Friends of the Deerfield Public Library is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, dedicated to enriching the Library’s materials, services, and programs for the members of the community. We have the only in-person bookstore in Deerfield, IL, located at the back of the Deerfield Public Library. While waiting for your train, we have placed paperback books at the Deerfield Road Train Station for commuters to read during their journey.
Our Mission Is:
- To encourage the community to have an increased understanding and appreciation for the materials and services from the Library.
- To supplement Library services, programs, and materials in accordance with the Library’s policies and needs.
- To provide volunteering, fundraising, and advocacy to the Library.
Keep in the know of what we are up to by following our Facebook and Instagram accounts!
The Friends of the Library Book Store is available during regular library hours. Book genres include: fiction, cookbooks, children’s, self-help, biographies, history, business, home improvement, hobbies, manga & graphic novels, poetry, humor, art, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, etc. Books are replenished weekly by volunteers. Suggested donation:
- Hardbacks, Audiobooks, Games – $2
- Paperbacks, DVDs – $1
- CDs – $.50
Join the Friends or Volunteer!
Why should you become a member of the Friends of the Deerfield Public Library? The Friends fund items and sponsor programs that are not otherwise in the Library’s budget. These can include our Summer Reading Programs, the Haunted Library, and Holiday Trains. The Friends have sponsored
- New shelving in youth services
- The Baby Garden – located in the preschool pavilion
- 4 panels of art titles, “Prairie Plants” – located in the stairwell by youth services
- Self-checkout Station
Please join us at one of our 2026 meetings. These are typically held on Mondays at 7:00 pm, subject to change.
- January 26, 2026
- March 30, 2026
- June 22, 2026
- August 24, 2026
- November 9, 2026
Volunteer Opportunities
The Friends of the Library welcome volunteers from the community to help sort and shelve book donations. Any amount of time and help is appreciated. Contact the Friends for more information at 847-945-3311 ext. 8895 or email the Friends at friends@deerfieldlibrary.org.
Donate to the Friends
Gently-used adult and children’s books (hardbacks & paperbacks) are always needed to replenish the shelves. This is a great way to recycle books that have already been read. (NO encyclopedias, textbooks, magazines, VHS, Cassette tapes, or books that have been damaged or written in.)
You can print out and mail an application form. Please email the Friends at friends@deerfieldlibrary.org.
- Good Friend: $15-$29
- Family Friend: $30-$49
- Dear Friend: $50-$99
- Best Friend: $100-$249
- Loyal Friend: $250-$499
- Partner: $500+
