The mission of the Friends is to support the programs and services of the Westfield Athenaeum through fundraising and volunteerism, and to raise the public awareness of the Athenaeum within the local community.

Join us for our annual book sale April 23rd through 25th! Donations will be accepted the weeks of April 6th and 13th. Volunteers are needed for collecting and sorting books, and for the sale itself. Find out more about volunteer opportunities and the sale itself through the link below.

We loved the winners of our logo contest so much that we put them on T-shirts! Order through Bonfire in a range of colors and sizes; proceeds come back to the Friends and support Athenaeum programs and services. 

Now is the time to renew your membership if you have not already done so this year, or to join for the first time.  Membership dues constitute a significant portion of funds raised.  Membership is $10 for individuals, $25 for families, and $50 for patrons, and is valid from September 1 to August 31.  You can join by mailing in the Friends Membership Form with your payment (make checks payable to FOTWA), by submitting the form and payment to the Circulation Desk at the Library, or by using our electronic membership form.  Already a member?  Consider making an additional donation, and encourage friends to join.

Business memberships are also available for $25 (Supporter), $50 (Patron), and $100 (Benefactor).  Business members receive a thank you mention in the Friends quarterly newsletter. E-mail info@friendsofwestath.org if you would like to sign up for a business membership.

Volunteer to help with an event!