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| Westport, CT
 BIG FALL SALE Westport Library 20 Jesup Rd. (off US Rte 1) 203-952-0070

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Dec 5 - 8
FRIDAY DECEMBER 5TH to MONDAY DECEMBER 8TH
FALL BOOK SALE
INSIDE THE WESTPORT LIBRARY
Come to our Big Fall Book Sale Event inside the Westport Library! Choose from thousands of gently used books in over 50 categories, for readers of all ages, plus vintage children’s and antiquarian books, audio books, CDs, vintage vinyl, DVDs, ephemera, and framed artworks.
Book Sale Hours - Free Admission:
- Friday, December 5th -- 12 pm to 6 pm (please note Noon start time)
- Saturday, December 6th -- 9 am to 5 pm
- Sunday, December 7th -- 11 am to 4 pm - This is Half-Price Day -- almost everything at half-price! (Note: $1 Fiction books and $1 Children's books remain at $1)
- Monday, December 8th -- 9 am to 4 pm -- This is "Bag Day" -- fill our Logo bag for $10, or your equivalent- sized bag for $8, or buy individual items for half-price (your choice)
Early Access Hours, Paid Ticket Holders Only:
- Friday December 5th from 8:45 am to Noon
- Early access tickets will go on sale beginning November 19, 2025 at 9:00 am and will be available for purchase online, in advance, at https://WestportFall2025BookSale.eventbrite.com
- Tickets are $35 each + the ticket platform's processing fees. A maximum of 125 ticket will be sold.
- Note: Online ticket sales will end the evening before the sale, on Thursday, December 4th at 5 pm. Any remaining tickets may be sold at the door on Friday, December 5th, on a first-come, first-served basis - AFTER those who purchased their tickets online in advance have entered the sale
Featured Specials
CLICK HERE to see a list of our Featured Specials (this list will be updated from time to time prior to the event)
Of special interest for this sale:
- A broad selection of books in German, on a variety of topics, fiction and non-fiction
- A large collection of musical scores and books relating to Gilbert & Sullivan operettas
- A wide selection of holiday-themed books for children
- Another huge assortment of jigsaw puzzles, at bargain prices
- A varied selection of framed artworks, from small desk-top pieces, to large wall pieces
- Fiction for $1 -- A conference room filled with hardcover fiction, mystery, science fiction and fantasy books, and young adult fiction, plus paperback novels, all offered at just $1 each. [Note: books in this room will remain priced at $1 each on Sunday's half-price day.]
For book sale procedures and more information visit our website at https://www.westportbooksaleventures.org/our-events
Don't miss out -- Join our email list to receive email notifications about our Book Sale Events and other book sale news.
MORE ABOUT THE SALE
- Cash, checks, and all major credit cards accepted
- Admission is free, except the Early Bird hour on December 5th from 8:45 am to Noon
- We are a library support organization
- Free parking
- Large indoor location - handicapped accessible, climate controlled
- Stay informed about the sale
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| Gainesville, FL
 Friends of the Library - Alachua County Library District Book House 430 North Main St. 352-375-1676
(Across from Truist Bank)

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Oct 25 - 29
- FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FALL BOOK SALE
- Celebrating Our 71st Year 1954-2025
- Over Half a Million Gently Used ITEMS - More than 60 Categories!
- Books
- Comics
- Manga
- Artwork
- Academic texts
- Posters
- Magazines
- Puzzles, Games (board and computer)
- Movies, CDs, Vinyl records
- Sheet music, Music scores, URTexts
- - and much more! All donated by our local community
- October 25 to 29, 2025
- Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm
- Sunday, Noon to 6 pm
- Monday, Noon to 6 pm
- Tuesday, Noon to 6 pm, 1/2 price day *
- Wednesday, Noon to 6pm, 10 cent day *
- Hundreds of thousands of books and other items have been sorted and priced. All have been donated by the greater Gainesville community.
- Great Prices
- Most regular prices 25 cents to $4
- Tuesday: half price day; Wednesday: 10 cent day
- We accept cash, checks, credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay.
- Collector's Corner is one of the areas that sets this sale apart.
- It has a selection of first editions, signed and rare books, vintage vinyl records, maps, artwork, and other collectible items.
- Collector's Corner is open the first four days of the sale, Saturday to Tuesday.
- HUGE Children and Young Adult sections
- Expanded indoor area with a separate entrance for Art/Architecture, Comics/Manga, and Puzzles/Games.
- Occupancy in these areas and in Collector's Corner will be limited.
- Music Table: Large selection of sheet music for the classical guitarist and lots of piano tutors
- Record Table: Very large selection of classical LPs, jazz CDs, 78rpms, and 45rpms records.
- FOL Gainesville does not allow pre-buying of items. Everything, and everybody waits on that opening morning entry that is traditionally lead by our Scottish Bag Piper!
- We will follow the most current CDC guidelines at the time. We recommend masks and social distancing.. On busy days shoppers may have to wait in line until others first leave the building.
- We encourage shoppers to bring your own bags and boxes for purchases.
- Click Here for book sale procedures
- And HERE for updated Large Order Procedures
- Also check here: About the Book Sales
- FOL website https://folacld.org and social media facebook.com/FOLACLD
- All profits are used for the Alachua County Library District and community literacy projects.
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| Cedar Rapids, IA
BIG Fall Sale Cedar Rapids Public Library 450 5th Avenue SE
(Free non-metered parking is available for up to two hours in the south lot. Metered parking in adjacent ramp connected to the library via covered walkway.)

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Oct 30 - Nov 2
- ANNUAL BIG FALL SALE
- Featuring two floors of books!
- Thursday, October 30th, 5 - 7:30 PM
- Member Preview Night: Join at the door
- Friday, October 31st, 9 am - 5 pm
- Saturday, November 1st, 9 am - 5 pm
- Sunday, November 2nd, 1 - 5 PM
- BOX DAY! Fill a box for $10
- Something for Everyone
- Thousands of books of all genres ranging from $1 - $3
- All children's books $1 each
- "Giftable" books from $4 - $8
- Collectible/vintage books and sets $6 and up
- DVD movies, books on CD, music CDs
- Scanners welcome - no extra charge
- Cash, checks, credit & debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay accepted
- Questions? Email us at: crfriends@gmail.com
- Proceeds support construction of the new Westside Cedar Rapids Public Library opening in 2026
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| Addison, IL
 BOGO SALE! SCARCE-LY USED Books & Records 800 South Rohlwing Rd (Rt 53) Unit D 630-545-9710
(School & Community Assistance for Recycling & Composting Education)

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Oct 1 - 31
- SCARRCE-LY Used Books & Records
- Buy One, Get One Free! (BOGO) (Equal or lesser value. Some exclusions may apply)
- Fiction
- Non-Fiction
- Young Adult
- Hundreds of popular titles!
- October 1 to 31
- Hours:
- Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 pm (noon)
- Excludes sets, vintage, specialty marked books and children's books
- Must get 2, not half priced.
- Your purchase directly supports our nonprofit SCARCE
- SCARCE-LYUSED@SCARCE.ORG
- https://www.scarce.org/used-book-record-sale/
Bookstore
- Shopping "used" helps you save money while also keeping rare, vintage titles out of landfills.
- Visit SCARCE-LY USED today to explore our collection!
- Over 10,000 Vinyl records Thousands of book titles - excellent condition
- Vintage Classic sets
- **NEW** children's books
- Well organized. Fully accessible.
- Monday to Friday, 9-4:30, Saturday 9-noon
- Credit cards accepted
- **100% of proceeds go to support our Non-profit SCARCE.org
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| Algonquin, IL
Algonquin Area Public Library Eastgate Branch 115 Eastgate St. 847-658-4343
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March; July
Watch this spot for the next great sale!
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| Algonquin, IL
Harnish Main Library 2600 Harnish Dr 847-458-6060
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- 100 books; not 'picked over'; $2+
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| Alsip, IL
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library 11960 S Pulaski 708-371-5666
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Ongoing
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| Alton, IL
Friends of Hayner Library 327 State St 618-462-4396 (Mon. mornings only)
(Corner of 4th & State Sts)

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Ongoing
- L;IBRARY CLOSED FOR ROOF REPAIR UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 15,000 books; 75% donated; 50% hardcover; .25-.50
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| Anna, IL
Stinson Memorial Library 409 S Main Street 618-833-2521
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Oct; Feb; June
- Sat 8-2, Sun 1-3
- Preview: Fri 4-6pm, Friends; join at door
- 3,000 books; 100% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$1
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| Arlington Heights, IL
Fall Book Sale Friends of Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Ave 847-506-2663

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Nov 7 - 9
- Friends of the Arlington Heights Memorial Library FALL Used Book Sale
- Friday November 7: Members Night (Membership required)
- Saturday November 8:
- Sunday November 9:
- Children’s $8 Bag Sale, noon - 3 p.m.
- Adult Sale noon-4 pm. No discounts
- Adult sales are in the Hendrickson Room and Children's sales are in the Cardinal Room
- The adult sale features Non-fiction and fiction books, DVDs, Blu-Rays, music CDs, vinyl records, audiobooks, puzzles and games
- This sale features an amazing collection of over 1,000 unique classical music CDs, with rarely found composers, artists and recordings
- The Children’s sale features board and picture books; easy readers; novels and non-fiction, as well as teen fiction
- Buy It Now and Auction items will be for sale on the second floor
- Silent Auction bidding begins Friday at 6 p.m. and ends Saturday at 2 p.m.
- Scanning is not allowed at FOL sales on any device. Please call or text outside the salerooms.
- The Friends accept credit cards, cash, checks, and PayPal for payment.
- Donations to the Friends Accepted
- Mondays 10 am - 7 pm, Wednesdays and Fridays 10 am - 4 pm
- Coming soon: Friends of the Library Holiday Sale, Saturday, December 6
- Friends Room Holiday and Sale Week Closures:
- Sat Nov 1 - Sun Nov 9
- Sat Nov 22 - Sunday Dec 7
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| Aurora, IL
 Eola Road Branch Library 555 S. Eola Rd. 630-264-3400
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Ongoing
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| Batavia, IL
Batavia Public Library 10 S Batavia Ave. (Rte. 31) 630-879-8220

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Nov 8; Dec 13; Jan 10, 2026; Feb 14, 2026; March 14, 2026; April 11, 2026; May 9, 2026; June 13, 2026; July 11, 2026
- Sat 9-1
- 10,000 books; 90% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
Ongoing
- Library hours
- 90% donated
- Stock replenished several times a week.
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| Belleville, IL
Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Book Bazaar Belle-Clair Exposition Center 200 South Belt East 618-257-5545

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May
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| Belvidere, IL
Ida Public Library 320 N. State St 815-708-9497

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Ongoing
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| Bensenville, IL
Bensenville Community Public Library 200 S Church Rd 630-766-4642
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May
- Sat 11-3, Sun 1-5
- 2,000 books; 5% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$1; Sun $5/bag (your tote bag)
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| Berwyn, IL
Berwyn Public Library 2701 Harlem Ave 708-795-8000 ext 3096
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- 500 books; 100% donated; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1
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| Bethany, IL
Marrowbone Public Library 216 West Main St. 217-665-3014
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Ongoing
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| Bloomingdale, IL
Bloomingdale Public Library 101 Fairfield Way

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Nov 15
- Sat 9-3
- Sorted; no buyer restrictions
- Some books sold in advance to a bookseller
- Zelle accepted
Ongoing
- Library hours
- $1-$2
- Zelle accepted
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| Blue Island, IL
Blue Island Public Library 2433 York St. 708-388-1078
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Ongoing
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| Bolingbrook, IL
Friends of Fountaindale Library 300 W Briarcliff Road 630-739-6154

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Bookstore
- Tue 10-4:30, Thu 4-8, Sun 1-5
- 100% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; .50-$3
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| Bourbonnais, IL
 Bourbonnais Public Library 250 W. John Casey Rd 815-933-1727
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July
- Fri, Sat 10-3
- 4,000 books; 70% donated; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $2; trade pb $1; Recent books $5; A/V $1; Sat bag sale, using $5 library book tote
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| Breese, IL
St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary at Breese Knight of Columbus Hall 480 North Walnut St 618-526-5351

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Feb
- Fri 10-7, Sat 10-2
- Preview: Thu 10-11am, $6 fee; 11-8pm, $3 fee
- 25,000 books; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; Fri 3pm half price, Sat half-price; Sat 2-4: $3/bag, 4-5: free
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| Brighton, IL
Brighton Memorial Library held at 108 Ransom St. 618-372-8450
(held behind library on 108 Ransom St.)
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Dec 13; Feb 14, 2026; April 11, 2026; June 13, 2026
- Sat 9-2
- 5,000 books; 50% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$5
- Credit cards accepted
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| Brookfield, IL
Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Ave 708-485-6917

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Ongoing
- Mon-Thu 10-9, Fri, Sat 10-6, Sun 11-6 (closed Sun in June, July, Aug))
- 150 books; 100% donated; 33% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
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| Calumet City, IL
Calumet City Public Library 660 Manistee Ave. 708-862-6220
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Ongoing
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| Carbondale, IL
Carbondale Public Library at Brush bldg. in Library parking lot 405 W Main St 618-457-0354
(Enter parking lot on Monroe St)
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March
- Sat 8-3, Sun 1-4
- Preview: Fri 4-6, Friends, join at door $5
- 20,000 books; 60% donated; 70% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; $1; Sun half price
- No scanners
- Weather could affect sale - check library website
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| Carbondale, IL
Morris Library Southern Illinois University 605 Agriculture Dr 618-453-4305
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Bookstore
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| Cary, IL
Cary Area Public Library 1606 Three Oaks Rd 847-639-4210
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April 18 - 20, 2026
- Fri 1-4, Sat 9-4, Sun 1-4
- 100% donated; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; Sun bag sale
- Special pricing for teachers with current I.D. (excludes bag sale)
- Non-profits: contact chairperson during sale if interested in books after sale.
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| Champaign, IL
FriendShop Champaign Public Library 200 W. Green St 217-403-5395
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Bookstore
- Wed-Sun 1-4
- 20,000+ books; 70% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; Most $2 or less
- Credit cards accepted
Some donated items go to the library collection; some items sold online. No restrictions
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| Charleston, IL
Booth Library Eastern Illinois University 600 Lincoln Ave. 217-581-6072
(weather permitting; held outside near Library's south entrance)

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April
- Wed 9-4
- 5,000 books; 70% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2
- Credit cards accepted
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| Charleston, IL
 Charleston Carnegie Public Library 712 Sixth St 217-345-4913

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Nov 14 - 15
- Fri 10-5:30, Sat 10-1:30
- Sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$1
- Credit cards accepted
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| Chatham, IL
Chatham Area Public Library 600 E Spruce St 217-483-2713
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Bookstore
- Mon-Thu 9-8, Fri 9-5, Sat 9-4
- Books, audio books, movies, puzzles, large-print books, LPs, mags.; paperbacks .75 or as marked; hardcovers $2, 3/$5; children's .25-$1
- Not picked over
- Credit cards acceepted
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| Cherry Valley, IL
Cherry Valley Public Library 755 E State St. 815-332-5161
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April
- Mon-Thu 9-8, Fri, Sat 9-5, Sun 1-5
- Preview: First day noon-4, $5 fee
- 7,000 books; 95% donated; y% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; .50-$2
- Some books removed for sale online
- Credit cards accepted
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| Chicago, IL
Norwood Park Historical Society 5624 N Newark Ave. 312-513-2227
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July
- Sat 8-3
- 2,000 books; 100% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$100
- Yard sale
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| Chicago, IL
Ronald Williams Library (near Foster & Kimball) Northeastern Illinois University 5500 N. St. Louis Ave 773-442-4400
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Oct 29 - 31
- Wed, Thu 8am-9pm, Fri 8-6
- 3,000 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1
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| Chicago, IL
Chicago Book and Paper Fair Midwest Antiquarian Booksellers Association (MWABA) Local 130 Plumbers Union Hall 1340 West Washington Boulevard
Easy Access via CTA

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June
Watch this spot for details on the next great Book and PaperFair!
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| Chicago (Hamlin Park), IL
Hamlin Park Branch Library 2205 W. Belmont 312-744-0166
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Ongoing
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| Chicago (West Addison), IL
West Addison Branch Library 7536 W. Addison 312-746-4704
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Ongoing
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| Chicago Ridge, IL
Chicago Ridge Public Library 10400 S. Oxford Ave. 708-423-7753
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Ongoing
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| Clarendon Hills, IL
Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect Ave 630-323-8188

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Ongoing
- Mon, Tue, Thu 9:30-9, Wed, Fri 9:30-5, Sat 9:30-4
- 200 books; 100% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$3
- Cart constantly replenished
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| Colfax, IL
 Martin Township Public Library 132 W. Main St (south end)
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Nov 1; Dec 6; Jan 3, 2026; Feb 7, 2026; March 7, 2026; April 4, 2026; May 2, 2026; June 6, 2026; July 4, 2026
- Sat 9-noon
- 2,500 books; 30% donated; 40% hardcover; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's .50
- New books donated weekly and added to the others
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| Danvers, IL
Danvers Township Library 117 E Exchange St. 309-963-4269
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Ongoing
- Mon 1-9, Tue 9-8, Wed 9-5, Thu 1-9, Fri 9-5, Sat 9-1
- 500 books; 25% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1/bag
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| De Kalb, IL
Founders Memorial Library Northern Illinois University 815-753-9838
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Ongoing
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| Decatur, IL
Decatur Public Library 130 N. Franklin St 217-424-2900 x 133

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Bookstore
- Mon, Tue 10:30-2:30, Thu 3-6:30, 2nd and 4th sAt 9:30-12:30
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| Deerfield, IL
Deerfield Public Library 920 Waukegan Rd 847-935-3311, x8895

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Ongoing
- Library hours
- Suggested donation: HCs, CDs, DVDs, audio books $2; pbs $1
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| DeKalb, IL
DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St 815-756-9568
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Nov 7 - 9; April
- Fri, Sat 9-4:30, Sun 1-4:30
- Thousands of books; 95% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; Sun $5/bag
- Credit cards accepted
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| DeKalb, IL
Northern Illinois University Founders Memorial Library (Lobby) 217 Normal Rd 815-753-1094
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- .50-$1
- Stock turns over regularly
Exact change appreciated Checks over $5 accepted
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| Des Plaines, IL
Des Plaines Public Library 1501 Ellinwood St. 847-376-2922
Downtown, just south of Metra train station

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April
Watch this spot for the next great sale!
Ongoing
- Library hours
- 475-500 books
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| Effingham, IL
Effingham Public Library 200 N Third 217-342-2464

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Nov 29; June
- Fri 9-2, Sat 9-noon
- Sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
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| Elburn, IL
Town and Country Public Library 320 East North St 630-365-2244
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- Paperbacks .50-$1; hardcovers $1; children's .25 & .50; DVD $1, audio books $2
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| Elgin, IL
 Gail Borden Library 270 North Grove Avenue 847-742-2411

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March
Watch this spot for the next great sale!
Ongoing
- Mon-Thu 9-9, Fri, 9-6, Sat 9-5, Sun noon-5
- 75% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; paperbacks $1; hardcovers $2
- Credit cards accepted
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| Elgin, IL
Northwest Bible Baptist Church 9N889 Nesler Rd

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Nov 21 - 22
- Fri 4-8, Sat 9-4
- 2,500 books; 100% donated; 30% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50
- Credit cards accepted
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| Eureka, IL
Melick Library at Eureka College 301 E. College Ave 309-467-6892

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Ongoing
- Mon-Fri during library hours
- 1,200+ books; 40% donated; 45% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; .50-$1
- Some more valuable items reserved for annual Homecoming book sale in the Fall
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| Evergreen Park, IL
Evergreen Park Public Library 9400 S Troy Ave 708-422-8522
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April
- Fri, Sat 9-5, Sun noon-4
- 2,000 books; 100% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions
- Some books selected to sell elsewhere
- Credit cards accepted
Ongoing
- Library hours
- 1,000 books; 90% donated; 60% hardcover; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
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| Fairview Heights, IL
Fairview Heights Library 10017 Bunkum Road 618-489-2070
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March
- Fri 10-4:30, Sat & Mon 10-3 (closed Sun)
- 9,000+ books; 70% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$2; Sat $5/bag; Mon $1/bag
- Children must be accompanied by parents
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| Forest Park, IL
Forest Park Public Library 7555 W. Jackson Blvd 708-366-7171
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- Books, videos, cds; .25-$1
- New selections always added. Donations are appreciated.
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| Fox Lake, IL
Fox Lake District Library 255 E Grand Ave. 847-587-0198
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Ongoing
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| Fox River Grove, IL
Fox River Grove Public Library 407 Lincoln Ave 847-639-2274
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Nov 21 - 22
- Fri 10-5, Sat 10-1
- 3,500 books; 90% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$2; Sat $5/bag
Ongoing
- Library hours M-F 10-6, Sat 10-3
- not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; paperbacks .50; trade pb $1; children's .50; media $1, games, puzzles, etc: $1
- Credit cards accepted ($1 added fee)
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| Frankfort, IL
Frankfort Public Library 21119 S. Pfeiffer Rd. (S. side of Rte 30, between Harlem Av & Rte 45)

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Ongoing
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| Franklin Park, IL
Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Ave 847-455-6016
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Dec 6
- Sat 11-2
- 2,500 books; 50% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$5
Ongoing
- Library hours
- not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; A/V .50
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| Freeport, IL
 Voices Book Nook Lincoln Mall 1255 W Galena Ave 815-821-2665

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Nov 6 - 15; April 9 - 18, 2026
Bookstore
- Mon-Sat 10-4, Thu 10-7
- 60,000 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted
- Some books sold online
- All funds go to VOICES of Stephenson County, an organization that assists victims of domestic and sexual abuse.
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| Galesburg, IL
Galesburg Public Library 40 East Simmons St 309-343-6118
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Oct; May
- Sat 9-4, Mon 9-1
- Preview: Fri 5-7pm, $5 fee (Friends free)
- 4,000 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50 and up; Mon $1-$3/bag
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| Geneva, IL
Geneva Public Library 227 S Seventh St 630-232-0780
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Dec; June
- Fri noon-4, Sat 10-4, Sun noon-4
- Preview: Fri 10-noon $5 entry fee
- 10,000 books; 80% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$2; Sun 1/2 price
- Credit cards accepted
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| Gillespie, IL
Friends of Gillespie Library at 1st United Methodist Church Rt. 16 West
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Oct
- Fri 6pm-8pm, Sat 8am-11am
- Preview: Thu 6-8pm, $5 fee adults, $3 children 5-12
- "Thousands" of books; sorted; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's .25-$1; Media priced to sell
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| Glen Ellyn, IL
Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane St 630-469-0879

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Nov 8; Nov 28; Jan; March; May; July
- 10,000 books; 90% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2
- Credit cards accepted
- 9-2
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| Glencoe, IL
Glencoe Public Library 320 Park Ave 847-835-5056
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March
- Sat 9-5, Sun noon-5, Mon 9-noon
- Preview: Fri 4:30-6:30, Only Glencoe residents who donate to the Friends
- Thousands of books; 95% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; .50-$4; Sun half price, Mon $4/bag
Ongoing
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| Glenview, IL
Store-Wide Sale Friends of the Glenview Library Used Bookstore 1930 Glenview Rd 847-901-5910

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Dec 1 - 31
- STORE-WIDE SALE!! **
- Half-off all Books and Media already low prices
- Over 10,000 donated books, many in like new condiion
- Current Releases, fiction and non-fiction
- Holiday Books
- Come and browse all month long
- STORE HOURS
- SUNDAY 1 PM-5 PM
- MONDAY-THURSDAY 9 AM-9 PM
- FRIDAY 9 AM-6 PM
- SATURDAY 9AM-5 PM
- * Closed Sunday December 7, 2025 for Volunteer Appreciation Day
- **Amazon listed books not included
Bookstore
- Library hours
- 100% donated
- Each month various genres are priced half-off
Some of the more valuable books have been listed online, but are available for purchase at the price listed online, minus postage. Occasional month-long sales in specific genres.
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| Granite City, IL
Friends of the Library at Wilson Park Ice Rink 2900 Fehling Rd. 618-550-8334

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May 28 - 30, 2026
- Fri 4-8, Sat 9-noon
- Preview: Thu 6-9; $6 fee (Friends free)
- 80% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$1; Sat $6/bag (provided)
- ID (driver's license) required for checks
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| Grayslake, IL
Grayslake Area Public Library 100 Library Lane 847-223-5313

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Ongoing
- Library hours
- 750 books; 90% donated; 45% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2
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| Gurnee, IL
Warren-Newport Public Library 224 N O'Plaine Rd. 847-244-5150
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Bookstore
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| Harvey, IL
 Harvey Public Library 15441Turlington Ave. 708-331-0757
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- 200 books, weekly rotating stock, 5% donated, 90% hardcover
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| Highland Park, IL
Highland Park Public Library The Book Nook 494 Laurel Ave. 847-432-0216
(Lower Level)
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Bookstore
- Thursdays, Saturdays 10:30-4:30
- 3,000 books; 50% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; .25-$5
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| Highland Park, IL
North Suburban Synagogue Beth El 1175 Sheridan Rd 847-432-8900
(Enter through synagogue office doors)

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Feb
- Mon 10-3, Tue 1-6, Wed noon-3, Thu 1-4, Sun 9-11
- Hundreds of books; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2; Sun $5/paper grocery bag
- Credit cards accepted
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| Highwood, IL
Highwood Public Library 102 Highwood Ave. 847-433-5404

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Ongoing
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| Hinsdale, IL
Hinsdale Public Library 20 E. Maple St. 630-986-1976
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- $1-$3
- 2 shelves constantly restocked
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| Homewood, IL
Homewood Public Library 17917 Dixie Hwy 708-799-9055
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Bookstore
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| Huntley, IL
Huntley Area Public Library 11000 Ruth Rd 847-363-5638
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- Books & A/V materials; .50 & up
- New material added almost daily
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| Jacksonville, IL
Friends of the Jacksonville Public Library 201 W. College

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Bookstore
- Mon-Thu 9-9, Fri 9-6, Sat 9-5
- 400 books; 100% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; .50-$1
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| Jerseyville, IL
Jerseyville Public Library 105 N Liberty St 618-498-9514
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Nov 4; Dec 2; Jan 6, 2026; Feb 3, 2026; March 3, 2026; April 7, 2026; May 5, 2026; June 2, 2026; July 7, 2026
Ongoing
- Library hours - Mon-Thu 8:30am-8:30pm, Fri, Sat 8:30-5, Sun 1-4
- Occasional monthly specials. Nov: Coookbooks. Dec: Gift quality
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| Kaneville, IL
Kaneville Public Library at Kaneville Community Center 2 S 101 Harter Rd 630-557-2441

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Ongoing
- Library hours
- Paperbacks .25; hardcovers $1; trade pb .50; children's .25
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| La Grange Park, IL
 La Grange Park Library 555 North La Grange Rd. 708-352-0100

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Bookstore
- Mon-Thu 10-9, Fri, Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5 (hours subject to volunteer availability)
- 5,000+ books
- Stock changes daily. Check out the "Collectables" case.
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| Lanark, IL
Friends of Lanark Public Library Twice Sold Tales Unique Mall 504 Illinois Rte 64 815-493-6366
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Bookstore
- Tue-Fri 9-5, Sat 9-noon
- 10,000+ books; 100% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; paperbacks .50, 3/$1; hardcovers $1; like new books $2-$5; VHS 10/$1, audiobooks .50, DVDs $1
- Not picked over. No restrictions. 100+ titles added weekly. Cash only
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| Lansing, IL
Lansing Public Library 2750 Indiana Ave 708-474-2447 x 122

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Nov 8; Dec 13; Jan 10, 2026; Feb 14, 2026; March 14, 2026; April 11, 2026; May 9, 2026; June 13, 2026; July 11, 2026
- Sat 10-2
- Preview: Sat 9:30-10, Friends; join at door $10
- 5,000 books; 95% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
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| Lemont, IL
Lemont Public Library 50 E. Wend St

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Nov 7 - 9
- Sat 9-4, Sun 1-4
- Preview: Fri 6-8, $5 admission
- 4,000 books; 60% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$1; Buy bag for $1 any time during sale and fill it for $4 on Sun (must use provided bag)
- Credit cards accepted, minimum $5. No personal checks.
Ongoing
- Library hours
- no buyer restrictions
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| Lincolnshire, IL
Vernon Area Public Library 300 Olde Half Day Rd. 847-634-3650
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Ongoing
- Library Hours
- Books, CDs, DVDs, audio books; .50-$2
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| Lisle, IL
Lisle Library 777 Front St. 630 971-1675

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Oct; May
- Fri 9:30-7:30, Sat 9:30-5
- Preview: Thu 9:30-7:30, $2 fee
- 20% donated; 80% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
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| Macomb, IL
Friends of the Macomb Public Library at Library Annex 109 E Jefferson St

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June 26 - 27, 2026
- Fri, Sat 9-4
- Preview: Thu 4-5:30, Friends; join at door $10. First 12 books half price
- 5,000 books; 95% donated; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; plus 1,000 media: CDs, DVDs, audio books; paperbacks $1 & up; hardcovers $2 and up
- Heritage Days
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| Marengo, IL
Marengo-Union Library 19714 E. Grant Hwy 815-568-8236
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Bookstore
- Mon-Thu 9-8, Fri, Sat 9-3, Sun noon-3 (during school year)
- 5,000 books; 60% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; .50
- Not picked over; no restrictions
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| Marine, IL
Charles Gravius Memorial Library 202 E. Silver St.
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May
- Sat 8-3
- 200 books; 100% donated; 30% hardcover; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25 each or $2/plastic bag (provided)
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| Mascoutah, IL
Mascoutah Public Library 3 West Church St 618-566-2562
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Dec 5 - 8; March
- Fri 8-6, Sat 8-4, Mon 9-7 (closed Sun)
- Preview: Thu 3-7, Teachers and Educators only - no fee
- 5,000 books; 75% donated; 25% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$1
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| Matteson, IL
 Matteson Public Library 801 S. School Ave 708-748-4431
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Ongoing
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| Mattoon, IL
Mattoon Public Library 1600 Charleston Ave 217-234-2621

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Oct
- Sat 8-noon
- not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; Donation
- Credit cards accepted
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| McHenry, IL
McHenry Public Library 809 Front St 815-385-0036
North Parking Lot, Entrance B

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May
- Sat 9-5, Sun noon-4
- Preview: Thu prior 5:30-8:30pm, Friends (must be a member by end of prior month)
- 30,000 books; 85% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; .50-$1
- $10 charge to use a scanner at the sale.
Ongoing
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| Mendota, IL
Graves-Hume Public Library 1401 W Main St
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Ongoing
- 100-150+ books; 80% donated; 25% hardcover; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; paperbacks .25; hardcovers .50
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| Midlothian, IL
Midlothian Public Library 14701 Kenton Ave 708-535-2027

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March 7, 2026
- Sat 9-3
- 800 books; 90% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted
Ongoing
- Mon-Thu 9-8, Fri, Sat 9-5
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| Mokena, IL
Mokena Community Public Library 11327 W 195th St 708-479-9663
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Jan; May
- Fri 9:30-5:30, Sat 9:30-3
- Preview: Fri 9-9:30 and Sat 9-9:30 Friends; join at door
- 2,500 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$3
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| Moline, IL
Moline Public Library 3210 41st St

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Bookstore
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| Morrison, IL
Odell Public Library 307 S Madison St. 815-772-7323
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Nov 1
- Sat 9-2
- 5,000 books; 100% donated; 70% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$1
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| Morton Grove, IL
Morton Grove Public Library 6140 Lincoln Ave 847-965-4220.
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Ongoing
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| Mount Prospect, IL
 Friends of Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S Emerson St 847-253-5675

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Nov 15
- Huge Gift Book and Holiday Sale
- Friends of Mount Prospect Public Library present anouther giant sale!
- Saturday November 15, 2025 9:00 to 3:00
- 1,500+ Items - Gift Quality - New or Like New
- Adults' and Children's Merchandise
- 20% Holiday themed
- Holiday Books
- Holiday related records, CDs and DVDs
- Religious books and bibles
- White elephant and gag gifts
- 80% Best Quality Books
- Fiction
- Non-fiction - all categories
- Coffee table books
- Gift items
- Also (Most still sealed in shrink wrap)
- Perfect for gift giving!
- Free gift wrapping available, donations accepted
- All books are categorized
- Books are not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
- Scanners welcome, courtesy expected
- Handcarts available
- Credit cards accepted. (There is a $2 convenience fee for purchase under $100, $5 fee from $100 to under $250, $8 for charges of $250 or more.) Ample free parking.
- For more information contact: contactus@friendsofmppl.org
- Please visit our website for Friends news and more. Sign up to receive our newsletter. http://www.friendsofmppl.org/
- Next up: January Sale, January 17 and 18, 2026!
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| Mundelein, IL
 Fremont Public Library 1170 N Midlothian Rd 847-566-8702
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Ongoing
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| Naperville, IL
AAUW - Naperville Area NEW LOCATION Mill Street Elementary School (Door 5) 1300 N. Mill Street Naperville, IL 60563

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June
Watch this spot for the next great sale!
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| Naperville, IL
Nichols Library 200 W. Jefferson Ave. 630-961-4100 x 6322
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Ongoing
- During library hours
- 1,000 books; 80% hardcover; also books on tape, videos, and DVDs; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; A/V $1, mags .25
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| Naperville, IL
95th Street Library 3015 Cedar Glade Dr. 630-961-4100 x 4902 (Shu-Mei)
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- 500+ books; 70% hardcover; also books on tape, videos, and DVDs; .25-$3
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| Naperville, IL
Naper Boulevard Library 2035 S. Naper Blvd. 630-961-4100 x 2203 (Pat)
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- 1,000+ books; 70% hardcover; also books on tape, videos, and DVDs; .25-$3
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| New Lenox, IL
New Lenox Public Library 120 Veterans Parkway
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Ongoing
- Mon-Thu 10-8, Sat 10-2
- 2,000 books; 100% donated; 80% hardcover; .50-$3
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| Northbrook, IL
Northbrook Public Library 1201 Cedar Lane 847-272-6224
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Ongoing
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| Oak Lawn, IL
Oak Lawn Public Library 9427 S Raymond Ave 708-422-4990
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- 70% donated; paperbacks .25; hardcovers .50; mags .05
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| Oak Park, IL
Oak Park Public Library 834 W. Lake St. 708-383-8200
(cafeteria)
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July 11 - 12, 2026
- Fri 9-5:30, Sat 9-4:30, Sun 2-4
- Thousands of books; 100% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$5; Sun $10/bag
- Credit cards accepted
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| Orland Park, IL
Orland Park Public Library 14921 S Ravinia Ave 708-428-5100
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- 80% donated; 30% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; .25-$2
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| Palatine, IL
 Palatine Public Library 700 N. North Court 847-358-5881 x 149
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Feb
Watch this spot for the next great sale!
Ongoing
- Library hours
- Hundreds of books; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $2; trade pb $1; children's .50
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| Palos Heights, IL
Palos Heights Public Library 12501 S 71st Ave 708-448-1473
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- 700 books; 90% donated; 60% hardcover
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| Palos Hills, IL
Green Hills Library 8611 W 103rd St 708-598-8446
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Ongoing
- Sat 10-5, Sun noon-4, Mon-Fri 9-9
- Books, movies, CDs, audiobooks
- Always adding new selections.
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| Park Forest, IL
Park Forest Public Library 400 Lakewood Blvd. 708-748-3731

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Ongoing
- Library hours
- Paperbacks .25 or .50; hardcovers most $1; A/V $2-$3
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| Park Ridge, IL
Park Ridge Library 20 S Prospect Ave 847-825-3123
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May 2 - 3, 2026
- Sat 9-3, Sun noon-2
- Preview: Fri 4-6pm, Friends; join at door
- not 'picked over'; .50-$15
- No electronic equipment allowed
Ongoing
- Library hours
- Books, DVDs, CDs, mags; Individually priced
- Honor system: payment Please place cash or check in drop box located just outside the Quiet Reading Room doors.
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| Pecatonica, IL
Pecatonica Public Library 400 W. 7th

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Ongoing
- Library hours
- 500 books; 95% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; .50-$2
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| Pekin, IL
Pekin Public Library 301 South 4th St 309-347-7111

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Bookstore
- Library hours
- 2,000 books
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| Peoria, IL
Alpha Park Public Library 3527 Airport Rd. 309-697-3822
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Ongoing
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| Peoria, IL
Peoria Public Library 107 N.E. Monroe St. 309-497-2141

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Ongoing
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat noon-4
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| Peru, IL
Peru Public Library 1409 11th. St 815-223-0229
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- 3,500 books; 90% donated; 20% hardcover; sorted; .25-$2
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| Princeton, IL
 Princeton Public Library 698 E Peru St 815-875-1331
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Nov 13 - 15
- Thu 10-6, Fri 10-5, Sat 10--2
- 6,000 books; 90% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$4
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| Princeville, IL
Lillie M. Evans Library 207 N. Walnut St. 309-385-4540
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July 27 - Aug 29, 2026
- Library Hours
- 2,000 books; 80% donated; 80% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; Donation
Ongoing
- Library hours
- Free-will donation
- Small, rotating collection of books and movies
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| Quincy, IL
Quincy Public Library 526 Jersey St 217-223-1309 x 257

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Bookstore
- Tue-Sat 10-4
- Some donated books selected to sell online
Coffee, cappuccino and hot chocolate available for purchase
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| Red Bud, IL
Red Bud Public Library 925 S Main St. 618-282-2255
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Ongoing
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| Ridge Farm, IL
Elwood Township Carnegie Library 104 N. State St. 217-247-2820
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Ongoing
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| Rochester, IL
Rochester Public Library 1 Community Dr 217-498-8454
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April 25 - 26, 2026
- Sat 10-3, Sun noon-3
- Preview: Fri 5-7pm, Friend; join at door
- 5,000 books; 100% donated; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2
- Credit cards accepted
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| Rock Island, IL
Rock Island Public Library 401 19th Street
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Jan 23 - 24, 2026; April 24 - 25, 2026; July 24 - 25, 2026
- Fri, Sat 10-1
- Fill a bag for a donation
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| Rockford, IL
Rockford Public Library 215 N Wyman St 815-965-7606
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Bookstore
- Mon-Thu noon-6, Fri 10-4, closed Sat, Sun
- .25-$3
- Some books sold online. No restrictions
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| Rockford, IL
Friends of Rockford Public Library East Branch Shop 6685 East State St 815-966-2788

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Bookstore
- Mon-Thu noon-6, Fri 10-4, Sat 10-1 (closed Sun)
- 4,000 books; 80% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; paperbacks .25-.50; hardcovers $1-$3; plus specials
- Some books sold online. No restrictions
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| Rolling Meadows, IL
Rolling Meadows Library 3110 Martin Lane 847-259-6050
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Nov 14
- Fri noon-4:30, Sat 9-4:30, Sun noon-4
- Preview: Fri 9-noon, $5 fee
- 9,000 books; 50% donated; 80% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$1
Bookstore
- Booksale prices every day during library hours
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| Romeoville, IL
 White Oak Library, Romeoville Branch 201 Normantown Rd. 815-886-2030
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Bookstore
- Library hours
- 1,000 books; 50% donated; 70% hardcover; sorted
- Max price is $1 each
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| Roselle, IL
Roselle Public Library 40 S Park St 630-569-9406
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March
- Sat 9:30-4, Sun 1-4
- 2,000 books; 100% donated; 80% hardcover; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2
- Credit cards accepted
Ongoing
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| Round Lake, IL
Round Lake Area Library 906 Hart Rd. 518-899-2285
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Ongoing
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| Saint Charles, IL
St. Charles Public Library One S 6th Ave 630-584-0076
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April
- Fri 3:30-7:30, Sat 9-3, Sun noon-3
- Sorted; not 'picked over'
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| Salem, IL
Bryan-Bennett Library 217 West Main St 618-548-7784
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- .25-$1
- Books, mags, puzzles, videos
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| Springfield, IL
Lincoln Library 326 South 7th Street

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May
- LINCOLN LIBRARY ALLIANCE BIG OUTDOOR BOOK SALE!
- ONE DAY ONLY; Saturday, May 17, 2025, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
- Over 15,000 Pre-sorted Books! 100% Donated.
- Come out to support LINCOLN LIBRARY, SPRINGFIELD'S PUBLIC LIBRARY and browse our amazing selection of Adult and Children's books, Audiobooks, CDs, and DVDs!
- Volunteers refresh the tables from unopened boxes all day!
- Free admission and plenty of parking
- GREAT PRICES!
- Children's books: $1 - BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE!
- Paperbacks: $1
- Hardcovers: $2
- Audiobooks: $1
- CDs: $1
- DVDs: $1
- Specials and Vintage Books!
- Cash, credit, and debit cards accepted!
- The books have not been 'picked over' before the sale, and no limit.
- No buyer restrictions
- Goodwill will be onsite accepting donations!
- All proceeds will be used to support Lincoln Library and literacy in our community
- Check our website at www.LincolnLibraryAlliance.org
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| Sterling, IL
Sterling Public Library 102 W Third St 815-625-1370
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April
- Sat 9-noon
- 1,000 books; 50% donated; 80% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; children's .50; adult $1, A/V $1
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| Stickney, IL
Stickney-Forest View Library 6800 W. 43rd St 708-749-1050
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Ongoing
- Mon-Thu 9-8, Fri 9-5, Sat 9-3
- 150 books; 85% donated; 20% hardcover; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; 3/$1
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| Troy, IL
Tri-Township Public Library 209 S. Main St. 618-667-9806
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Nov 7; Nov 15; Dec 5; Dec 20; Jan 2, 2026; Jan 17, 2026; Feb 6, 2026; Feb 21, 2026; March 6, 2026; March 21, 2026; April 3, 2026; April 18, 2026; May 1, 2026; May 16, 2026; June 5, 2026; June 20, 2026; July 3, 2026; July 18, 2026
- 9-noon
- 3,000 books; 90% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .10-$2
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| Union, IL
McHenry County Historical Society 6422 Main St 815-923-2267
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July 12, 2026
- Sun 10-2
- 50% donated; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2
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| Urbana, IL
 Urbana Free Library 210 W. Green St 217-367-4057

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Ongoing
- Library hours
- Year round selection of used books in Friends Cafe, $2 each
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| Urbana, IL
UC Books To Prisoners Independent Media Center 202 S Broadway 217-898-3258
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Nov 1
- Sat 9-5
- 7,500+ books; 99% donated; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2
- Credit cards accepted
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| Vernon Hills, IL
Aspen Drive Library 701 Aspen Dr
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April
- Sat 11:30-4:30, Sun 12:30-4:30
- Preview: Sat 9:30-11:30; Friends, join at door
- 7,000 books; 60% donated; 70% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$3; Sun $5/bag
- Credit cards accepted
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| Villa Park, IL
Villa Park Public Library 305 S Ardmore Ave. 630-834-1164
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Ongoing
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| Washington, IL
Washington District Library 380 N Wilmor Rd 309-444-2241, 309-444-7621
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Oct; April
- Fri 1-5, Sat 9-5, Sun 1-5, Mon 9-6, Tue 9-8
- 3,000 books; 65% donated; 33% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; Fri, Sat $1 each; Sun .50 each, Mon $3/bag, Tue free or donation
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| Waukegan, IL
Waukegan Public Library 128 N County Street 847-623-2041
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Nov 22 - 23
- Sat, Sun 1-4:30
- Preview: Sat 10-1, Friends, join at door
- no buyer restrictions; Sun: $6/bag
- Credit cards accepted
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| Westchester, IL
Westchester Public Library 10700 Canterbury (1600 south, 1/2 mile west of Mannheim Rd) 708-562-3573
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Ongoing
- Library hours
- Paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; mags .25
- New books added every week
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| Wheeling, IL
Indian Trails Public Library 355 S Schoenbeck Rd 847-459-4100
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Jan
- Sat 10-2
- Thousands of books; 85% donated; 70% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; .25-$2
- No scanners until noon
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| Wilmette, IL
Wilmette Public Library 1242 Willmette Ave 847-256-5025

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Bookstore
- Library hours
- Thousands books; .50-$10
- Credit cards accepted
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| Winnetka, IL
Christ Church 470 Maple (Maple & Oak, 1 blk e of Green Bay) 847-446-2850
(Annex -West bldg)
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Oct; June
- Thousands of books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$5
- Thu 7am-3pm
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| Woodstock, IL
 Woodstock Public Library 414 W Judd St 815-338-0542
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Bookstore
- Mon-Thu 10-7, Fri-Sat 10-5
- 3,000 books; 75% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; .50-$1, a few $4
- Not picked over; no restrictions
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| Yorkville, IL
Yorkville Public Library 902 Game Farm Rd 630-553-4354
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March 7, 2026
- Sat 9-4
- 5,000 books; 98% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1
- Credit cards accepted
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| Zion, IL
Zion-Benton Public Library 2400 Gabriel Ave. 847-872-4680
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Ongoing
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| Terre Haute, IN
Huge 3 Day Sale Vigo County Public Library 680 Poplar St. 812-232-1113
(7th & Poplar Sts, approx. 2 miles north of I-70)
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Dec 5 - 8
- Friends of the Vigo County Library ANNUAL HOLIDAY SALE
- Preview Sale for members of the Friends
- Friday, December 5th, 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Memberships available at the door
- Great Bargains 25 cents and up!
- Adult & Children's Fiction & Non-Fiction
- Old & Rare
- Gift Items
- Hardcover & Paperback
- Large Print
- Audiobooks
- DVDs, CDs, & LPs
- Games & Puzzles
- December 6 and 7
- Saturday, 9 a.m to 4 p.m.
- Sunday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Sale items have not been picked over; no buyer restrictions.
- There are a combination of library discards and donations from the public.
- We accept CASH, PERSONAL CHECK, & ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS.
- Many popular titles and authors, bestsellers, books in series, etc. - something for everyone!
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| Lexington, KY
 Lexington Central Library 140 East Main Street Lexington, KY 40507 859-231-5505
(Conference Room A)

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April
Watch here for details on the next great book sale!
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| Baton Rouge, LA
 Friends of the LSU Libraries Book Bazaar LSU John M. Parker Agricultural Coliseum South Stadium Drive at Highland Road 225-578-5925

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April 16 - 18, 2026
- Friends of the LSU Libraries Book Bazaar
- April 16 through 18, 2026
- Thursday 9 am to 7 pm
- Friday 9 am to 5 pm
- Saturday 9 am to 4 pm
- More than 60,000 new and used books plus CDs, DVDs, and vinyl records
- Important! No previewing or online sales prior to Book Bazaar!
- Collectors' Area continues to offer rare and many books of special interest!
- Huge assortment of books about military history, art, Louisiana and the South
- Cash, checks, debit and credit cards. Also Venmo, PayPal and Apple Pay
- Attention dealers! Scanners are allowed at tables only.
- Free admission and parking
- Huge arena! Many books on display!
- Book Bazaar proceeds benefit LSU Libraries https://lib.lsu.edu/friends#bookbazaar
- Facebook: Friends LSU Libraries
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| Jefferson City, MO
Over 100,000 Items! Missouri River Regional Library and ABLE (Adult Basic Literacy Education) at St. Martins Knights of Columbus Hall 537 Route T 573-634-2464
From Jefferson City take Highway 50 West to the St. Martins/Lohman exit, go north on Rt. T 1.1 miles to the Knights of Columbus Hall.
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March 11 - 14, 2026
- One of the Largest Used Book Sales in the Midwest!
- Where will you find over 100,000 Items?
- It’s the Missouri River Regional Library and ABLE's Used Book Sale at St. Martin’s Knights of Columbus!
- There’s something for everyone!
- Books
- Movies
- Music
- Puzzles - and more!
- Sorted by age, genre, and Dewey Decimal categories!
- This huge sale runs from March 11 to 14, 2026
- ,Preview Sale, Wednesday, March 11, 4:00 - 8:00 pm
- Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for kids (including children in arms or strollers)
- No carts or wagons over 24 inches allowed. Srollers for children are fine.
- Free admission, March 12-14
- Thursday, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
- Friday, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
- Saturday, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
- We restock until everything is out! Come back again and again!
- Prices range from 50 cents to 4 dollars – A bargain hunters dream come true! Special books and collectibles priced separately
- We accept cash, check or credit card
- Friday all items are half-price
- Saturday it’s $5.00 per box or $30 per box from the Collectible4s Area!
- All proceeds benefit MRRL and ABLE.
- Amazing deals! You will enjoy this CLEAN, WELL ORGANIZED sale!
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| Dayton, OH
 Book Fair Foundation, Inc. Annual Dayton Book Fair at the New Montgomery County Fairgrounds 645 Infirmary Road 937-999-4491
(Just off US 35)

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Nov 7 - 9
- 55th ANNUAL DAYTON BOOK FAIR - GIANT BOOK SALE!
- One of the largest sales in the country!
- More books than ever this year! We expect to have around 300,000 items .. More than 80 categories!
- November 7 to 9, 2025
- Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.FREE admission
- Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. FREE admission
- Sunday is bag day -- everything you can fit in our paper grocery sack for $10 (sales tax included)
- Teachers and nonprofits check our website for details HERE for special shopping on Sunday (Must register by November 6, 2025)
- Scanners are permitted but you must be polite to other shoppers!
- User-friendly sale with great amenities:
- Pleasant climate controlled environment
- Ajacent free parking
- We can pack up large purchases for you, but we encourage everyone to bring boxes.
- And our annual 5K race is on Sunday morning-- all participants get a gift card to the sale and there's a cash prize --- all to benefit our building fund. https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Dayton/RabbitHoleRomp
- Proceeds benefit local non-profits chosen each year.
- For more info www.daytonbookfair.com or find us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/daytonbookfair
- And while you're here, don't forget to check out our newest project, Rabbit Hole Books, (29 W. First St.) a downtown brick and mortar bookstore where every book is just one dollar-- and voted Best Bookstore in Dayton this year!
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| Green Bay, WI
Big Book Sale! Brown County Library 515 Pine St 920 448-4400 Click here to Find Us On Facebook

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Nov 3 - 6
- The Friends Fall BIG Book Sale
- Shop gently used large print, fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, cookbooks, puzzles, and more!
- THOUSANDS and THOUSANDS OF BOOKS
- Plus an entire room of beautifully sorted children's items
- PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BAGS AND BOXES
- Advance Sale for Members Only November 3
- Monday, 10:00 am to 7:30 pm
- $2 hardcover, $1 any paperback, puzzles and all childrens
- Registration will begin at 9:30 am
- Friends Members enjoy the first chance to select books at the sale
- General Sale Hours, all invited
- November 4
- Tuesday 9:00 am to 7:30 pm
- $2 hardcover, $1 any paperback, puzzles and all childrens
- November 5
- Wednesday 9:00 am to 7:30 pm
- $2 hardcover, $1 any paperback, puzzles and all childrens
- November 6
- Thursday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm (BAG DAY) (NOTE END TIME IS AT 5:30)
- 1st bag is $5, all subsequent are $3
- SHOP EARLY and OFTEN!
- CREDIT CARDS ARE ACCEPTED, $10 MINIMUM PURCHASE
- Separate holding area and cashier's desk for large purchases
- We do not scan our books and none of our sorters (who work all year round to build this wonderful fundraiser) are booksellers. We leave the thrill of the hunt to you!
- Buyers of all kinds are gratefully welcome but in the spirit of fairness to all, hoarding is not allowed
- Check our website
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