![]() ![]() The Jefferson County Library Foundation and Friends of the Library work to support and enrich the capabilities, resources and services of Jefferson County Public Library through fundraising and advocacy efforts that benefit the community. Hand sanitizers and masks will be available for free inside the facility.įor more information on JCLF’s spring Whale of a Used Book Sale, or to learn more about how to volunteer or become a Friend of the Library, visit or call 30.Ībout the Jefferson County Library Foundation These sales enable the Foundation to raise thousands of dollars in support of the many free programs offered by Jefferson County Public Library.Īlthough Jeffco is no longer under COVID-19 restrictions, JCLF will continue to encourage social distancing, frequent hand washing and wearing facial coverings while in the Fairgrounds exhibit halls. The Whale of a Used Book Sale has a 20+ year history of offering more than 80,000 gently used and donated books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records and many more items at each sale. This is a great opportunity for corporate employee groups or civic clubs to show their support for Jefferson County Public Library.” ![]() Plus, volunteers earn two free books for each four-hour shift, including during pre-event set-up and post-event tear-down. “Besides shopping, the sale offers lots of volunteer opportunities – cashiering, table tidying, and cart running. “This is one of JCLF’s most popular annual events,” said Susan Spring, JCLF’s marketing/communications and office coordinator. Rare and collectible items are individually priced. Pre-payment can be made at Sale prices range from $0.50 to $3.00. Shoppers can sign up and pay online or pay at the door. There is an entry fee of $5 per day for adults. Bag Day: a grocery-sized bag of books is just $8.Half-Price Day for Educators, Friends of the Library members, and Jeffco Employees (with ID).Early Birds: for $10 per adult guests gain early and all-day access.Preview Night: Friends of the Library only.Spring 2022 Whale of a Used Book Sale dates and times are: The sale opens Thursday evening, June 2, with a Preview Night for Friends of the Library, followed by three days, June 3-5, when the event is open to the public. At the sale, booklovers and bargain hunters can plunge into three exhibit halls awash with gently used books, CDs, DVDs, comic books, themed gift baskets, and vinyl records, along with rare books and one-of-a-kind collectibles.ĭenver7 is a proud partner of the Whale of a Used Book Sale as it aligns with the Denver7 Read to Lead initiative which works to develop partnerships, programs and initiatives that increase access to books and encourage reading. ‘Opening’ dates will be announced soon.Īnyone wishing to volunteer to sort books or to help at the sale are welcome to contact Donna Hambleton at 22.The Jefferson County Library Foundation’s spring 2022 Whale of a Used Book Sale will take place June 2-5, 2022 at the Jeffco Fairgrounds in Golden. Used books will also be available at the Lion’s Head Marina, Stokes Bay Community Centre and Pike Bay Community Centre. We are not able to accept DVDs, CDs or magazines. ![]() We will gladly accept gently used books starting Monday, May 30 until Monday, August 3.īooks should be in good condition, put in boxes marked ‘Friends’ and placed at the front of the library on Mondays and Fridays ONLY before 5:00 p.m. With your support we know this can be accomplished.īooks will be ‘sold’ by donation. It is our goal to raise $50,000, over 5 years, to assist with the purchase of movable shelving and other fixtures. Rain or shine, the sale will be held Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, Augfrom 10:00 a.m. Submitted by Donna Hambletonįriends of the Lion’s Head Library is excited to announce that we will be hosting another Used Book Sale. Myles from Bruce Peninsula District School take a break from moving books from the Rotary Hall to the arena in preparation for the upcoming used book sale August 6/7 this summer. ![]()
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