How to Donate Books for the Book Sale

Thanks to everyone who donates books to the Friends of The Library's annual Bargain Book and Media Sale! Here's a guideline to help with the what, where, and when of donating.

Condition

Rule of thumb: Is the intended donation presentable enough to be on the shelves of a good used bookstore? Donations should have intact binding and be free of...

• Stains
• Mold
• Mildew
• Musty smell
• Dust

Kind and Age

The Friends has no use for the following:

Computer books pre-2008
Romance series pre-2009
Business books pre-2008
Textbooks (any subject) pre-2006
Health books pre-2008
Hardcover novels without dust jackets
Magazines from any year
Reader's Digest condensed books
Encyclopedias
Vinyl record albums
Audiocassettes, VHS movies
National Geographic Books and Maps

Where/When to Drop Off

1 - 4 Books -- Leave at the Circulation desk at any time.

5 or more Books -- Bring to the rear library entrance on Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and ring the bell.

Your thoughtfulness is much appreciated! Thanks again from the Friends of the Library.

 

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