We are Friends of
Johnson County Library
Friends of Johnson County Library is a member-supported nonprofit organization promoting community awareness and participation in library services. We serve as library advocates, raise supplemental funds, and promote literacy and lifelong learning.
Great Friends make great libraries! Great libraries make your community a great place to live!
Friends Pop-Up Book Sales
Find great deals on gently-used books! Fantastic quality and popular titles every Thursday, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, and Saturdays, 11:30 am – 5:00 pm.
The funds we raise from your book purchases and your membership support library collection development, Summer Reading, Incarcerated Services, staff education, and much more.
Items for sale!
Prices starting at just a quarter!
All Friends members receive 20% off of their purchase. Join now!
All Sales Located at Friends Headquarters:
8279 Melrose Drive, Lenexa, KS 66214
Book Donations
Do you have gently used books to donate to the Friends?
We hold Drive-up Donation Events every Saturday (except during inclement weather).
Volunteers will be available to accept your donations on Saturdays from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at Friends Headquarters – 8279 Melrose Dr., Lenexa, KS 66214.
Car Donations
Selling a car is good, but donating a car is better! We handle the pick-up, sale, and paperwork all for free. Plus, vehicle donations are tax-deductible. We accept cars, trucks, boats, RVs, and more and provide free pick-up.
Shop our Online Used Book Stores!
Need to shop online – but still want to support the Friends? Check out our selections on Amazon, Ebay, or Abe Books!
Amazon
Shop our Amazon storefront!
Ebay
Over 3,500 items available to browse on Ebay!
abe Books
Do you love vintage books? Shop our specialty selection!
This week`s used book sales on both Thursday and Saturday will showcase books about sports! ⚾🏈🎳
𝗨𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀:
Thursday, May 16, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Saturday, May 18, 11:30 am – 5:00 pm
8279 Melrose Dr., Lenexa, KS
🐯 Children`s/YA: 25¢ – $1.00
💥 Graphic Novels: $3.00
📚 Adult: $2.00 – $3.00
💿 CDs: 5 for 50¢
🎮 DVDs + Video Games: $1.00
🎧 Audiobooks: $2.00
🧩 Some items will be priced as marked, including puzzles, display books, and Caldecott books.
Are you passionate about literacy, lifelong learning, and the Johnson County Library – KS? Want to become more involved in your community? Look no further!
Here are some reasons why you should become a Friend of Johnson County Library:
🌟 As a Friend, you’ll be part of a vibrant community committed to supporting and promoting Johnson County Library.
📖 We’re not just bookworms; we’re library advocates! By joining us, you’ll help raise awareness about the vital role libraries play in our lives.
💰 The Friends of Johnson County Library are the single largest donor to the library.
📚Who doesn’t love a good book deal? Our pop-up book sales offer fantastic quality and popular titles at bargain prices. (Plus, all Friends members get an extra 20% off!)
📚 Got gently used books lying around? Donate them to the Friends! We hold Drive-up Donation Events every Saturday (except during inclement weather). Your books will find new homes and support library programs.
🚗 Selling a car? Consider donating it to us! We handle the pick-up, sale, and paperwork—all for free. Plus, vehicle donations are tax-deductible.
Remember, great libraries make your community a great place to live! Join the Friends of Johnson County Library today and be part of something truly special.
Become a Friend today at www.friendsofjcl.org/join – or ask one of our Friendly volunteers at one of our Thursday or Saturday book sales!
The bookshelves in our former Friends Bookstore at Blue Valley are busy holding books again as the Librarians prep for the Summer Reading free book giveaway!
Happy Mother`s Day to all of our Mom-Friends! 💐