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The Friends of the Colusa County Free Library work toward financially supporting and generating community interest in the Library's services, programs, and facilities.
As ambassadors to the community, the Friends believe the library is one of our community's greatest assets as it serves more people in all walks of life than any other institution. |
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"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." ~W.B. Yeats
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Hoopla is an increasingly popular way that Colusa County residents can access eBooks, audiobooks, comics, music, movies, and TV. With hoopla and a valid library card, patrons can borrow, instantly stream, and download dynamic content via hoopla’s mobile app or website.
But this popular service comes with a cost per title accessed. Friends of the Colusa County Library continues to be its source of revenue. $10,000 ensures we can keep Hoopla funded for about one year. Make checks out to. Friends of the Colusa County Library. Mail to P.O. Box 1105, Colusa, CA 95932 Help us reach our $10,000 goal! |
Meet the Author!
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Bob Mills, author of THE LAUGH MAKERS, a Behind-the-Scenes Tribute to Bob Hope's Incredible Gag Writers will join us by Zoom, January 28 at 6:30.
Watch together with us at the Colusa Library, 738 Market St, Colusa, or from home. Zoom link to come! In The Laugh Makers, the author takes us on a side-splitting journey to a long ago era of slapstick sketch comedy that lovingly explores the fascinating world of variety TV's "gag men," those wit-blessed wordsmiths to whom the book pays long-overdue homage. Here is a priceless collection of backstage stories, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and revealingly candid photos that fondly recall a golden age of television that is now but a memory. In this book, you'll meet the talented stars and the gifted writers who helped make their audiences laugh -- and, most important, you'll laugh all over again. Robert L. Mills, a native of San Francisco, served in the Navy after high school and graduated from San Francisco State University in 1962 and the University of California Hastings Law in 1965. He practiced law for ten years before moving to Hollywood to write for television. Mills worked on The Dinah Shore Show and The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts before joining Bob Hope as a staff writer in 1977. He has also written for the Los Angeles Times, and in 1999 he became an enrichment lecturer for Crystal Cruise, performing shows based on his experiences with Hope aboard numerous cruise ships. He lives in Studio City, California, with his wife Shelley. |
Purchase books from Bookshop.org (Friends of the Library earns 10%!)
The Kindle edition is avaialble on Amazon.
The Kindle edition is avaialble on Amazon.
LIFELONG READER'S BOOK CLUB
We meet at The Tap Room, 121 8th St, Colusa, CA from 6:00-7:00 PM. All are welcome!
We earn 10% of all purchases from our affiliate site.
We earn 10% of all purchases from our affiliate site.
The Mighty Red,
by Louise Erdrich.
Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.
Buy a copy from us!
Tom Lake, by Ann Patchett. Monday, May 11. Buy a copy from us!
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Queen Esther, by john Irving.
Monday, Feb. 15, 2026.
Buy a copy from us!
The Loneliness of Sonia & Sunny, by Kiran Desai.
Monday, Sept. 14. Buy a copy from us!
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Flesh, by David Szalay.
Monday, March 9. Buy a copy from us!
The Serviceberry, Abundance & Reciprocity in the Natural World, by Robin Wall Kimmerer.
Monday, October 12. Buy a copy from us!
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A World of Curiosities, by Louise Penny.
Monday, April 13. Buy a copy from us!
On Gold Mountain, by Lisa See
Monday, Nov. 9. Buy a copy from us!
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Contact Cynthia White for more information. 530-458-2227, [email protected]
Shop The Bookworm!
The Bookworm used book store offers a wide selection of adult and teen fiction, children’s books, cookbooks, reference books, self-help books, biographies and travel books, with prices starting at $.50! Special sales occur regularly and may feature a theme, reduced pricing, and other fun surprises- so drop by to find some amazing deals. The proceeds raised from book sales support the Colusa County Free Library.
The BookWorm is staffed entirely by volunteers and is stocked with donations from the community. Donations are tax-deductible and may be dropped off at the BookWorm during our hours of operation.
The BookWorm is staffed entirely by volunteers and is stocked with donations from the community. Donations are tax-deductible and may be dropped off at the BookWorm during our hours of operation.
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You can now purchase new titles from The Bookworm's Bookshop.org page!
The Friends receives 10% of all sales when you purchase through the link to our affiliate webpage. Check it out! |
Become a Member or Renew Your Annual Membership
BECOME A MEMBER or RENEW! We support book purchases, summer reading programs, authors nights, classes and workshops, special programs, historic preservation, newspaper microfilm, and related equipment, public art projects at the library, and other library requests and needs.
We fundraise through the Bookworm used bookstore, Christmas Best Used Books Sale, annual wine tasting event, membership drives, donations, grants, bequests, and other special events.
You'll receive a monthly email about meetings and events, and an invitation to our members-only Christmas Mock-tail and Book Sale.
Click here to become or renew your membership online with a credit card, Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Wallet. Transaction fees apply.
Click here to download a membership form.
We fundraise through the Bookworm used bookstore, Christmas Best Used Books Sale, annual wine tasting event, membership drives, donations, grants, bequests, and other special events.
You'll receive a monthly email about meetings and events, and an invitation to our members-only Christmas Mock-tail and Book Sale.
Click here to become or renew your membership online with a credit card, Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Wallet. Transaction fees apply.
Click here to download a membership form.
The Friends of the Colusa County Free Library have raised more than $300,000 since they organized in 1979. Those funds have strengthened library resources, sponsored cultural and educational programs, and purchased much-needed equipment. Currently, the Friends’ support includes authors evenings, microfilming of local newspapers, monthly collections additions, EBSCO research database, and support for Summer Reading Programs, Hoopla Audiobooks, and special events such as Día de los niños.
Visit the Colusa County Free Library website, find a branch near you, and discover the books, periodicals, literacy support,
and a trove of other resources available.
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In Loving Memory of Peggy Townzen (1942-2025)
Her love for literature was matched only by her unwavering support for anyone seeking comfort and joy in the pages of a book. As a dedicated librarian, a true Friend of the Library, and a passionate community supporter, she gave her heart to the people and stories she cherished most.
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“Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” ~ sage advice from Mr. Roger's mother.
A huge Thank You to our 2025 Helpers who support Friends of the Colusa County Free Library!
A huge Thank You to our 2025 Helpers who support Friends of the Colusa County Free Library!
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Wendy Tyler,
Colusa County CAO
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Central Valley Gas & Storage
Reading Oil Co.
Morning Star Trucking Co.
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Kent Boes, Colusa County Board of Supervisors
Townzen Family Giving Trust
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Henry S. Miller, Jr.
Steidlmayer Law
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Our Wine Tasting Fundraiser was a HUGE success! Thank you to all of the wineries, corporate and individual helpers, attendees, and volunteers! We're stronger together!
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