Friends of the Library
The Friends of Mackay Libraries Incorporated are a non-profit group whose members are interested in supporting and encouraging free library services in the Mackay region. They give their time voluntarily to help maintain and extend library services within the community.
The volunteer group formed in 1981. The group currently has around 160 members and are always looking for more help. Friends are welcome to volunteer at any of the branches.
The Friends are divided into a number of groups according to the support they provide such as:
>Internal - assists with shelving
>Home Library (HLS) - delivers items to housebound library members
>Young people - read to young people in hospitals, assists with storytime (link) and school holiday activities (link)
Benefits are:
>Meet like-minded people and enhance your social life
>Keep up-to-date with library happenings
>Participate in activities that make a difference to the library and the local community.
Regular events:
>Quarterly meetings
>Annual general meetings
>Bi-annual book sales
>Friends of Mackay Libraries Christmas Party
How do I become a Friend of Mackay Libraries?
Membership is open to everyone and it's free. For more information about becoming a Friend of Mackay Libraries contact us, ask at your local branch or complete the application form (PDF, 990 KB).