History
The Friends of the Oakton Library was founded in 2001 in response to community enthusiasm for creation of the new branch. The groundbreaking ceremony was held on April 8, 2006, and the Oakton Library opened on Sept. 29, 2007.
Mission
The mission of the Friends of Oakton Library is to support and enhance library resources and services and to foster a strong connection between the library and the local community. As such, we are an incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Accomplishments
Since the Oakton Library opened, the Friends organization has raised funds through the sale of donated books, membership dues and individual monetary donations. These funds have been used to procure additional books, eBooks, audio books, CDs, DVDs and magazine and newspaper subscriptions as well as library furnishings; to support library and community outreach programming and events; and to contribute to the Fairfax Library Foundation. The Oakton Friends also maintain a certified National Wildlife Federation habitat on the grounds of the Library.
Donations
We take up to 3 bags/boxes per day, per donor Place on the green cart beyond the lobby.
Do not leave outside and do not insert into the book return slot.
We can use, in Very Good condition:
- Fiction, Non-Fiction, Puzzles
- Vintage, Children’s, Teen, Tween
- CDs, DVDs, Audio Books
- Recent (since 2016) college and graduate school textbooks
We cannot use:
- VHS or cassette tapes, magazines
- Dated (before 2016) self-help, medical, computer, travel or business
- Encyclopedia sets
- Damaged, soiled, stained, discolored, having odors, mildew or excessive highlighting or writing
Your Donations May Be:
- Added to the FCPL Collection
- Sold in Friends’ book sales
- Given to literacy charities
- Given to other Friends of the Library
Friends Officers
President: Stan Ellis
First Vice President: Marcy Troy
Second Vice President: Jim Blair
Treasurer: Fred Pitman
Secretary: Pat McIsaac