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In recognition of the Friends' and The Library Foundation of Manatee County's commitment to provide advocacy and funding for our Manatee County Libraries, the Board of County Commissioners will be honoring the Friends and the Foundation with a Proclamation at their meeting October 20, 2026, stating October 18-24, 2026 is Manatee County Friends of Libraries Week and urges everyone to join and support their local Friends group and The Library Foundation of Manatee County. The public is welcome to attend the ceremony, Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 9:00 AM, Manatee County Administration Building, 1112 Manatee Ave. West, Bradenton, FL 34205.
Manatee County Property Tax Amendment
Please review the potential impact on our libraries!!
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| ABOUT THE FRIENDS The mission of the Friends of the LWR Library is to raise awareness and appreciation of our library’s services, programs, and resources as well as funds to fill the gaps left by county dollars. An all-volunteer, non-profit organization, the Friends are committed to champion and sustain the Lakewood Ranch Library with funds that will provide lifelong learning and enrichment opportunities for everyone! |
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Located in the lobby area of the Lakewood Ranch Library. Staffed by dedicated Friends volunteers. The Book Nook sales are donation based and support the Friends' mission to provide materials, equipment, programs and services for the Lakewood Ranch Library. Browse our shelves for great bargain prices on gently used hardcover and paperback books. Want to donate books to the Friends Book Nook? Click here. This link will bring you to a Google Form to enter your name, address and contact information. Our materials preparation team will contact you to arrange a pickup at your door. Thank you for supporting the Friends! |
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THANK YOU SPONSORS | THANK YOU TO OUR BUSINESS/COMMUNITY MEMBERS! |
Visit the Manatee County Public Library System for more information.
16410 Rangeland Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211 EIN 83-2152443 A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR THE FRIENDS OF THE LAKEWOOD RANCH LIBRARY (REGISTRATION NO. CH57400) MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com
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