Friends in the News


  • Trivia Night Draws Crowd, Raises Nearly $500 for Library
    The Friends of the Scotch Plains Public Library hosted a sold-out Trivia Night, drawing over 50 community members for an evening of fun and friendly competition. Across two games and six themed categories, teams battled it out for bragging rights — and raised nearly $500 for the library in the process. Visit scotchplainsfriends.org to learn more and get involved.
  • Friends Ring in 2025 with a Puzzle & Game Sale
    The Friends of the Scotch Plains Public Library raised over $650 at their January 31 puzzle and game sale! Funds go directly to library programs, including the Summer Reading Program and Museum Pass Program.
  • Friends Host Sparkling Jewelry Sale
    The Friends of the Scotch Plains Public Library hosted a successful Jewelry Sale on December 6, attracting a large crowd and raising over $5,000 for library programs. The event showcased a diverse range of donated jewelry, creating a social atmosphere and emphasizing the Friends’ dedication to enhancing community resources and library initiatives.
  • Volunteer Appreciation Highlights Friends of the Scotch Plains Library Friendsgiving
    The Friends of the Scotch Plains Library hosted their second annual Friendsgiving Potluck, bringing together members for homemade dishes, warm conversation, and community celebration. The event also honored Kurt and Diane Horning with the organization’s first Volunteer Appreciation Award, recognizing their dedication and service to the Scotch Plains community overall.
  • Friends Host Happy Hour
    The Friends of the Scotch Plains Library hosted a successful Happy Hour fundraiser on October 24, raising over $300 for library programs and services. The event united community members in a relaxed atmosphere, fostering connections and promoting support for the library’s initiatives, highlighting community spirit and future engagement opportunities.