Antioch Celebrates Library Champions During National Friends of Libraries Week

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ANTIOCH, CA — Last week, from October 19 to 25, 2025, libraries across the nation celebrated National Friends of Libraries Week, recognizing the invaluable contributions of volunteer groups that support their local libraries. Here in Antioch, the spotlight shone on the Friends of the Antioch Library, a passionate group of volunteers who work year-round to strengthen and enrich our community library.

The Friends of the Antioch Library tirelessly fundraise to support essential library needs, programs, and resources. Through their dedication, the Friends help fund furniture, books, materials, adult, teen, and children’s programs, community and school initiatives, and other special needs of the library. Their efforts ensure that the library remains a welcoming and vibrant space for all members of the Antioch community.

“National Friends of Libraries Week is the perfect opportunity to thank our Friends for their ongoing commitment and generosity,” said Gloria, a long-time supporter. “Their hard work directly benefits everyone who visits the library—whether they come to read, learn, connect, or explore.”

The Friends’ continued success depends on community support. Becoming an official member or making a donation helps sustain library programs and services throughout the year. Membership and donation dollars directly fund enhancements that keep the library a cornerstone of education and community engagement.

Paid membership includes special benefits such as:

• Early entry to Book Sales
• A quarterly newsletter, BookMark
• Voting privileges within the organization
• Free books from the Book Sale inventory
• Discounted brown book bags during quarterly book sales

Community members can also show their support by shopping at the upcoming Friends of the Antioch Library Book Sale, taking place at the Antioch Library, 501 W 18th St, on the following dates and times:

• Thursday, November 13 – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Members Only)
• Thursday, November 13 – 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. (Open to the public)
• Friday, November 14 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Saturday, November 15 – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Special $7 Brown Bag Sale from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Shoppers will find fantastic bargains—children’s books starting at just 25¢ and adult books starting at only 50¢. All proceeds from the sale directly benefit the Antioch Library’s programs, materials, and special projects.

Community members are encouraged to join, donate, shop, and be part of the Friends’ vital mission to keep the Antioch Library thriving for generations to come.

For more information—or to download a membership application—please visit:
https://linktr.ee/FriendsAntiochLibrary