Membership

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Join the Friends →

Join or Renew Online: See below

On Paper: Print and fill out this form, then mail to or drop off at the Canton Branch

In 2019, the Friends of the Canton Library meets on the first Monday every other month. The meetings are held in the Canton Branch Meeting Room from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm.

The Canton Branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library is one of the first branch libraries in Maryland.  Think about how many people have walked through the doors since 1886 to read, share and learn!  The Friends of the Canton Library is dedicated to continuing this proud tradition and assuring that the library continues to be a vital part of our community. Join other people who love the library and help support this valuable community resource. 

What do the Canton Library Friends do?

  • Raise money to support cultural and educational programs and events for all generations

  • Engage the community and raise awareness of resources, events and programs at the library

  • Volunteer time for special projects and committees

  • Have fun. Enjoy the library events and celebrate the history and future of one of the oldest branch libraries in the country! 

You can make a difference - whether you become an active Friends volunteer or simply want to add your financial support to this important community resource, we welcome you and thank you. It’s simple to join. Just select the annual membership level that’s best for you and make the donation using the button below.  You can also download a membership form and drop it off at/mail it to the library, or find forms located in the lobby's main entrance to be filled out.


Library Friend - $20 per year 

  • Support of local library programs

  • Participate in Friends meetings, events and volunteer activities

  • Receive Monthly Newsletter with alerts about special events


Library Supporter - $50 per year

  • Receive one Canton Cooks Cookbook and one Friends Tote Bag

  • Invitations to special member only events

  • Support of local library programs

  • Participate in Friends meetings, events and volunteer activities

  • Receive Monthly Newsletter


Business Supporter - $150 per year

  • Your company logo on the Friends website

  • Invitations to special member only events

  • Support of local library programs

  • Participate in Friends meetings

  • Receive Monthly Newsletter

  • Receive one Canton Cooks Cookbook or one Canton Friends Tote Bag


Your membership is effective for one calendar year. Upon receipt of your membership donation and information, we will e-mail you to confirm your status, thank you for your generous donation and membership with the Friends, and ask for your preference between a tote bag or a cook book. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting! The Friends of the Canton Library is an IRS Approved 501(c)(3). Membership and donations are tax deductible.