Welcome Friends The Friends of the Tempe Library is an independent, non-profit organization for persons interested in working with the Tempe Library to develop and improve its services and facilities. We raise funds which are used to provide and enhance library services. We have an annual book sale each fall, as well as ongoing book sales in the Melaine Corrao Book Corner in the Library. We welcome volunteers to help with the book sales, the Book Corner and a variety of other opportunities.