The Friends of the Crete Public Library is a nonprofit 509(a)(2) organization whose purpose is to focus public attention on library services, facilities, and needs. The Friends provide funds to improve the Library collection and sponsor programs, and Friends members also volunteer to help with programs and special projects.
Donations
The Friends accepts a limited amount of donations of used books in good condition, DVDs, and CDs (please no encyclopedias, textbooks, magazines, or videotapes). Limit of ten (10) donated items per person as the Library has limited storage space.
Friends Meeting Dates 2026
All Friends Meetings begin at 6:30 PM.
- January 27, 2026
- February 24, 2026
- March 24, 2026
- April 28, 2026
- May 26, 2026
- June 23, 2026
- July 28, 2026
- August 25, 2026
- September 22, 2026
- October 27, 2026
- November 24, 2026
Friends Membership
Membership is open to everyone at the following levels:
Individual: $10
Family: $15
Sponsor: $25
Corporate: $50
Please fill out our Friends of the Library Membership Form and send it with dues to:
Friends of the Crete Public Library
1177 N. Main Street
Crete, IL 60417
Members are not required to volunteer; however, there are a number of opportunities to get involved. These include helping with book sales and fundraising activities and providing assistance to the Library staff when requested. Members who provide an email address will receive a quarterly e-newsletter.
2025–2026 Friends Officers
| President | Stephen Poku |
|---|---|
| 1st Vice President | Carol Novack |
| 2nd Vice President | Gail Bohnenstiehl |
| Secretary | Somer Snow |
| Treasurer | Kerry Morgan |
| Archivist | David Sieffert |
If you have any questions or comments about the Friends of the Crete Public Library, please contact 🖂 friends@cretelibrary.org.