library — you’ll also spot him on the brand‑new children’s library cards. He’s already a hit with our youngest readers. Visit our online shop undertroypl.org/friendsmerch 💛 Outreach Across Our CommunitiesIn recent weeks, several boxes of books made their way to the McLaren Hospital in Detroit, and more boxes have gone out to classrooms and Little Free Libraries in neighborhoods across Pontiac…
Every once in a while our Bookshop is transforming into a mini art gallery—and you’re invited! 🖼️ 🎨 🖌️👨🎨
Step into a world where imagination meets mastery: This week our center table is brimming with artful treasures – from the genius of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo to the timeless wonders of the Louvre, and the captivating paintings of Rembrandt, Monet and Van Eyck!Whether you’re drawn to the brushstrokes of the Great Masters 👨🎨 or the beauty of Great Masterpieces 🖼️, there’s something here to spark every creative soul! ✨ Not an art lover, but a huge fan of fantasy and science fiction? Check out our Carefully Curated Collection of fantasy and sci-fi books for just $0.50-$1 each! 🧝🏼♀️🧛🏻🤴🏼🚀👽 All other shelves are always filled with a wide inventory of gently-used fiction and non-fiction books of all genres and for all ages, along with…
🚗 Friends of the Troy Public Library – Start Your Engines! 🚗
It’s time to celebrate the 2024 Woodward Dreamcruise! 🚗🚙🛺This weekend, our Center Table is tuned up with richly illustrated Coffee Table books that will make your heart race faster than a Pontiac GTO hitting the quarter mile at Pomona Dragstrip! From Ford Motor Company to Porsche, Muscle Cars to Concept Cars – we’ve got it all! Step back to the golden era of the 1950s and 60s when styling and horsepower were king. Relive the glory days when chrome, tailfins, and two-tone paint jobs ruled the roads, and every gear shift gave you whiplash. Woodward Avenue was the test track for Detroit Iron, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a pit stop at our Book Shop. Whether you’re a fan of Mustangs,…
🌍 Explore the World this weekend in the Bookshop! 🏰
This weekend, we’re featuring the wonders of our world 🌎 its breathtaking places, rich history, and extraordinary architecture. Whether you’re dreaming of far‑off destinations or fascinated by the stories etched into ancient stones, we’ve curated a collection you’ll love. ✨ Discover: 🌎 Stunning books on must‑see places and unforgettable stays🏯 Architectural marvels, from iconic landmarks to hidden gems🗿 Journeys through history—from ancient civilizations to the Middle Ages🏰 Tales of knights, castles, and the lives shaped by centuries past🗺️ World Atlases for the aspiring explorer inside you If you’re ready to travel through time and across continents without leaving Troy, stop by the Bookshop and dive into a world of adventure. Your next great escape is waiting on our shelves. 📍 Our bookshop is located on…
🇺🇸 Ready to start the July 4th festivities a little early? We are! 🇺🇸 🎆
This is our final weekend before the holiday, and our Bookshop is stocked with great reads celebrating America’s 250 years of history, culture, and spirit. From founding moments to modern voices, there’s something for every curious reader. Stop by this weekend to browse a special selection of books honoring the history of our nation and the stories of the people who shaped it. As always, our shelves are fully stocked and refreshed every single week. You’ll find fiction, non-fiction, children’s and adult books 📚, CDs 💿, DVDs 📀, magazines 📕, puzzles 🧩, and board games ♟️🎲 —something for every reader, listener, and puzzler. 📍 Find us in the basement of the Troy Public Library🕙 Open Saturday 10–1🕓 Open Sunday 1–4 #TroyPublicLibrary #FriendsOfTheLibrary #Bookshop #TPLFriends #TPL…
💫✨ May the Fourth Be With You! ✨💫
Calling all Jedi, Sith, and readers across the galaxy! Next Monday, May 4th is Star Wars™ Day, and we’re celebrating with a special display filled with books from a galaxy far, far away 🪐 💫Whether you’re after epic adventures, behind‑the‑scenes lore, or stories featuring your favorite characters, the Force is strong on our shelves. And don’t forget—Mother’s Day is just one week away! With a gently used book from our store (and a little quiet reading time 😉) most moms will be more than happy 📕 💆♀️Add a special card from our enormous card selection and a small thank you from our novelty section, and make her day shine! 💝💐 Our shop is always full of gently used fiction and nonfiction for every age and interest, plus…
Earth Day collection at the Friends Book Shop!
With Earth Day approaching on April 22nd, we have curated a wonderful collection of books all about our beautiful planet! 🌏 🌱When you stop by the library, be sure to pay us a visit and discover books about nature, the environment, and the beauty of our planet. It’s the perfect time to discover something inspiring about our world 🌎 And as many of you might already know: we now have an online store where you can purchase Friends merchandise! Many colors and sizes are available, so you can show your library pride in style. Want to see examples before you order? Just stop by the Friends Shop on the main floor to browse some of the items in person. 📚 Weekend Bookshop Hours:Saturday: 10 AM…