The Friends of the Paul Sawyier Public Library is a group of community volunteers committed to supporting the library. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. (Board Information) Contributions are tax-deductible.
—How We Support Our Library—
Manage and staff the Lilian Lindsey Bookstore
Hold several large book sales each year
Fund the summer reading program for children and adults
Fund the scholarship program for high school seniors
Provide supplementary funding for guest speakers, musical performances, and other special programs open to our community.
Assist library staff, when needed, with events
Purchases to support the library have included: two vehicles for the library outreach program, stage for events, portable exhibition panels, materials for children’s section, two original Paul Sawyier paintings and other art for the library (to list just a few)
Donate books to local community organizations, hospitals, and Little Free Libraries
Support library staff through funding for continuing education and appreciation gifts
Coordinated fundraiser to save Humpty “Eggcited” sculpture
Update Friends members on library programs/events, and bookstore news
Advocate for libraries at both local and state levels
Received the Friends of
Kentucky Outstanding Library Chapter award in 2017.
We have over 100 volunteers! Ask how you can help!
Join the Friends of Paul Sawyier Public Library!
Members help support the library, enjoy early access to book sales, and receive a 10% bookstore discount. Yearly membership is only $5 individual, $10 family, $3
senior/student.