Our purpose is to promote and enhance the services provided by the Oshawa Public Libraries through activities involving fundraising, advocacy, and our volunteers.
2025 Book Sale Dates:
Giant Book Sale
Thursday, November 6, 9:30 am to 7:30 pm
Friday, November 7, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Saturday, November 8, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Ramp access to the book sale is available on the west side of the building (Queen St.). The book sale can also be accessed after entering through the Library through the Children's department, with a few (stair) steps down to enter the Auditorium.
2026 Book Sale Dates:
Spring Reads Book Sale - Thursday, April 16 to Saturday, April 18
Fundraising
The Friends of the Library operates used book sales usually twice a year in the auditorium of the McLaughlin branch. Upcoming sales will be posted on the library website.
Throughout the year, a selection of used books and magazines for sale can be found at all four branches. Customers can choose a book and donate to the Library through the Friends. No contribution is too small!
Donating Books to the Friends of the Library
| You can drop off your donations to the McLaughlin Branch during our building construction project. |
Book donations can be dropped off at the south Shipping and Receiving entrance of the McLaughlin Branch, 65 Debwewin Miikan (formerly Bagot Street), during regular business hours. The Shipping and Receiving doors are locked. Please use the call button so staff can remotely unlock the door, giving you access to the dedicated donations shelving.
Volunteer Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in the Friends of the Library. This page will be updated when new volunteer opportunities become available.
Cinefest Durham
Cinefest Durham has been bringing quality Canadian and International films to the Durham Region since 1995.
All profits go to fund special projects for Oshawa Public Libraries. For the 2025 showings, visit oshawalibrary.ca/cinefest.
To receive reminders before each showing, email us at: cinefest@oshawalibrary.on.ca