Welcome Friends of the Portland Library

The Friends of the Portland Library proudly support and promote the Portland Library by informing town residents of resources and services the Library provides; by securing materials and sponsoring special projects for the Library; and, by encouraging donations to enhance cultural and educational opportunities afforded to the residents of Portland through the Library.

Books for Babies

Attention Parents of newborns to age 18 months

As your child's first teacher in language and literacy development, the Friends want to support your efforts by offering free “Books for Babies” kits.  

Each kit contains:

 1. Baby board book                    

 2. Baby’s first library card

 3. How to guides:

  • Babies Love Books
  • Babies Need Words Every Day
  • Ways to Create Happy Memories and Help Your Child Learn

 4. Information on how to join the library's "1,000 Books Before Kindergarten" program

 

To receive your free kit, stop by the Portland Library Children's Department or the Portland Town Clerk's office. 

You can also contact Marilyn at atwmsw@sbcglobal.net

 FPL's Annual Fall Book Sale 

Members Preview Friday, Oct 17  3 - 7 pm

Saturday, Oct 18  10am - 2pm

Sunday, Oct 19  10am - noon

at the Portland Library

 

Friday Preview, $10 per bag (books only)

Saturday 10 - 12, $10 per bag (books only)

Saturday 12 - 2, $10 per bag (books & DVDs)

Sunday clearance all items are $3 per bag

($2 per bag for FPL Members)


Items can also be purchased separately


Current FPL Members receive a free FPL tote on 
Members' Night. 

Non-Members may join at the door.

 

2026 Membership Drive in Progress

Please support the Portland Library by joining the FPL or renewing your membership.

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