Friends of the Madison Public Library

Call Directions Website Contact the organization

Friends of the Madison Public Library We are volunteers who support the Madison Public Library (Central) through our bookstore and events

Incorporated in 1961, the Friends of the Madison Public Library provides monetary and volunteer support for the entire Madison Public Library community. Most of our posts are about our non-profit, cash-only bookstore located in the Central Library. Bookstore Hours:
Monday- Thursday from 9am-8:45pm,
Fridays from 9am-5:45pm,
Saturdays from 9am-4:45pm,
Sundays from 1-4:45pm.

And here's a sneak peek for our bibliophiles! The “Professor’s Library” will be a special collection featured at our upc...
10/14/2026

And here's a sneak peek for our bibliophiles!
The “Professor’s Library” will be a special collection featured at our upcoming sale 📚📚 A few of our wonderful volunteers have been busy sorting through incredible donations from several retired UW professors, including history, philosophy, religious studies, literature, Jewish Studies, and more!

When: Thursday, October 15th: 9am-9pm,
Friday, October 16th: 9am-6pm, and
Saturday, October 17th: 9am-5pm

Where: FMPL Bookstore, Central Library (First floor) | 201 W Mifflin
Street

As always, every dollar spent goes right back into supporting our
wonderful library and its programs. See you there ❤❤

🎧🎶 Calling all music aficionados 🎶 🎧 In anticipation of our Oct 15-17 sale, we have something just for you!! 👀 👀We've b...
10/13/2026

🎧🎶 Calling all music aficionados 🎶 🎧 In anticipation of our Oct 15-17 sale, we have something just for you!! 👀 👀
We've been lucky enough to receive several generous donations of CDs, including a large collection from UW-Campus Wisconsin Public Radio (a big thank you to them!). Whether you're into pop, alt-rock, indie, country, jazz, blues, or classics, you're bound to find something special!

When: Thursday, October 15th: 9am-9pm,
Friday, October 16th: 9am-6pm, and
Saturday, October 17th: 9am-5pm

Where: FMPL Bookstore, Central Library (First floor) | 201 W Mifflin
Street

As always, every dollar spent goes right back into supporting our
wonderful library and its programs. See you there ❤❤

10/09/2026

And our FMPL bookstore is here to help!! 📚📚📚📚We even have a dollar sale coming up on Oct 15-17!!Located on the first floor of the Central Library, all proceeds go towards library programs and services. Visit our page for more information. Hope to see you there!!🧡💛

If you have any spare bags, please stop by the FMPL bookstore during normal library hours to drop them off. Much appreci...
10/07/2026

If you have any spare bags, please stop by the FMPL bookstore during normal library hours to drop them off. Much appreciated!! 🧡

We can't wait to see you at the sale on October 15-17!!

Our volunteers have been hard at work, and we've got a new selection of blind books! October blind books are mystery and...
10/05/2026

Our volunteers have been hard at work, and we've got a new selection of blind books!
October blind books are mystery and paperback fiction! 👻
Prices are as marked ($.50-1)
Get into the Halloween spirit and pick one up 🎃

Our featured authors of the month are Blaize & John Clement, Nevada Barr, and Emily Rodda! Drop by the bookstore to disc...
10/03/2026

Our featured authors of the month are Blaize & John Clement, Nevada Barr, and Emily Rodda! Drop by the bookstore to discover or revisit their works🧡

October's Theme of the Month is "Spooktacular Tricks & Treats"!! Stop by to peruse our collection, featuring Mysteries, ...
10/01/2026

October's Theme of the Month is "Spooktacular Tricks & Treats"!! Stop by to peruse our collection, featuring Mysteries, Halloween-themed books, Puzzles & Games, and Comics!! 🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃

And don't forget to mark your calendars for our upcoming sale at the bookstore on October 15-17th!!

📚📚 Save the Date!! 📚📚 We've got a dollar sale coming up! Find your next read, or add to your ever-growing TBR! Most item...
09/25/2026

📚📚 Save the Date!! 📚📚
We've got a dollar sale coming up! Find your next read, or add to your ever-growing TBR! Most items are $1 unless otherwise marked.

Where: Central Library (First floor) | 201 W Mifflin Street
When: Thursday, October 15th: 9am-9pm, Friday, October 16th: 9am-6pm, and Saturday, October 17th, 9am-5pm

Every dollar spent goes right back into supporting our wonderful library and its programs. See you there ❤❤

Come check out our collections from these authors of the month for September!
09/19/2026

Come check out our collections from these authors of the month for September!

Does fall make you want to make you curl up with a cup of tea and a fantasy book? These three are standalone or firsts i...
09/17/2026

Does fall make you want to make you curl up with a cup of tea and a fantasy book? These three are standalone or firsts in fantasy series - and just $1 each!

Address

201 W Mifflin Street
Madison, WI
53703

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8:45pm
Tuesday 9am - 8:45pm
Wednesday 9am - 8:45pm
Thursday 9am - 8:45pm
Friday 9am - 5:45pm
Saturday 9am - 4:45pm
Sunday 1pm - 4:45pm

Telephone

+16082664875

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Friends of the Madison Public Library posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Friends of the Madison Public Library:

Shortcuts

Share