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Moorpark
Friends of the Library
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About Us
"The Circle of Giving"
Without you, there is no "us."
Your membership, monetary donations, bequests, donations of books, purchases at the bookstore, volunteer skills, and participation in special events provide the financial support for the programs and activities of the Moorpark City Library.
The circle is completed when you, the community, enjoy the exciting and innovative programs provided for Moorpark's children, young adults, and adults.
MFOTL History
A 100+ Year Legacy
In 1910, the Moorpark Women’s Fortnightly Club (MWFC) purchased land on Charles Street from Mr. M.L. Wicks to build a clubhouse, with the stipulation that it would include a library. Mr. Wicks also donated 100 books to start the Moorpark Library. This was an extraordinary achievement by members of a “farming” community, without assistance from large charitable organizations such as the Carnegie Foundation.
What We Do
Serving Moorpark
MFOTL works closely with the City, the Library, schools, and other Moorpark charitable organizations not only to promote literacy and a deep love of learning, but also to engender enthusiasm, excitement, and fun in the process.
Over the years, MFOTL has steadily increased funding for:
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Book clubs and reading programs at every level
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Introduction to new technologies
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Creative arts
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Hosting guest authors
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Annual community events, such as the Country Days Parade, Apricot Festival, Earth Festival, and the Kids' Fest
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Publicizing to focus the attention and interest of the public on the services of the library, as well as upon its needs
Continued support from local members of the community like you makes this possible.
Awards and Recognitions
Moorpark
Chamber of Commerce Community Awards
2025
Active Adult of the Year
Non-Profit of the Year
Be Our Guest!
Do you know that anyone may attend a meeting of the MFOTL Board of Directors?
The fact has often been announced at various times in our bimonthly newsletters, but we want to make sure everyone knows how and when to do it.
Who: You and others who might be interested in joining us.
When: The 3rd Tuesday of every other month, beginning in January, starting at 2 p.m.
Where: Conference Room, Ruben Castro Human Resources Facility, 612 Spring Road, Moorpark, CA 93021
We warmly welcome you to learn more about what MFOTL does to support the Moorpark City Library, especially as we move forward to our beautiful new library!
How to Attend:
Pick your desired date and notify the Board President at MFOTLpresident@gmail.com three days before that day to receive attendance information.
The six meetings in 2026 are scheduled for:
January 20 * March 17 * May 19 * July 21 * September 15 * November 17
Moorpark Friends of the Library Board of Directors
Bernadette McDowell - President
Rosalie Barili - Vice President
Christine White - Secretary
Kim Spencer - Treasurer
Lori Preciado - Fundraising
Diana Fowler - Bookstore
Lou Langkusch - Membership
Eleanor Villanueva - Website
Dona Pugh - Parliamentary Consultant
Linda Goble - Member-At-Large
Ellen Blunt - Member-At-Large
Mailing Address
Moorpark Friends of the Library
P.O. Box 452
Moorpark, CA 93020
Location
Moorpark City Library
699 Moorpark Ave.
Moorpark, CA 93021
General Questions
Interested in volunteering? Please visit our Volunteer Page