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Bargain Bonanza! Friends' Big Book Sale at Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch

Published by New Jersey Stage

originally published: 09/02/2023

(SURF CITY, NJ) -- Stock up on great reading, viewing, and listening just in time for auturmn. Find bargains galore at the Friends of the Island Library’s Big Book Sale on Friday, September 22 and Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 9:00am to 4:00pm.

Have some terrific titles you’d like to donate? The Friends will gladly accept gently used hardcovers, paperbacks, audiobooks, compact discs and DVDs on Thursday, September 21 from 9:00am until 3:00pm.

Browse among good-condition items for all ages in the Branch meeting room. Transactions will be in cash only.

All proceeds support the Friends of the Island Library, who contribute to Branch activities, sponsor fundraisers, and serve as community advocates. New members are always welcome.

Membership brochures and application forms are available during book sales, donation days, and sponsored programs. Applications are also available at http://theoceancountylibrary.org/oclfriends/membership.




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The Friends of the Island Library Big Book Sale is open to the public. No registration is required. For more information, visit the OCL Long Beach Island Branch, 217 South Central Avenue, Surf City, or call (609) 494-2480.

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