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Membership in the Friends of the Arlington Heights Memorial Library is open to all individuals in agreement with its purposes.
Arlington Heights residents and non-residents are welcome.
Several membership categories are available: individual, family, patron, life and corporate.
All contributions are tax-deductible.
Membership includes early access to book sale events.
The membership year runs from April 1 to March 31. Applications processed between November 1 and March 31 will be for the following year which begins the next April 1.
If you prefer, you may submit a paper application. Paper applications are also available at the Checkout Desk on the first floor of the library. Instructions for submitting a paper application are printed on the form.
Frequently Asked Membership Questions:
Any questions not answered here? Email ahml.fol@gmail.com
Why should I join the Friends?
Why should I join the Friends?
The Friends supports the library with funding for programs, services and equipment that otherwise would need to be funded from the library’s general budget. These items help to enhance the experience for library visitors.
How much does it cost for a membership?
How much does it cost for a membership?
An individual membership is $5, a family membership is $10, a patron membership is $25 and a life membership is $100.
Who is included in a family membership?
Who is included in a family membership?
Two adults and any children under 18 living in the same household.
What is a Patron membership?
What is a Patron membership?
A Patron membership is a way for members to provide additional support to the library. No extra membership benefits beyond this are included.
What is a Life membership?
What is a Life membership?
A Life membership allows one person to be a member of the Friends for the rest of their life.
How long is a membership good for?
How long is a membership good for?
Our annual membership year goes from April 1 to March 31 the following year. Anyone who renews or joins after October 1st will have their membership extended into the following membership year.
How do I renew?
How do I renew?
The easiest way to renew is on-line. You can find the application form on the Friends portion of the library website. You can also drop off an application in person or mail it in. In person drop off can be done at the Friends room on Monday from 10 am - 7 pm or Wednesday and Friday from 10 am - 4 pm. Applications can also be dropped off in the drop box at the Friends Book Shop on the first floor of the library.
Will I get a renewal notice?
Will I get a renewal notice?
You will get an email reminder to renew in March, unless you have unsubscribed to our electronic communications.
Will I get a renewal notice if I don’t have email?
Will I get a renewal notice if I don’t have email?
Yes, members who have not provided an email address will get a renewal letter in the mail in March.
Can I pay for my membership with a credit card?
Can I pay for my membership with a credit card?
Yes, the on-line renewal process allows you to pay with credit card or PayPal.
What are the benefits of membership?
What are the benefits of membership?
You are helping the Friends enhance programs and services available at the library. As a Friend you are granted access to members only nights at book sales before the general public. In addition, members receive our newsletter with Friends’ updates and sale information, members-only offers, and early notifications about Book Shop specials.
I have a new email address. How can I update my membership information?
I have a new email address. How can I update my membership information?
Please send your updated information to ahml.fol@gmail.com. Put membership update in the subject line.
What is the digital membership card?
What is the digital membership card?
The digital membership card is a pdf file that looks exactly like our paper cards. You can keep it on your phone for your own convenience. Note that the card is not compatible with Apple or Google wallet.
What are the membership card options?
What are the membership card options?
You can have a paper card, digital card or no card. No card simply means you check at the membership desk on the night of member’s sale. We keep track of the details for you.
Why don’t I get the newsletter any more?
Why don’t I get the newsletter any more?
We either don’t have your current email address or you have unsubscribed to our newsletter. Please send your current email address to ahml.fol@gmail.com. Put “Membership Update” in the subject line.
Can I sign up for a membership on the Member’s Night sales?
Can I sign up for a membership on the Member’s Night sales?
Yes, there is a membership desk on all Member’s Night sales.
I have a question that isn’t covered by this list. What should I do?
I have a question that isn’t covered by this list. What should I do?
Send your question to ahml.fol@gmail.com
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