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 Port Angeles Friends of the Library supports library services that encourage community involvement and participation.

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Welcome to our
Friends of the Library
Bookstore!

Whether you're searching for your next great read, a unique gift, or a hidden treasure, we're glad you're here. Every purchase made at our bookstore helps support the Port Angeles Library and the programs, services, and resources that enrich our community.

Our shelves are stocked with a wide variety of gently used books, movies, puzzles, and more, generously donated by community members. By shopping with us, you're not only finding great bargains—you're helping fund library collections, children's programs, author visits, educational events, and other valuable library services.

 

We take special requests! Are you looking for a specific title or subject? How about a specific CD, DVD or Audiobook? Let us know and we’ll hold them for you!


We invite you to browse, discover, and support your library through the Friends of the Library Bookstore. Thank you for helping us keep our library strong and vibrant for generations to come.

Happy reading!

ANNOUNCEMENTS & FEATURES

Sept. 8-16: Blood, betrayal, and royal intrigue—step into the world of the Tudors.

Sept. 17-23: Celebrate the Constitution—the foundation of our freedoms and our nation.

Sept. 24-Oct. 5: Hit the open road—explore the thrill, freedom, and adventure of motorcycles.

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CONTACTS  &  LOCATION

We are located in the lobby of the Port Angeles Library

 

2210 South Peabody St.

Port Angeles, WA 98362

Store Hours:

Monday - Friday  •  10:15 am - 5:30 pm

Saturday  •  10:30 am - 4:00 pm

Phone:

360-417-8500

Store:  Ext. 7754

Work Room:  Ext. 7755

Email:  libraryfriends2@gmail.com

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HISTORY

Port Angeles Friends of the Library (PAFOL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and enhancing the Port Angeles Library. Originally incorporated as the Friends of the Port Angeles Library in 1981, the organization adopted its current name in 1994 and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. PAFOL's work is funded through used book sales, memberships, donations, and a generous bequest from longtime library supporter Douglas M. Redgrave. In 1995, the organization received a very generous donation from the Redgrave Trust to benefit the Port Angeles Library. For more than four decades, PAFOL has helped fund programs and resources that enrich the community. Support from PAFOL makes possible popular library offerings such as summer reading programs, author visits, art activities, and educational programs for children, teens, and adults. The organization also provides annual funding for books and other library materials, and has contributed to special projects, including the purchase of interactive learning boards for the children's library.

Port Angeles Friends of the Library

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CALENDAR

Girl Reaching Books

September 2026

Monday

September 14

10:15-5:30

Tuesday

September 15

10:15-5:30

October 2026

Monday

October 5

10:15-5:30

Tuesday

October 6

10:15-5:30

Wednesday

October 7

10:15-2:00

November 2026

Monday

November 2

10:15-5:30

Tuesday

November 3

10:15-5:30

Wednesday

November 4

10:15-2:00

BOB Sales are held in the Raymond Carver Room

Bag of Books Sale

  • Standard plastic or regular-sized bag filled with books: $5

  • Previously purchased PAFOL bag: $3

  • New large PAFOL logo bag: $8 (fill free)

  •  New small PAFOL logo bag: $6 (fill free)

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Passing Books Around

Book Donations

We gratefully accept donations in the bookstore during business hours. To help us process donations efficiently, we can accept up to two boxes or two bags per donor, per day.

If you have a larger donation, we offer free pickup service.  Contact our bookstore manager to arrange a pick-up.

 

Email  pafolbookstoremanager@gmail.com

Call     360-417-8500 ext. 7755

Acceptable Donations:

  • Up to two boxes or two bags per donor per day.

  • Books in good condition

  • CDs

  • DVDs

  • Audiobooks

  •  Puzzles

We do not accept:

  • Damaged books

  • Highlighted or heavily marked books

  • Textbooks

  • Encyclopedias

  • Diet books

  • Personal journals

  • Yearbooks

  • Technical manuals

  • Medical or health books more than five years old

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SUPPORT

Empower Your Library

Your financial gifts directly fund programs, events, and resources at the Port Angeles Library. Every contribution makes a vital impact in our community. Please click the buttons below to donate today

Create a Timeless Legacy

Your generosity helps the Friends of the Library strengthen our community and support the library for generations to come. There are many meaningful ways to give, including making a charitable gift from your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) or remembering the Friends in your will or estate plan. Whatever you choose, your thoughtful support makes a lasting difference.

Program - Number of Participants

Infant Playgroups – 16 attendees
Family Story Hours – 47 attendees
 

• Art in the Library: Moving the Mail
This was a highly successful program that the Port Angeles Library partnered with North  Olympic Angeles History Center to bring in a local postal history exhibit called Moving the  Mail. The exhibit will remain at PA until October 17. The Art in the Library program that
kicked off the exhibit was well attended and a high point of the month. The library welcomed 55 people to hear Humanities’ Washington speak Feliks Banel who presented the talk "All
Over the Map: Stories Behind the Names of Washington Places and Things."

Adult programming in August offered patrons opportunities for learning, discussion, skill-building, and shared activities:

o Organic Conversations — 7 attendees
o Humanities Washington: How Whiskey Won Washington — 11 attendees
o Quiet Readers Society — 0 attendees
o Jigsaw Puzzle Contest — 29 attendees
o NorthStar Computer Class — 2 attendees
o 4th Wednesday Book Discussion Group — 13 attendees

PAFOL Sponsored Events - August 2026

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VOLUNTEER

Volunteer Opportunities

Love Books?     Love Your Library?     Come Volunteer With Us!

The Friends of the Library Bookstore is looking for enthusiastic booklovers to join our volunteer team!  If you enjoy being surrounded by great reads, helping curious shoppers, and supporting your local library, this is the perfect place for you.   What You’ll Do:

 

  • Greet and assist customers

  • Organize shelves

  • Help keep our cozy bookstore running smoothly

 

Be part of a warm, dedicated community of volunteers.  Whether you can give a few hours a week or just an occasional shift, your time makes a real difference.  No experience needed—just a smile and a love for libraries!  Join us and help keep stories alive in our community!

 

Interested? Click below to download a printable PDF form and bring it in to our bookstore, or call (360) 417-8500 Ext. 7755 to learn more.  We’d love to welcome you to our team!

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PAFOL BOARD

Board of Directors

Patty Hannah – President
Kathy Dobbins – Vice President
Miles Holliman – Treasurer
Tracy Fitzwater – Secretary

Betty Anderson - Bookstore
Marian Birch – Newsletter

Mickey Branham - Bookstore; Storage & Pickups

Bunny Cornwall – Donation Pickup Manager
Yvonne McMillan – Facebook

Judith Morris - Storage

Myrna Schaaf

Contact: libraryfriends2@gmail.com

Bookstore Manager

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