Friends of the Camarillo Library

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Bookstore Is Temporarily Closed

For anyone who is wondering how long the Friends Bookstore will be closed: The City is being cautious about reopening any part of the Camarillo Library complex during the COVID-19 pandemic, since the courtyard tends to be a gathering place for people. This includes delaying the reopening of the Friends Bookstore and the Giant Steps Café. We support the City's position, since not everyone is being super-cautious about wearing masks and social distancing. We are an all-volunteer organization and our Bookstore staff is made up of seniors, many of whom have underlying conditions that put them at greater risk if they contract the virus. We will reopen when the City and our Board of Directors decide it is safe to do so.

Our policy of not accepting book donations at this time is still in effect. With the Bookstore closed, the shelves stay full. With inventory not moving, we can't accommodate much volume of incoming donations, so we have asked that people hold onto their donations until we reopen. When we have a little free space, we will advertise a few special donation days on our website.

We understand everyone's hope that we reopen soon; we hope so too! We miss our customers and the work we do toward raising funds for the Camarillo Library!

Please stay safe and healthy.

All tours are cancelled for the balance of the year. A new Tours itinerary will be made up for next year as soon as tours can resume.
We are unable to accept book donations until we reopen. Any books left at the Bookstore will regretfully be recycled.
The Blind Date with a Book drawing is postponed until two weeks after we reopen.

Please continue to return to our website at for updated information. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Fun with Friends

In addition to book sales, the Friends of the Camarillo Library also offers fun and adventure.

The Friends also offers domestic and international tours. There is a charge to participate in the tours but Members receive a $15 discount for each domestic tour. The tours are extremely popular and many fill up quickly. If you are interested in a tour, you are advised to reserve your spot earlier rather than later. Can't make the tour? Be sure to check out the free monthly slide presentations of past excursions. Explore the Tours page to see where the Friends will take you!

In partnership with the Camarillo Library, the Friends sponsors many of the monthly programs designed by the Library. There is something for every age and interest! Check out what is happening for free this month on the Library's calendar.

Friends of the Camarillo Library

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Bookstore Is Temporarily Closed

Fun with Friends

Annual Meeting

Tours

Member Appreciation Event