Friends of the Library

The Friends of the Alamosa Public Library are now accepting submissions to the 14th edition of its literary and art collection, Messages from the Hidden Lake.

This literary and art collection is produced by Friends of the Alamosa Public Library. It showcases work by Colorado authors and artists. Creative writers and artists of all ages may submit pieces for the volume, to be published in the Spring.

13 Editions of the “Messages from the Hidden Lake” Literary book are now available. To be a part of the new 14th edition of our literacy and art collection click here

Flyer Messages from the Hidden Lake 2022 2023 14th edition

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING

The Friends meet the third Tuesday of each month, in the Library’s Local History Room.

Volunteering

Application Form

To join Friends of the Library, return the application form to Alamosa Public Library with appropriate dues. You will receive a yearly membership card which gives you 20% discount on purchases at the book sales and late fees on your library account are forgiven.

The Friends always need good volunteers to help with hauling or unpacking boxes, setting up tables, sorting, shelving, advertising and book collection, or recycling.

Volunteer opportunities:
Ride the Book Bike
Book sales
Little Free Library
Book Nook
Volunteer in the Library
Book collection & sorting
Literary & art collection “Messages from the Hidden Lake” committee
Repurpose Library Craft Days
Read at Evergreen Nursing Home
StoryWalk

Book Sale News

Visit the Friends of the Library Book Nook located inside the library. The Library hours: Mon. – Fri. 9-6 p.m. and Saturday 10-2 p.m.

See schedule below for other sale dates.

We are accepting larger donations by appointment: call Allyn at 719-588-9410. Drop off will be at the Friends of the Library’s “Spines” building. Small donations (up to 20 books) can be taken to the Library (call 719-589-6592).

2022 Book Sale Schedule

Schedule subject to change

May 7, 2022 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

June 4, 2022 9 am. to 2 p.m.

July 2, 2022 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Aug. 6, 2022 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sept. 3, 2022 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Oct. 1, 2022 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Call Allyn Lewis 719-588-9410 to make an appointment to Shop or deliver donations at ‘Spines’.

Sale Location and Parking

The Friends sale shed is located north of the Alamosa Post Office and just west of the new skate board area at Cole Park.

From 3rd Street, turn north into the alley between the post office and Pro-Clean and then look to the right.

From 2nd Street, turn south in either of the 2 alley entrances and then look to the left.

Parking near the shed is usually available unless there is a big event in the park.