Thousands of used books, DVDs and videotapes will be on sale Saturday at the Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library at what library staff called "incredible prices" as part of the annual Friends of the Library Day.
New children's books will be on sale in the Children's Room.
"Just look at all these books," said Library Director Betty Coats, as she sorted through dozens of boxes of used books. "This is going to be huge."
Books will be on sale from 8 am to 2 pm.
Most of the books in the fundraising sale are duplicates that the Library doesn't have room to keep, though some have been donated by residents especially for the book sale as a way to help the Library raise money. Proceeds from the sale will go toward a planned, new Computer Lab at the Library.
"We need to build a new computer lab as our present computer space is very crowded," said Library Historian Pam Baumgartner, who also serves as president of the Friends of the Library. "Architectural preliminary plans have been drawn and we have funds to cover nearly half the projected cost. If you have books you would like to donate for this sale, please drop them off at the Library during regular business hours. Children's books are especially needed."
Baumgartner and Todd Johnson will be on hand signing copies of their new book, Clayton, which chronicles the growth and development of the town from its beginning until 1946. Profits from sales of their book will go to the Library.
Lots of activities for children are planned, including refreshments, face-painting and a visit from The Teacher from the Black Lagoon, who will hang around for pictures. Even McGruff the Crime Dog is planning to be there.
"We want to thank all those who have contributed to our Library's success and growth," Baumgartner said. "We need your continued support for this project."
The Library's last book sale drew huge crowds, and Library officials are expecting the same this time.
No comments:
Post a Comment