On May 21, 2026 the Friends held a ribbon cutting for our new mural in the children's area entitled Water for Everyone. It was painted by muralist Rhiannan Sibbald and represents the wildlife and activities that children would likely see in and around Reeds Lake. Rhiannan noted that in doing her research for the mural at Reeds Lake, she realized the lake is for everyone, just like the library is for everyone.

Our Spring Used Book Sale over the weekend of March 27-29 was a great success. We want to thank all of our volunteers, as well as Trader Joe's, for their generosity in providing bags.

The Friends Board of Directors has contracted with muralist Rhiannan Sibbald to create a new mural in the children's area. You can see a sample of Rhiannan's work here:

Thanks to all of our volunteers, we had another successful November used book sale. We would especially like to thank the local stores who generously donated bags: Fresh Thyme, D&W, and Aldis.

Have any books gathering dust, but don’t have the time to haul them away? The Friends of the EGR Library (FOTL) is offering a new, free service: Mobile Book Donation. We’ll come to your house and deliver your books straight to the library, where they’ll be donated to FOTL’s Corner Book Shop, eBay store, or our bi-annual used book sale. We’ll even pack your books for you! All proceeds benefit the East Grand Rapids Library. Please contact Bona Van Dis at bona@vandis.co to set

The EGR Library Friends recently updated its Little Free Library (LFL) in John Collins Park. It is located at the north entrance to the...

EGR Library Friends Board Director Kyle Watson worked with local artist Reb Roberts to create a new art installation in the Library....