Each of the seven Friends of Manatee Library groups supports the growth and development of library services and events. Click one of the links below to find out more information about the different membership levels and volunteer opportunities.
In addition, the Library Foundation, Inc. encourages support of the library in order to fund those services not available through traditional tax-base funding.

Friends of the Central Library
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1301 Barcarrota Boulevard West
Bradenton, FL 34205
941-748-5555 ext. 6325
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Friends of the Braden River Library
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4915 53rd Avenue East
Bradenton, FL 34203
941-727-6079

Friends of the Lakewood Ranch Library
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Friends of the Island Library
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5701 Marina Drive
Holmes Beach, FL 34217
941-778-6341

Palmetto Friends of the Library
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923 6th Street West
Palmetto, FL 34221
941-722-3333

Friends of the Rocky Bluff Branch Library
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6750 US Highway 301 North
Ellenton, FL 34222
941-723-4821

Friends of the South Manatee Library
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6081 26th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34207
941-755-3892