About the Friends

The Friends of the Graves County Public Library is a volunteer organization designed to provide community support for the library system.

We accept donations throughout the year at the library. Donations of more than three boxes must be scheduled for drop off. Please call the library at 270-247-2911 ext. 1. Items not accepted are encyclopedia sets, VHS tapes, magazines, textbooks, & audio cassette tapes.

2025 Book Sales

April 4-5 | September 19-20

Sale hours are:

  • Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
  • Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Preview night for Friend members Thursday 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

Become a Friend

Friend Benefits:

  • Get priority on waiting list items (Hot Spots Not Included)
  • Get a 10-day check out on videos
  • Receive Friends Newsletter
  • Get early access to the book sale preview night before it opens to the public

Membership Levels 

  • Senior $5.00 (Starts at 60 years old)
  • Single $10.00
  • Family $25.00
  • Contributing $50.00-$99.00
  • Benefactor $100
Membership Form

Memorials

The Friends of the Library will record a deceased loved ones name into the library’s permanent “Book of Remembrance” as a lasting tribute to them when you make a monetary donation to the library by filling out a memorial envelope.

Friends Memorial Form

Friends Newsletters