Friends of the York County Library

The Friends of the York County Library is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) volunteer organization formed in 1975 to provide advocacy and financial support for the York County Library. The Friends raise funds via memberships and through sales at library branches, online, at the organization’s bookstore, Friends Books on Main, and other local sites.

The D-Shift Trials: Courage, Coverup and Corruption
Monday, August 10, 2026

York County Library
138 East Black St
Rock Hill, SC 29730

Meet and Greet Stephen Turner
2:30 pm -4:00 pm

Author Talk and Q & A with Stephen Turner
5:30 pm–6:30 pm

Enjoy an evening chat with Stephen as he discusses his new book, The D-Shift Trials: Courage, Coverup and Corruption. In this book, Turner tells the stories of a turbulent period in Rock Hill’s history, 1974-1980, with the local police department.

There will be a Q&A session as well as an opportunity to chat with Stephen as he signs copies of his books, which will be available for sale. Turner also authored Bleachery: Rock Hill’s Greatest Business Enterprise and A Different History: African Americans at the White Homestead, Rock Hill, SC, 1838-1870.

Registration for the Author Talk is preferred, and you can register here online or email yorkcountyfriendsofthelibrary@gmail.com. Use this link for more information about the meet and greet.

Children’s Books Sale at Friends Books on Main !!!!

Hundreds of children’s picture and chapter books will be on sale for $1 each at Friends Books on Main, beginning May 14, 2026. This is a great opportunity for teachers and parents to stock classroom and home libraries.

Many other children’s books are priced at $2 and up. Come early for the best selection!

The Rock Hill Library has Reopened !!

Great news! The Rock Hill library has reopened. You can now explore the upgrades firsthand.

City Hall No Longer Available for Book Donations

Please note that the donation bin at City Hall will no longer be available and book donations will again be accepted at the Main Library beginning April 13, 2026.

Our Projects

The funds raised by the Friends support a variety of library programs. Follow this link for more information about specific projects.

Become a Friend

Annual memberships start at $10 for students, $15 for individuals and $25 for families.

As a Friend, you’ll receive:

Advance notice of special events
A 15% discount on purchases at Friends Books on Main
Invitation to the annual Volunteer Recognition Event

Follow this link for more information on how to join the Friends.

Volunteer with the Friends

Follow this link for more information about volunteering with the Friends.

Donate Books, Puzzles, CDs, Audio books, and DVDs

The Friends of the York County Library sell donated books and other materials to support library programs. These sales are made possible by tax-deductible donations of gently used (or new) Books, Puzzles, CDs, audio books, and DVDs.

Where to take donations
You can take your donation to any York County Library Branch during operating hours:

Rock Hill: 139 East Black Street (currently closed for renovations)
Clover: 107 Knox Street, Clover
Fort Mill: 1818 2nd Baxter Crossing
Lake Wylie: 185 Blucher Circle
York: 21 East Liberty Street

Follow this link for details on all our sales locations.

Please note that the Friends cannot accept encyclopedia sets, magazines, Reader’s Digest condensed books, old textbooks, or materials in poor condition.

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