Join us in our efforts to support and enrich our local library.
Thank you for checking out the Friends of the East Troy Lions Public Library. We hope you will join us in the efforts of sustaining our Public Library for all ages.
Who are the Friends?
We are book lovers, information seekers, readers, listeners, music and movie buffs. We are young and old, with varying interests and backgrounds. We treasure ideas and value the public library as a vital community resource. We all believe the East Troy Lions Public Library stands to serve the whole community. The Friends are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization formed to enhance and improve library services to its community.
2025 FOETLPL Board
On April 4th, 2025 the following were elected to the FOETLPL Board of Directors:
President Claudia Felske
Vice-President Lori Masset
Secretary Julie Smith
Treasurer Signe Emmerich
Directors Judy McFarlane
Cathy Hinrichs
Roberta Zess
Library Board Liaison Santa Consiglio
Events
Friends of the Library Events:
Play Series - Nov. 7-9, 14-16 Details coming soon!
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Library Board of Trustees Meeting 2nd Tuesday of the month at 4:15 pm (Municipality meeting)
Meeting of the Friends of the Library
Location: Lower Level, East Troy Lions Library
General Membership meeting are held 4 times a year.
What's happening at the Library:
Hands on Science 2nd Monday of the month 3:30 PM
Geared towards: Ages 5-18 Registration by 1st Monday of month
Series Sampler Book Club 3rd Monday of the month, 3:30 PM
Geared towards: Ages 9 - 13
Location: Lower Level
Adult Book Club 2nd Tuesday of the month 1:00 PM
2nd Friday of the month 1:30 pm
Writer's Workshop 3rd Tuesday of the month, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Geared towards: Adults & Teens
Location: Lower Level
Lego Club Every Wednesday, 3:15 PM
Type: Children
Location: Lower Level
Teen/Tween - Open Games First Thursday, 3:15
-Create 2nd Thursday, 3:15 pm
- Open Games 3rd Thursday, 3:15 pm
- Trivia and Tasting 4th Thursday, 3:15 pm
- Black Light Painting 5th Thursday3:15pm
Geared towards: Ages 11-18
Location: Lower Level
Preschool Play Group, Thursdays, 10:00-11:30 am
Bring your little ones to play with other children while you socialize with other caregivers.
Preschool Storytime, Fridays, 11:00 am
Geared towards: Ages 4 and under Children with caregiver Location: Lower Level
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The East Troy Lions Public Library is located at 3094 Graydon Ave. in East Troy, Wisconsin.
The library is one block north of Main Street at the intersection of Graydon Ave. and West St
Hours
Monday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Closed Sundays
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https://www.easttroy.lib.wi.us/
Check out all the programs available at the library on their website. There is something for everyone and every age group!
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What we do:
We raise funds for variety of programs and services that benefit library users of all ages. From early childhood to adults, our programs and resources are designed to meet the needs of our community. We also support the library's collections and facilities, helping to ensure that everyone has access to the resources they need to succeed.
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Click here for a membership application.
With your time, talent, and/or treasure, we are able to assist the Library as our community resource center!
Membership levels:
$10.00 Annual Membership (May 1st to April 30th)
$100.00 Lifetime Membership
Thank you for your commitment to the FOETLPL!
Keep in mind that the Friends’ modest annual membership fee helps support an impressive array of services that exist only due to The Friends’ funding:
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Educational and entertaining programs for both children and adults
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Summer Reading Program for children and adults
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Equipment as needed.
What the Friends fund:
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Reading program incentives
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Summer family performances
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New Technology purchases that fall outside of the regular budget
In particular, the Friends provide the funds for the Explorer Passes that allow library patrons to attend places like the Zoo and Art Museum, Wisconsin Historical Society sites, the East Troy Museum, and several other venues. ​
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New furniture purchased for community room
We Fundraise:
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Annual Play performances
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Book Sales
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Friends of the Library Book Bags
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Memorial Day Book & Bites Sale
Fundraising Initiatives
Book Drives & Reading Programs
Support our book drives and reading programs to promote literacy and learning in our community.
Library Renovation Projects
Contribute to our library renovation projects to create a modern and welcoming space for all visitors.
Annual Play Performances
Get involved in our fundraising events programs to inspire and empower the next generation of readers and learners.
Library Friends need you!
​Donate and Help Make a Difference
Do you enjoy the Library and want to help fund programs?
Want to volunteer your time? Have some experience with public libraries, book sales, marketing or education? We could use someone like you!!!
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Donate books and media for our annual Book Sale
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Volunteer your time for special events & fundraising
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Contribute your talent and enthusiasm to ensure the East Troy Lions Public Library remains a vital resource in our community
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Consider a Charitable bequests
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