MOOSE JAW — Book lovers in Moose Jaw will have another chance to browse a wide selection of used books while supporting their local library at the upcoming Friends of the Library book sale.
The sale, which takes place twice each year, is scheduled to run at the Moose Jaw Public Library during regular business hours on Friday, April 11, and Saturday, April 12.
Proceeds from the sale will help support the library and enhance its range of programming.
“We have one sale every spring and fall, and they are to raise money for the library to purchase things that aren’t covered in their budget,” explained Rae Trites, publicity chairperson for Friends of the Library.
“We help support book clubs, children’s programs in the summer, and anything that they need.”
The sale will feature a variety of used books donated by the public, as well as books removed from the library’s collection. Visitors can expect to find titles across all genres, including fiction, mystery, non-fiction, and children’s books. In addition to books, the sale will also include items such as magazines and CDs.
“If you can believe it, there are still CDs out there,” Trites said with a laugh.
The Friends of the Library also maintains a used book and puzzle cart near the library’s circulation desk, with items available for purchase year-round. While the upcoming book sale will not include a dedicated puzzle space, Trites noted that a separate event for purchasing puzzles is being planned for later in the year.
Any books that remain unsold after the sale will be passed along to another organization to ensure they are either resold or recycled responsibly.
Friends of the Library is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization formed in 1989 that operates with the stated purpose of promoting and supporting the Moose Jaw Public Library.
Trites expressed her gratitude for the continued support during each sale.
“We appreciate the support of the community to help the library, and we want to thank them for their participation in our book sales,” she said. “There’s quite a wonderful community of people who come (down to the sale each time it runs).”
Book donations are still being accepted right up until the start of the sale. If you wish to contribute, donations can be dropped off at the library’s front service desk.
To learn more or to apply as a Friends of the Library member, visit MooseJawLibrary.ca/Friends-Of-The-Library.
The Moose Jaw Public Library is located at 461 Langdon Crescent and can be reached online at MooseJawLibrary.ca, by calling 306-692-2787, or by emailing [email protected].
