Friends of the New Providence Memorial Library

The Friends of the New Providence Memorial Library is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to raise awareness and funds, as well as advocate for, the New Providence Memorial Library. 

The Friends' sponsorship includes:

• the Sunday Concert Series 
• the Museum Pass program
• movie licenses to allow the library to screen feature films
• special events and programming for all ages
• funding for improvements such as furniture, artwork, shelving

Additionally, the Friends organize the Annual Craft Fair and curate the library's gallery space. 

To become a Friend of the New Providence Memorial Library, make a contribution in one of two ways:

• Donate to Friends of NPML via PayPal!  You don't need a PayPal account to give.
• Print the donation page, then mail it and a check to: Friends of the New Providence Memorial Library, 377 Elkwood Ave., New Providence, NJ 07974. Or hand the envelope to staff at the library's front desk.

In addition, when you shop the Friends' AmazonSmile page, Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the Friends of the New Providence Memorial Library.

The Executive Board is always looking for volunteers.  For more information, send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The Friends of the Library curate the exhibits. To inquire about exhibiting your art or craft work, please send an email to Art Curator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with a description of your work, or fill out the online application form.

To learn more about the Friends' activities, check the list of Friends-sponsored events below and follow us on Facebook.