"A library outranks any other one thing a community can do for its people." -Andrew Carnegie

The Friends of the Beaumont Library District is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Beaumont, California. We provide funds to the Beaumont Library District for programming and materials.

Ways to Support the Friends of the Beaumont Library District

Shop the Friends Bookstore

Whether you're hunting for a weekend read or popping in after work, the Friends of the Beaumont Library District bookstore is here for you. Browse our gently used books, DVDs, audiobooks, and kids’ books Tuesday through Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 AM and again from 3 to 6 PM, and stop by Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 2 PM. We're closed Mondays and Sundays.

Every book you find supports our local library, so your next favorite story helps the whole community. Want to do even more? Become a Friends member and help us keep the library thriving.

Friends Bookstore Hours

125 E 8th St., Beaumont, CA 92223

• Monday: Closed
• Tuesday-Friday: 9:30-11:30 AM and 3-6 PM
• Saturday: 9:30 AM-2 PM
• Sunday: Closed

Upcoming Sales and Events

Watch for seasonal book sales and special events at the Friends Bookstore. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for the latest dates.

Become a Friend

Friends members help fund library programs and materials for the whole Beaumont community, and enjoy 50% off at the Friends Bookstore, year round. Membership tiers are:

• Individual: $10
• Family: $25
• Patrons: $100
• Lifetime Members: $250
• Lifetime Members with name plaque recognition on the Friends Donor Wall: $500+

View membership benefits and join the Friends.

We can't wait for you to be our friend!

Donate Books and Make a Gift

Book donations: We welcome donations of books and media for the Friends Bookstore sales. Drop off your donations in the green donation bin near the library’s California Avenue entrance (see photo below).

Monetary donations, endowments, and bequests: Monetary gifts may be made by cash or check, mailed to Friends of the Beaumont Library District, 125 E 8th Street, Beaumont, CA 92223. You can also send funds electronically through PayPal to friendsofthebld@gmail.com. Please email us with any questions.

Endowment Fund: In July 2000, the Friends of the Beaumont Library District set aside $5,000 to start an endowment fund for the Beaumont Library District. The fund is kept permanently and invested to create income that benefits the library.

Please remember the Friends of the Beaumont Library District when you wish to honor, gift, or memorialize a friend or loved one.

Connect with Us

Sign up for the quarterly Friends of the Library newsletter!

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