Friends of Cromaine

Library lovers of every kind are invited to make a difference, for Cromaine Library and for our Hartland community, by joining the Friends of Cromaine! This special 501c3 organization supports Library endeavors through fundraising and events, including quarterly book sales, bake sales, and more. The dedication of the Friends contributes enormously to Cromaine’s annual Summer Concert Series, Summer Reading Challenge, the seed library, toys, activities, and other materials in the Youth department, annual Teen Scholarships, and more!

We invite you to scroll down to learn about Friends memberships, and how you can make an impact as a member of the Friends! 

Friends donations make summer joy and community concerts possible!

Large crowds gather on Cromaine Library's South Lawn for a Summer Concert.

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch: Cromaine District Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends Meetings & Book Sales
Event Details:

Attend a Friends' meeting and learn what the group is working on and how you can help.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Friends Used Book and Bake Sale

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Cromaine District Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Activities, Friends Meetings & Book Sales
Event Details:

Doors open at 10:00 am.  Thousands of books, plus delicious baked goods while supplies last!  Everyone is welcome and Friends memberships are available too!  No registration necessary.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Friends Used Book and Bake Sale

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Cromaine District Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Activities, Friends Meetings & Book Sales
Event Details:

Doors open at 10:00 am.  Thousands of books, plus delicious baked goods while supplies last!  Everyone is welcome and Friends memberships are available too!  No registration necessary.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Friends Used Book and Bake Sale

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Cromaine District Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Activities, Friends Meetings & Book Sales
Event Details:

Doors open at 10:00 am.  Thousands of books, plus delicious baked goods while supplies last!  Everyone is welcome and Friends memberships are available too!  No registration necessary.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Friends Book Sale Free Day

12:00pm–1:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Cromaine District Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Activities, Friends Meetings & Book Sales
Event Details:

Friends of Cromaine Library Free Day!  All remaining items from the Friends Book Sale in the Community Room are available free, this day only!  Bring your own boxes and bags, please.  Friends memberships available, too!  No reg

This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch: Cromaine District Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends Meetings & Book Sales
Event Details:

Attend a Friends' meeting and learn what the group is working on and how you can help.

Book Sale Donations

The Friends are currently accepting donations of used books. We ask that all donations be in good condition. We cannot accept books that are moldy, damaged or dirty. Please bring donations during normal Library business hours, and limit donations to six grocery-sized bags or small boxes.

For larger donations, please contact Liz Welch at (810) 632-5200 x118 to arrange an appointment. 

 

Volunteering with the Friends

The Friends need volunteers for book sales and other programs throughout the year. To learn more about upcoming volunteer needs, email President Sandra Schemke at sschemke@yahoo.com

 

This magical holiday moment was made possible by the Friends of Cromaine Library:

Two children dressed as elves visit Santa in the Youth Program Room at Cromaine Library December 2025