Upcoming Foundation Events
Booked for Lunch Returns with special guest, James Patterson!
Tickets on Sale Now!
Join us on Friday, October 23, 2026 for a luncheon and conversation from 12-1 PM, followed by a book signing.
Click the button below to reserve your seat today. We look forward to sharing this unforgettable afternoon with you while supporting our Manatee County Library system.
Fall Friendraiser Recap: Film Screening at Lakewood Ranch Library
On Friday, November 14, The Library Foundation of Manatee County partnered with WEDU PBS to host a special evening at the Lakewood Ranch Library, featuring a community screening of Free for All: The Public Library.
Guests enjoyed light hors d'oeuvres and drinks before viewing the powerful documentary, which celebrates the essential role libraries play in American life.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in championing our public libraries!
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