The Mission of the Friends of the Thousand Oaks Library is to increase the awareness of, raise funds for, and actively assist the Thousand Oaks Library and its branch(s) to promote learning, literacy, and cultural knowledge via materials, programs, and services made available to the community. The Friends of the Thousand Oas Library is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization. Your donation is tax-deductible in the amount that exceeds the value of benefits to you as a member.

Upcoming Events

  • Sat
    01
    Mar
    2025

    Children’s Read Across America Book Sale

    11am to 1pmNewbury Park Library

    Learn more

  • Sun
    02
    Mar
    2025
    Sat
    08
    Mar
    2025

    Read Across America Week

    Organized by the National Education Association (NEA), this week-long event is dedicated to fostering a love for books and promoting literacy. It’s not just about reading—it’s about discovering the transformative power of stories and connecting with diverse voices from around the world.

  • Sun
    23
    Mar
    2025

    Los Angeles Vintage Paperback Collectors Show

    9am to 4pm
  • Sun
    06
    Apr
    2025
    Sat
    12
    Apr
    2025

    National Library Week

    National Library Week, April 6-12, 2025, is a celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities. The first National Library Week was observed in 1958 with the theme "Wake Up and Read!"

  • Sun
    27
    Apr
    2025

    One City One Book Author Event at the Civic Arts Plaza

    Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza

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National Friends of the Library Week – October 20-26, 2024

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Help Us Support Your Local Library System

Friends of the Thousand Oaks Library offers several ways for you to contribute!

Volunteer

Volunteers are the backbone of our organization. They make possible our many endeavors and allow us to maximize our gifts to the Thousand Oaks Library.

Buy Used Books

Used books are sold online at Amazon and on eBay, and daily at both libraries in the Friends’ Bookshop. We regularly hold special overstock and cart sales.

Donate

Donate your used books and other media to us for our Friends’ Bookshop, or make a financial contribution to our Endowment Fund.

Library Support in Fiscal 2023-2024