Friends of the Kelly Library

Friend’s fundraising projects include an annual book sale. The well-being of St. Michael’s depends, in large part, on the well-being of the Kelly Library and the involvement and generosity of people like you. We invite you to become a member of a lively and enjoyable association of alumni, students, faculty, staff and others who share a love of books, libraries and St. Mike’s. 

Learn how the Friends of the Kelly Library came to be [link to history of Friends], the history of the annual book sale and important projects that this volunteer group has funded over its 20+ year history. This personal history of the group also includes the all-important experiences and friendships that have developed among volunteers over the years.  

The Friends aim to preserve and enhance the special collections [link to special collections]: such as the Soulerin Collection (the original Founders collection of St. Michael’s), the archives of Twentieth Century Living Spirituality, and the rare books which date back to the 15th century. They provide additional up-to-date printed and electronic resources to directly benefit St. Mike’s students and improve the physical space to make the library a more attractive, inviting and comfortable place to study. 

The Friends of the John M. Kelly Library are a volunteer group committed to ensuring that the library continues its vital mission of supporting the personal and intellectual endeavours of all those who study and work at the University of St. Michael’s College, now and in the future. Read the current Constitution and By-Laws for the Friends of the Kelly Library.