Needs From: United Way of Lancaster County

The Lancaster Public Library Friends Group operates and runs two bookstores. All proceeds directly benefit the Lancaster Public Library. The bookstores are operated solely by volunteers and the inventory comes from generous community donations. It's the ultimate recycling program for book lovers!

Do you love books? Have you imagined having your own bookstore? Here’s a chance to volunteer and give some valuable time to an important fundraising outlet for the Lancaster Public Library. The Marshall Street Bookstore sells quality used books for all ages at extremely reasonable prices. If you have a few hours free weekly or monthly, please consider becoming a member of our volunteer staff. Hours are flexible and scheduling is done monthly. Volunteers staff the store making sales and restocking shelves during the hours of 10-2 every day but Sunday. Shifts are 10-12, 12-2 or 10-2. Ask for more information during your next visit!

Marshall Street Bookstore – (717) 295-1950

225 N. Marshall Street, Lancaster, PA
(At corner of Marshall & Fulton Streets)

Hours of Operation:

Monday through Saturday: 10am to 2pm
(Closed Sunday and major holidays)

We do great things every day at the Mountville Branch—but we can’t do any of those things without the time and effort provided by our generous volunteers! Shelving Volunteers With its vast collection of books, DVDs, and audiobooks, the Mountville Branch is in need of detail-oriented volunteers to assist in restocking new and returned material. Attention to detail is a must and a regular weekly time commitment is appreciated. Saturdays - 10:30-12:30 Light lifting and bending is required.

The Marshall Street Bookstore sells gently used books for all ages. Located at 225 N. Marshall Street in Lancaster, it is a busy hub for customers to buy wonderful books at extremely reasonable prices. If you are a strong leader who enjoys mixing with people of all ages, helping customers find the ideal books, using a cash register and credit card machine, and making attractive displays, please consider apply for the Manager position at the Marshall Street Bookstore! 

The Manager…

Create weekly sales report and as needed maintenance invoices for financial management

Coordinate and post monthly volunteer schedule

Oversees the appearance and cleanliness of bookstore by notifying appropriate library maintenance personnel when areas need attention.

Maintains book back stock, shelves books in appropriate categories, and works with Book ReSort staff to replenish inventory.

Works several shifts/month to keep in touch with what customers are buying or looking for in book selection. Has flexibility to assist in covering other shifts as needed.

Trains new volunteers.

Communicate changes, updates, issues with volunteers.

The ideal candidate will have flexible weekday availability.

This is a big job, and we're willing to have co-managers lead the volunteer team at the Marshall Street Bookstore.

To learn more or to apply, please visit Lancaster Public Library's website.

The Juliana Bookstore sells gently used books for all ages. Located inside the Lancaster Public Library-Lancaster City Branch in Ewell Plaza, it is a busy hub for customers to buy wonderful books at extremely reasonable prices. If you are a strong leader who enjoys mixing with people of all ages, helping customers find the ideal books, using a cash register and credit card machine, and making attractive displays, please consider apply for the Manager position at the Marshall Street Bookstore! 

The Manager…

Create weekly sales report and as needed maintenance invoices for financial management

Coordinate and post monthly volunteer schedule

Oversees the appearance and cleanliness of bookstore by notifying appropriate library maintenance personnel when areas need attention.

Maintains book back stock, shelves books in appropriate categories, and works with Book ReSort staff to replenish inventory.

Works several shifts/month to keep in touch with what customers are buying or looking for in book selection. Has flexibility to assist in covering other shifts as needed.

Trains new volunteers.

Communicate changes, updates, issues with volunteers.

The ideal candidate will have flexible weekday availability.

This is a big job, and we're willing to have co-managers lead the volunteer team at the Juliana Bookstore.

To learn more or to apply, please visit Lancaster Public Library's website.

We seek a reliable and conscientious individual to join our maintenance team in providing a safe, clean, and attractive public building.

This is a part-time unpaid volunteer position that supports the Lancaster Public Library’s maintenance and cleaning efforts.

The custodial volunteer is responsible for performing custodial duties, minor maintenance, and other miscellaneous duties in order to ensure that our building and facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner.

The custodial volunteer position is great for anyone looking to transition back into the workforce and gain a positive referral and support system while job searching.

Duties include: Dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors, washing tables, windows, and doors; cleaning up the courtyard and sidewalk; landscaping, and other tasks necessary to keep the library a clean and inviting place for the public.

Experience and Training: Must be able to perform above listed services and have the ability to work independently

Qualifications: Ability and willingness to perform physical work

Benefits: Knowing the library is a cleaner more welcoming place through your efforts