The Friends of South Whatcom Library (FoSWL) booksale subcommittee is looking for volunteers willing to meet for two hours (3 - 5 PM) on the 1st Wednesday of the month in the conference room of the South Whatcom Library to: 

    - sort through and pack donated books for use in our book sales 

    - deliver books we can't use to one of the non-profits in town

    - identify books to be placed on special sales 

    - restock the two in-library book carts 

We'd love to have you join us! Contact Deb at hello@swlfriends.org with any questions or sign up using the button below to join us any 1st Wednesday of your choice! 

The Friends of South Whatcom Library (FoSWL) booksale subcommittee is looking for volunteers willing to meet for two hours (3 - 5 PM) on the 1st Wednesday of the month in the conference room of the South Whatcom Library to: 

    - sort through and pack donated books for use in our book sales 

    - deliver books we can't use to one of the non-profits in town

    - identify books to be placed on special sales 

    - restock the two in-library book carts 

We'd love to have you join us! Contact Deb at hello@swlfriends.org with any questions or sign up using the button below to join us any 1st Wednesday of your choice! 

We invite you to join us at the library and enjoy activities organized by the Friends of the South Whatcom Library.

BOOK SALE
Find your next great read!
10:00 AM-6:00 PM

KIDS’ ACTIVITIES
After-school children's activities, including
face painting, temporary tattoos and a craft table
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
 

Libraries all across the country will celebrate Library Giving Day on Wednesday, April 1. You can help the Whatcom County Library Foundation reach its goal of raising $15,000 to help keep our local libraries resilient. Please consider making a donation of any size on April 1 to support library programs and services.

Thank you for considering a gift in support of local libraries on Library Giving Day. 

The Friends of South Whatcom Library (FoSWL) booksale subcommittee is looking for volunteers willing to meet for two hours (3 - 5 PM) on the 1st Wednesday of the month in the conference room of the South Whatcom Library to: 

    - sort through and pack donated books for use in our book sales 

    - deliver books we can't use to one of the non-profits in town

    - identify books to be placed on special sales 

    - restock the two in-library book carts 

We'd love to have you join us! Contact Deb at hello@swlfriends.org with any questions or sign up using the button below to join us any 1st Wednesday of your choice! 

Join us for a hands-on learning experience that celebrates El Salvador’s most iconic art, the colorful folk art of Fernando Llort. In this program, WCLS Hispanic Cultural Liaisons, Diana and Amelia, will discuss how Llort's use of vibrant colors and the naïve art style captures the beauty of Salvadoran culture, nature, and everyday life. 

Guided by Diana and Amelia, each attendee will paint one small wooden piece in the naïve folk style. All materials are provided. No prior experience is required.

This adult program is suitable for ages 16 and older and will be presented in both English and Spanish.

Space is limited; registration is required. This event will take place in Sudden Valley Community Center's Multi-Purpose Room A. 

Acompáñanos para una experiencia de aprendizaje que celebra el arte más icónico de El Salvador, el colorido arte popular de Fernando Llort. En este programa analizaremos cómo el uso de colores vibrantes y el estilo artístico naíf de Llort capturan la belleza de la cultura salvadoreña, la naturaleza y la vida cotidiana. Guiados por las Enlaces Culturales Hispanas de WCLS, Diana y Amelia, cada participante pintará una pequeña pieza de madera en estilo de arte naíf. Se proporcionarán todos los materiales y no se requiere experiencia previa. Este programa para adultos es adecuado para mayores de 16 años y se presentará en inglés y español.

El espacio es limitado y es necesario inscribirse. Este evento se llevará a cabo en el Multi-Purpose Room A del Centro Comunitario de Sudden Valley.

The Friends of South Whatcom Library (FoSWL) booksale subcommittee is looking for volunteers willing to meet for two hours (3 - 5 PM) on the 1st Wednesday of the month in the conference room of the South Whatcom Library to: 

    - sort through and pack donated books for use in our book sales 

    - deliver books we can't use to one of the non-profits in town

    - identify books to be placed on special sales 

    - restock the two in-library book carts 

We'd love to have you join us! Contact Deb at hello@swlfriends.org with any questions or sign up using the button below to join us any 1st Wednesday of your choice! 

The Friends of South Whatcom Library (FoSWL) booksale subcommittee is looking for volunteers willing to meet for two hours (3 - 5 PM) on the 1st Wednesday of the month in the conference room of the South Whatcom Library to: 

    - sort through and pack donated books for use in our book sales 

    - deliver books we can't use to one of the non-profits in town

    - identify books to be placed on special sales 

    - restock the two in-library book carts 

We'd love to have you join us! Contact Deb at hello@swlfriends.org with any questions or sign up using the button below to join us any 1st Wednesday of your choice! 

Join us at the South Whatcom Library for our annual Patron Appreciation Day sweet potluck! Bring a baked treat to contribute or just enjoy the hot cider and goodies outside of the library; we would love to see you. 

This Patron Appreciation Day is hosted by the Friends of the South Whatcom Library in recognition of our wonderful community of engaged readers this holiday season.

Join us for "Books & Bakes: A Holiday Sale for a Good Cause"! Browse a collection of gently used books and pick up some festive holiday cookies, all while supporting Friends of the South Whatcom Library. It's the perfect opportunity to find new reading material and holiday inspiration, with all proceeds benefiting library programs and services. Don't miss out on this cozy, book-filled event!

Are you one of our amazing volunteers? We will be looking for folks who can bake for this event. If you would be interested in being one of our bakers, please click on the button below to sign up, or you can email hello@swlfriends.org for more details. Thank you!

The Friends of South Whatcom Library (FoSWL) booksale subcommittee is looking for volunteers willing to meet for two hours (3 - 5 PM) on the 1st Wednesday of the month in the conference room of the South Whatcom Library to: 

    - sort through and pack donated books for use in our book sales 

    - deliver books we can't use to one of the non-profits in town

    - identify books to be placed on special sales 

    - restock the two in-library book carts 

We'd love to have you join us! Contact Deb at hello@swlfriends.org with any questions or sign up using the button below to join us any 1st Wednesday of your choice! 

It’s Giving Tuesday! Join in the worldwide movement with the goal of strengthening communities through your financial support. Your donation to the Friends of the South Whatcom Library on Giving Tuesday will help our library continue to offer interactive and educational events for all ages! Our library is open and welcoming to all, and we love seeing how our efforts contribute to our Glenhaven, Geneva, and Sudden Valley communities. Thank you for being part of that joy! Please click on that red “Donate” button at the top of the page to make your contribution today!

The Friends plan activities that support the library, and South Whatcom has a fantastic group of Friends! Guests are always welcome.

The Board meets monthly on the third Monday in the South Whatcom Library meeting room (10 Barnview Court). Please note that the library is closed on Mondays, and only the meeting space will be available.

For more information, please email hello@swlfriends.org or visit their website: swlfriends.org.

We would love to see you there.

Join us at the South Whatcom Library for a watercolor painting course taught by local artist Annika Sheck. Each session will build upon the last as attendees learn the fundamentals and work on their projects. Bring your eagerness for creative expression — everything else will be provided! This program is for young people ages 9-14. Update: registration is full but you can be added to the waitlist!

This series is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the South Whatcom Library.

Registration is required as spots are limited. 

Dates & Times:

4:30pm - 6:00pm, Thursday, Oct 23 2025
4:30pm - 6:00pm, Thursday, Oct 30 2025
4:30pm - 6:00pm, Thursday, Nov 6 2025
4:30pm - 6:00pm, Thursday, Nov 13 2025

Join the Friends of the South Whatcom Library and the Sudden Valley Garden Club at the library on October 18th between 11:00am and 2:00pm and enjoy hot apple cider and an autumn doughnut on us while you pick up a bag of daffodil bulbs to plant in your yard or deck planter for lovely spring blooms!