A library outranks any other one thing a community can do to benefit its people. It is a never failing spring in the desert.

Andrew Carnegie

OUR MISSION

Friends Foundation of the Ridgewood Public Library supports the library by raising private donations and managing an endowment that directly funds programs, services, facilities, and emerging needs identified by the library. It works alongside the library to ensure it has the resources to thrive as a community hub for now and generations to come.

We are a group of volunteers who share a love for our award-winning Ridgewood Public Library and a deep commitment to its success.

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Save the Date April 9, 2026 36th Annual Author Luncheon with New York Times Bestselling Author Anna Quindlen, picture of Anna Quindlen and her novel, More Than Enough

SAVE THE DATE! 36th Annual Author Luncheon - April 9, 2026

Save the Date for our 36th Annual Author Luncheon on April 9, 2026 with New York Times Bestselling Author Anna Quindlen

Dec 4

Jean Hanff Korelitz Author Reception

Photo by Michael Avedon Friends Foundation of the Ridgewood Public Library is excited to announce our first event as a new organization! We are welcoming Jean Hanff Korelitz , 𝘕𝘦𝘸 𝘠𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘛𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴 bestselling author of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘭𝘰𝘵, for a reception at the Ridgewood Public Library on Friday, Oct. 24, 6:30-8:30pm. Your $10 ticket will include wine and light fare. Registration is required and seating is limited. Click here to purchase your ticket today! You can also

Oct 13

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We couldn't do what we do without the support of the Ridgewood community. We invite you to explore our website to learn more about who we are and the various ways your generous contributions support the library. Consider donating today to the Friends Foundation of the Ridgewood Public Library.

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Andrew Carnegie

OUR MISSION

LATEST NEWS

SAVE THE DATE! 36th Annual Author Luncheon - April 9, 2026

Jean Hanff Korelitz Author Reception

DONATE TODAY!

We couldn't do what we do without the support of the Ridgewood community. We invite you to explore our website to learn more about who we are and the various ways your generous contributions support the library. Consider donating today to the Friends Foundation of the Ridgewood Public Library.

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