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April, 2026
9-18Freeport
10-12Cedar Rapids, IASpring Sale
10-12Lemont
11-13Glencoe
16-18Baton Rouge, LABig Sale
16-18Belvidere
16-18Jerseyville
16-18Watseka
17-18Bradley
17-19Cary
17-26Cherry Valley
18-22Gainesville, FLBig Sale
18-19Glendale Heights
18-19Mount ProspectBig Sale
18Troy
23-27O'FallonBig Sale
24-26DeKalb
24-25EdwardsvilleBig Sale
24-26Evergreen Park
24-25Rock Island
25Bloomingdale
25Dearborn, MICollectibles
25New Lenox
25-26Rochester
26-5/3Livonia, MIBOOKSTOCK
?Arlington Heights
?Des Plaines
?Saint Charles
?Sterling
?Vernon Hills
?Washington
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Bolingbrook
Carbondale
Champaign
Chatham
Decatur
Freeport
Glenview
Gurnee

Highland Park
Homewood
Jacksonville
La Grange Park
Lanark
MantenoCheck This
Marengo
Moline

Pekin
Peoria
Quincy
Rockford
Rolling Meadows
Romeoville
Wilmette
Woodstock

Ongoing Sales

Alsip
Alton
Aurora
Batavia
Belvidere
Berwyn
Bethany
Bloomingdale
Blue Island
Brookfield
Calumet City
Chicago (Hamlin Park)
Chicago (West Addison)
Chicago Ridge
Clarendon Hills
Danvers
De Kalb
Deerfield
DeKalb
Des Plaines
Elburn
Elgin
Eureka

Evergreen Park
Forest Park
Fox Lake
Fox River Grove
Frankfort
Franklin Park
Glencoe
Grayslake
Harvey
Highwood
Hinsdale
Huntley
Jerseyville
Kaneville
Lemont
Lincolnshire
Matteson
McHenry
Mendota
Morton Grove
Mundelein
Naperville
New Lenox

Northbrook
Oak Lawn
Orland Park
Palatine
Palos Heights
Palos Hills
Park Forest
Park Ridge
Pecatonica
Peoria
Peru
Princeville
Red Bud
Ridge Farm
Roselle
Round Lake
Salem
Stickney
Streamwood
Urbana
Villa Park
Westchester
Zion

Future Sales

May, 2026
1-3Terre Haute, INBig Sale
1Troy
2Colfax
2-3Park Ridge
4-27Saint Joseph
5Jerseyville
9Batavia
9Glen Ellyn
9Lansing
9-12State College, PA150,000+ Books!
15-17Antioch
15-18Mascoutah
15-18Westport, CTBIG SPRING SALE
16Bensenville
16-17McHenry
16-17Roselle
16SpringfieldBig Sale
16Troy
28-31Golden, COMega Sale!
28-30Granite City
29-30Charleston
30-6/2Cleveland, OH100,000+ Books Await You!
30-31New Orleans, LABig Sale
30-31Waukegan
?Galesburg
?Lisle
?Mokena

June, 2026
2Jerseyville
5Troy
6Colfax
11-13NapervilleBig Sale
13Batavia
13Brighton
13ChicagoBooks and Paper
13Lansing
18-20Glen EllynBig Sale
20-22Lancaster, PABig Sale
20Troy
26-27Macomb
?Anna
?Effingham
?Geneva
?Winnetka

July, 2026
3Troy
4Colfax
7Jerseyville
10-14Newtown, CTHUGE Sale!
11Batavia
11Lansing
11-12Oak Park
12Union
18Glen Ellyn
18Troy
19Detroit, MIFestival of Books!
23-24Princeton
24-25Northbrook
24-25Rock Island
27-8/29Princeville
?Bourbonnais
?Chicago
?PalatineExceptional

August, 2026
1Colfax
3-26Saint Joseph
4Jerseyville
6-15Freeport
6-9Kingsport, TNBig Sale
7-8EdwardsvilleBig Sale
7Troy
8Batavia
8Brighton
8Lansing
15Troy
21-22Charleston
21-22Lincoln
27-29Glen Carbon
?Elmhurst
?Paris
?Pinckneyville
?Princeville
?Urbana
?Wheaton

September, 2026
1Jerseyville
4Troy
5Colfax
5Yorkville
12Batavia
12Lansing
12Midlothian
18-20Lake Forest
19-20Glen Ellyn
19-20Roselle
19Troy
?Charleston
?Deerfield
?Glencoe
?Macomb
?Macomb
?Mokena

October, 2026
2Troy
3Colfax
3Sterling
6Jerseyville
10Batavia
10Brighton
10-12Chicago (Hyde Park)
10Lansing
11Union
16-18DeKalb
17-18McHenry
17Troy
18Edwardsville
23-24Northbrook
23-24Rock Island
?Anna
?Carbondale
?Cary
?Cherry Valley
?Des Plaines
?Galesburg
?Gillespie
?Hampshire
?Lisle
?Marengo
?Mattoon
?Oak Brook
?Palos Park
?Park Ridge
?Peoria
?Washington
?Winnetka

November, 2026
3Jerseyville
5-14Freeport
6Troy
7Colfax
7Morrison
13-14Charleston
13-14EdwardsvilleBig Sale
14Batavia
14Bloomingdale
14Glen Ellyn
14Lansing
19-21Princeton
20-21Elgin
21Troy
27Glen Ellyn
28Effingham

December, 2026
1Jerseyville
4Troy
5Colfax
12Batavia
12Brighton
12Lansing
19Troy
?Geneva
?Mascoutah

January, 2027
No sales to display for this month

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Golden, CO


Mega Sale!
Jefferson County Library Foundation
Whale of a Used Book Sale
at Jefferson County Fairgrounds
15200 W. 6th Avenue
303-403-5075





May 28 - 31
  •  2026 SPRING WHALE OF A USED BOOK SALE! 
  • Over 90,000 ITEMS!
    • Hardbounds
    • Paperbacks
    • Children's and Teen Books
    • CDs, DVDs, Records, Tapes
    • Maps
    • Games, Puzzles
    • Audio Books
  • Separated into over 30 nonfiction and fiction categories - sorted for easy shopping!
  • Great Prices generally range from 50 cents to $3
  • Bert's Weathered & Treasured - hundreds of vintage and better books, all individually priced
  • Scanners are welcome!
  • Thursday, May 28
    • Friends Preview Night
    • 6PM – 8PM
    • Current Friends of JCPL Members Only 
  • Friday, May 29 
    • Early Bird Admission $10 Friday 8AM – 5PM
    • General Admission $5 9AM – 5PM
  • Saturday, May30
    • (Half off for Educators, Friends of the Library, Jeffco Employees (with ID) 
    • General Admission $5) 9AM – 5PM $5 (under 18 years old free)
  • Sunday, May31
    • Bag of Books Day: $10 for a Bag of Books, 11AM - 3PM
  • Sunday sale is held in conjunction with Fall Family Fun Day at Jeffco Fairgrounds (same address)
  • Under 18 years old free ALL DAYS
  • Snacks, lunches and beverages will be available for purchase
  • SAVE AREA: You can store your books while you are shopping. (Please, no stacking books in the aisles)
  • More information at https://jeffclf.org email info@jeffclf.org
  • Proceeds benefit children's and teen literacy programs funded by the Jefferson County Library Foundation.jeffclf.org
  • For decades, the Friends have been advocates, volunteers, and supporters of JCPL. Our members believe that our Library is the heart of our community and that each Friend “multiplies the good” work of the Library. We raise more than $100,000 annually in support of JCPL through our Whale of a Used Book Sales, and Whale’s Tale Books and Gifts bookstores at Colorado Mills Mall and Belmar Shopping Center

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Newtown, CT

HUGE Sale!
Friends of the C.H. Booth Library
ANNUAL BOOK SALE
at Reed Intermediate School
3 Trades Lane
(Across from Fairfield Hills)
203-426-4533

Right off I-84, Exit 11, Routes 25 and 34


July 10 - 14
  • OVER 90,000 BOOKS, CDs, DVDs, LPS, PUZZLES, VIDEO GAMES, AND MORE!
  • July 10 to July 14 - 50th ANNUAL BOOK SALE
    • Friday, 1 - 5
      • Preview 1pm-5pm; attendance limited to 250
      • Tickets $20, on sale Friday at noon
    • Saturday, 10 - 5
      • General admission 10 am- 5 pm
      • Tickets $5.00 (under 18 free), on sale at 9 am
      • $3 coupon accepted off total purchase
    • Sunday, 10 - 5; 25% OFF
    • Monday, 10 - 7: 50% OFF
    • Tuesday, 10-1: all items FREE 
  • Best organized, most extensive sale in the region and beyond
    • Rare, collectible and noteworthy signed books and media all in one room
    • All adult fiction, CDs, DVDs, LPs organized by genre
    • Children’s books organized by reading level, series and subject
  • Over 90 categories, including your favorites:
    • Adult Fiction: classics to recent bestsellers, mystery and thriller, science fiction and fantasy, comic books, graphic novels and manga plus much more
    • Adult non-fiction: art, cinema/media and photography, computer software (including games), crafts, gardening, history (US, world, military), home improvement and many other areas
    • Children's books: the biggest selection anywhere
    • Jigsaw puzzles and video games
    • Media: audiobooks, CDs, DVDs and LP records (33s, 45s, 78s)
    • Young Adult: all the favorite authors and series
  • Pay by cash, check or credit/debit card via Square or PayPal
  • Unbeatable Amenities
    • Air-conditioning and plenty of on-site parking
    • Secure holding areas for intended purchases available on Saturday
    • Scanners and personal electronic devices welcome in sales areas
    • Stockpiling and “clearing” not permitted
  • UPDATES AND DETAILS POSTED AT BOOTHBOOKSALE.ORG

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Westport, CT

BIG SPRING SALE
Westport Library
20 Jesup Rd. (off US Rte 1)
203-952-0070



May 15 - 18

FRIDAY May 15TH to MONDAY May 18TH
SPRING BOOK SALE
INSIDE THE WESTPORT LIBRARY

Come to our Big Spring 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, May 15th -- 12 pm to 6 pm (please note Noon start time)
  • Saturday, May 16th -- 9 am to 5 pm
  • Sunday, May 17th -- 11 am to 5 pm - HALF PRICE DAY
  • Monday, May 18th -- 9 am to 4 pm -- FILL OUR LOGO BAG FOR $10 each or your bag for $8, or buy individual items for half-price (your choice)

Early Access Hours, Paid Ticket Holders Only:

  • Friday May 15th from 8:45 am to Noon
  • Early access tickets will go on sale beginning April 22, 2026 at 9:00 am and will be available for purchase online, in advance, at https://WestportSpring2026BookSale.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, May 14th at 5 pm. Any remaining tickets may be sold at the door on Friday, May 15th, on a first-come, first-served basis - AFTER those who purchased their tickets online in advance have entered the sale

Featured Specials

FEATURED SPECIALS NOT YET AVAILABLE (this list will be updated from time to time prior to the event)

Of special interest for this sale:

  • A large selection of vintage travel and exploration books, covering Ireland, England, Africa and more!
  • A vast collection of books about the environment, earth science, ecology, and climate change
  • A large collection of books about ballet
  • A large collection of books about Opera and opera singers
  • Lots of Comic Books!
  • 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
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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)


April 18 - 22
  •  FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY SPRING BOOK SALE 
    • Celebrating Our 72nd Year 1954-2026
  • 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
  • April 18 to 22, 2026
    • 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 * 
      • except boxes
  • 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 led by our Scottish Bagpiper!
    • We will follow the most current CDC guidelines at the time. 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

Spring 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.)


April 10 - 12
  • Happy Spring! Time for Fresh Books!
  • Friends of the Cedar Rapids Public Library's  Annual Spring Sale 
  • April 10, 11, 12
    • Friday, 9AM to 5PM
    • Saturday, 9AM to 5PM
    • Sunday, 1PM to 5 PM
  • 10,000 SORTED BOOKS!
    • All Donated. 80% Hardcover
  • Something for Everyone!
    • Children's books
    • Loads of fiction & nonfiction
    • Gardening
    • Biography
    • Mystery
    • Sci-Fi
    • Romance
    • Cookbooks
    • Travel
    • Religion
    • Business
    • Collectibles
    • Self-help  And more!
  • Priced at $1, $2, and $3, as well as individually priced books suitable for gift-giving.
  • Cash, checks, credit & debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay accepted
  • Questions? Email: crfriends@gmail.com

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Addison, IL



SCARCE-LY USED Books & Records
800 South Rohlwing Rd (Rt 53)
Unit D
630-545-9710

(School & Community Assistance for Recycling & Composting Education)



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
Alsip, IL

Alsip-Merrionette Park Library
11960 S Pulaski
708-371-5666

Ongoing
Alton, IL

Friends of Hayner Library
327 State St
618-462-4396 (Mon. mornings only)

(Corner of 4th & State Sts)


Ongoing
  • L;IBRARY CLOSED FOR ROOF REPAIR UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
  • 15,000 books; 75% donated; 50% hardcover; .25-.50
Anna, IL

Stinson Memorial Library
409 S Main Street
618-833-2521

June; Oct
  • 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; Sun $5/bag
Antioch, IL

Antioch Library Friends
757 Main St
847-395-0874

May 15 - 17
  • Fri, Sat 9-4:30, Sun 1-4:430
  • 3,000 books; 80% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$2

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Arlington Heights, IL


Friends of Arlington Heights Memorial Library
500 N. Dunton Ave
847-506-2663





April

Watch this spot for the next great sale!
Aurora, IL

Eola Road Branch Library
555 S. Eola Rd.
630-264-3400

Ongoing
  • Library hours
Batavia, IL

Batavia Public Library
10 S Batavia Ave. (Rte. 31)
630-879-8220



May 9; June 13; July 11; Aug 8; Sept 12; Oct 10; Nov 14; Dec 12
  • 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.
Belvidere, IL

Ida Public Library
320 N. State St
815-708-9497



April 16 - 18
  • Thu 10:15-7, Fri, Sat 10:15-4
  • Preview: Wed 5-7pm, Friends; join at door
  • 6,000 books; 85% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$2
  • Credit cards accepted


Ongoing
  • Library hours
Bensenville, IL

Bensenville Community Public Library
200 S Church Rd
630-766-4642

May 16
  • 9-1
  • 5% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
Berwyn, IL

Berwyn Public Library
2701 Harlem Ave
708-795-8000 ext 3096

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • 500 books; 100% donated; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1
Bethany, IL

Marrowbone Public Library
216 West Main St.
217-665-3014

Ongoing
  • Library hours
Bloomingdale, IL

Bloomingdale Public Library
101 Fairfield Way



April 25; Nov 14
  • Sat 9:30-3
  • Thousands of books; sorted; no buyer restrictions; $10/bag provided
  • Some books sold in advance to a bookseller
  • Zelle accepted


Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • .50--$2
  • Zelle accepted
Blue Island, IL

Blue Island Public Library
2433 York St.
708-388-1078

Ongoing
  • Library hours
Bolingbrook, IL

Friends of Fountaindale Library
300 W Briarcliff Road
630-759-2102



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


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
Bradley, IL

Bradley Public Library
296 N Fulton Ave
815-932-6245



April 17 - 18
  • Fri 9-5:30, Sat 9-1
  • 1,000 books; 80% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$2
  • Credit cards accepted
Brighton, IL

Brighton Memorial Library
held at 108 Ransom St.
618-372-8450

(held behind library on 108 Ransom St.)

June 13; Aug 8; Oct 10; Dec 12
  • Sat 9-2
  • 5,000 books; 50% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$5
  • Credit cards accepted
Brookfield, IL

Brookfield Public Library
3609 Grand Ave
708-485-6917



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
Calumet City, IL

Calumet City Public Library
660 Manistee Ave.
708-862-6220

Ongoing
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)

Oct
  • Sat 8-3, Sun 1-4
  • Preview: Fri 4-6, Friends, join at door
  • 20,000 books; 60% donated; 70% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; $1; Sun half price
  • No scanners
Carbondale, IL

Morris Library
Southern Illinois University
605 Agriculture Dr
618-453-4305

Bookstore
Cary, IL

Cary Area Public Library
1606 Three Oaks Rd
847-639-4210

April 17 - 19; Oct
  • 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.
Champaign, IL

FriendShop
Champaign Public Library
200 W. Green St
217-403-5395

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
Charleston, IL

Booth Library
Eastern Illinois University
600 Lincoln Ave.
217-581-6072

(weather permitting; held outside near Library's south entrance)


Sept
  • 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




May 29 - 30; Aug 21 - 22; Nov 13 - 14
  • Fri 10-5:30, Sat 10-1:30
  • Sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$1
  • Credit cards accepted
Chatham, IL

Chatham Area Public Library
600 E Spruce St
217-483-2713

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
Cherry Valley, IL

Cherry Valley Public Library
755 E State St.
815-332-5161

April 17 - 26; Oct
  • Mon-Thu 9-8, Fri, Sat 9-5, Sun 1-5
  • Preview: First day noon-4, $5 fee, $10/family
  • 5,000 books; 95% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; .50-$2.25-$1
  • Some books removed for sale online
  • Credit cards accepted
Chicago, IL

Norwood Park Historical Society
5624 N Newark Ave.
312-513-2227

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


Chicago Book and Paper Fair
Midwest Antiquarian Booksellers Association (MWABA)
Local 130 Plumbers Union Hall
1340 West Washington Boulevard

Easy Access via CTA


June 13
  • Midwest Antiquarian Booksellers Association (MWABA)
  • Announcing the 63rd Annual  Chicago Book & Paper Fair 
    • Saturday, June 13, 2026
    • 10 am to 5 pm
  • ~30 dealers from across the Midwest and the USA offer Fine Antiquarian, Rare, Collectible, First Edition and other books in many fields. 
  • Also Maps and Ephemera! 
    • Admission $10.00. Students and seniors $5.00
    • 12 and under: FREE
  • Free paper-marbling demonstration!
  • Indoors where it's AIR CONDITIONED and DRY!
  • Questions - mwabachicagobookfair@gmail.com or 708-442-0667
  • Sponsored by the Midwest Antiquarian Booksellers Association www.mwaba.com
Chicago (Hamlin Park), IL

Hamlin Park Branch Library
2205 W. Belmont
312-744-0166

Ongoing
Chicago (Hyde Park), IL

Hyde Park-Kenwood Community Conference
Held at: Kimbark Plaza
E 53th and Kimbark

Oct 10 - 12
  • Sat, Sun 9-6, Mon 9-2
  • 40,000 books; 100% donated; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; Mon $4/bag, $5/box
Chicago (West Addison), IL

West Addison Branch Library
7536 W. Addison
312-746-4704

Ongoing
Chicago Ridge, IL

Chicago Ridge Public Library
10400 S. Oxford Ave.
708-423-7753

Ongoing
  • Library hours
Clarendon Hills, IL

Clarendon Hills Public Library
7 N. Prospect Ave
630-323-8188



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)


May 2; June 6; July 4; Aug 1; Sept 5; Oct 3; Nov 7; Dec 5
  • 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
Danvers, IL

Danvers Township Library
117 E Exchange St.
309-963-4269

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
De Kalb, IL

Founders Memorial Library
Northern Illinois University
815-753-9838

Ongoing
Decatur, IL

Decatur Public Library
130 N. Franklin St
217-424-2900 x 133



Bookstore
  • Mon, Tue 10:30-2:30, Thu 3-6:30, 2nd and 4th sAt 9:30-12:30
Deerfield, IL

Deerfield Public Library
at Deerfield Farmer's Market
Deerfield Rd. & Robert York Rd.
847-945-3311, x8895



Sept
  • Sat 7am-12:00
  • 400 books; 100% donated; 95% hardcover; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $3 each, buy 5, get 1 free
  • Deerfield Farmers Market
Deerfield, IL

Deerfield Public Library
920 Waukegan Rd
847-935-3311, x8895



Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • Suggested donation: HCs, CDs, DVDs, audio books $2; pbs $1
DeKalb, IL

DeKalb Public Library
309 Oak St
815-756-9568

April 24 - 26; Oct 16 - 18
  • 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
DeKalb, IL

Northern Illinois University
Founders Memorial Library (Lobby)
217 Normal Rd
815-753-1094

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • .50-$1
  • Stock turns over regularly
    Exact change appreciated
    Checks over $5 accepted
Des Plaines, IL

Des Plaines Public Library
1501 Ellinwood St.
847-376-2922

Downtown, just south of Metra train station


April; Oct

Watch this spot for the next great sale!

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • 475-500 books

The following advertiser supports our web page.
Please visit them and tell them you saw their ad on BookSaleFinder.com
Edwardsville, IL


St. Andrews Episcopal Church
406 Hillsboro Ave

Entrance from the back of the church, exit through the front door

April 24 - 25; Aug 7 - 8; Nov 13 - 14
  •  Saint Andrews’ Book Sale! 
    • Presenting more than 20,000 books in good condition!
    • 100% donated. Sorted for easy shopping. Priced to sell!
    • Reservations no longer required!
    • And There's More:
      • DVDs!
      • Puzzles!
      • Music!
    • Friday Hours: 3 pm to 8 pm
    • Saturday Hours: 9 am to 1 pm
    • Dealers welcome; no early sales
  • For more information: www.facebook.com/standrewsbookfair/

CLICK HERE for conventions followed for free listings
Edwardsville, IL


Leclaire Parkfest
St. Andrew's Relay for Life Team
Leclaire Park
800 Hale Ave


Oct 18
  • Sun 11-5
  • 3,000+ books; 100% donated; sorted; no buyer restrictions; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; .50-$1
Effingham, IL

Effingham Public Library
200 N Third
217-342-2464



June; Nov 28
  • Fri 9-2, Sat 9-noon
  • Sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
Elburn, IL

Town and Country Public Library
320 East North St
630-365-2244

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • Paperbacks .50-$1; hardcovers $1; children's .25 & .50; DVD $1, audio books $2
Elgin, IL

Gail Borden Library
270 North Grove Avenue
847-742-2411



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
Elgin, IL

Northwest Bible Baptist Church
9N889 Nesler Rd



Nov 20 - 21
  • Fri 4-8, Sat 9-4
  • 2,500 books; 100% donated; 30% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50
  • Credit cards accepted
Elmhurst, IL

AAUW Elmhurst Area Branch NFP
at Sandburg Middle School
345 E. Saint Charles Road



Aug

Watch this spot for the next great sale!
Eureka, IL

Melick Library at Eureka College
301 E. College Ave
309-467-6892



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
Evergreen Park, IL

Evergreen Park Public Library
9400 S Troy Ave
708-422-8522

April 24 - 26
  • 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
Forest Park, IL

Forest Park Public Library
7555 W. Jackson Blvd
708-366-7171

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • Books, videos, cds; .25-$1
  • New selections always added. Donations are appreciated.
Fox Lake, IL

Fox Lake District Library
255 E Grand Ave.
847-587-0198

Ongoing
  • Library hours

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Fox River Grove, IL


Fox River Grove Public Library
407 Lincoln Ave
847-639-2274


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)
Frankfort, IL

Frankfort Public Library
21119 S. Pfeiffer Rd.
(S. side of Rte 30, between Harlem Av & Rte 45)



Ongoing
  • Library hours
Franklin Park, IL

Franklin Park Public Library
10311 Grand Ave
847-455-6016

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; A/V .50
Freeport, IL

Voices Book Nook
Lincoln Mall
1255 W Galena Ave
815-821-2665



April 9 - 18; Aug 6 - 15; Nov 5 - 14
  • Store hours
  • Half price


Bookstore
  • Mon-Sat 10-4, Thu 10-7
  • 60,000 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted
  • Some books sold online
Galesburg, IL

Galesburg Public Library
40 East Simmons St
309-343-6118

May; Oct
  • 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
Geneva, IL

Geneva Public Library
227 S Seventh St
630-232-0780

June; Dec
  • 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
Gillespie, IL

Friends of Gillespie Library
at 1st United Methodist Church
Rt. 16 West

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
Glen Carbon, IL

Glen Carbon Centennial Library
198 S Main St
618-288-1212



Aug 27 - 29
  • Thu 4-5, Fri, Sat 9-5
  • not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions

The following advertiser supports our web page.
Please visit them and tell them you saw their ad on BookSaleFinder.com
Glen Ellyn, IL


AAUW Wheaton-Glen Ellyn Branch Used Book Sale
at Parkview Elementary School
250 S. Park Boulevard
651-297-8542

June 18 - 20
  • AAUW Wheaton-Glen Ellyn Branch Used Book Sale!
  • Over 12,000 books locally donated
  • Great Prices
    • $2-$3 for most books
    • Collectibles and children’s books - special pricing
    • Saturday pricing $10/paper grocery bag
  • Offering 2 VERY SPECIAL ITEMS!
    • 1939 First full English version of Hitler's Mein Kampf $100
    • The Book Collector's Guide to L. Frank Baum & Oz   Paul R. Bienvenue with Robert E. Schmidt $500
  • No pre-sales. Featuring something for everyone!
    • Fiction: Novels, mysteries, science fiction, young adult and romance
    • Non-Fiction: Histories, biographies, science/math, business, current events, sports, women’s, classics, gardening, cooking, crafts, and health/wellness
    • Children’s: pre-school, picture books, elementary school first readers, and story books
    • Puzzles and Board Games
    • NEW THIS YEAR: Audio Books
  • No Admission Fee
  • Thursday, June 18 from 8 AM to 8 PM
  • Friday, June 19 from 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Saturday, June 20 - BAG DAY -  8 AM to 2 PM
  • Check or Cash only. $2 - $3 per book. Saturday $10/bag
  • For more information go to https://www.wheatonglenellyn-il.aauw.net or on Facebook - Wheaton-Glen Ellyn AAUW Used Book Sale
  • Proceeds primarily go to fund college scholarships for local high school girls.
Glen Ellyn, IL

Glen Ellyn Public Library
400 Duane St
630-469-0879



May 9; July 18; Sept 19 - 20; Nov 14; Nov 27
  • 10,000 books; 90% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2
  • Credit, Venmo, debit cards accepted
  • 9-2

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Glencoe, IL


Glencoe Public Library
320 Park Ave
847-835-5056


April 11 - 13; Sept
  • 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
Glendale Heights, IL

Glenside Library
25 E Fullerton Ave
630-260-1550

April 18 - 19
  • Sat 9-4, Sun 1-4
  • Sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
  • Credit cards accepted
Glenview, IL

Friends of the Glenview Library Used Bookstore
1930 Glenview Rd
847-901-5910



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.
Granite City, IL

Friends of the Library
at Wilson Park Ice Rink
2900 Fehling Rd.
618-550-8334



May 28 - 30
  • 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)
Grayslake, IL

Grayslake Area Public Library
100 Library Lane
847-223-5313



Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • 750 books; 90% donated; 45% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2
Gurnee, IL

Warren-Newport Public Library
224 N O'Plaine Rd.
847-244-5150

Bookstore
  • Library hours
Hampshire, IL

Ella's Friends
at Prairie View Garden Center
48W130 Illinois Route 72
847-683-2727



Oct
  • Fri, Sat, Sun 10-4
  • 7,000 books; 60% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$1; Sun $5/bag
Harvey, IL

Harvey Public Library
15441Turlington Ave.
708-331-0757

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • 200 books, weekly rotating stock, 5% donated, 90% hardcover
Highland Park, IL

Highland Park Public Library
The Book Nook
494 Laurel Ave.
847-432-0216

(Lower Level)

Bookstore
  • Thursdays, Saturdays 10:30-4:30
  • 3,000 books; 50% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; .25-$5
Highwood, IL

Highwood Public Library
102 Highwood Ave.
847-433-5404



Ongoing

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Hinsdale, IL


Hinsdale Public Library
20 E. Maple St.
630-986-1976


Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • $1-$3
  • 2 shelves constantly restocked
Homewood, IL

Homewood Public Library
17917 Dixie Hwy
708-799-9055

Bookstore
  • Sat 10-4
Huntley, IL

Huntley Area Public Library
11000 Ruth Rd
847-363-5638

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • Books & A/V materials; .50 & up
  • New material added almost daily
Jacksonville, IL

Friends of the Jacksonville Public Library
201 W. College



Bookstore
  • Mon-Thu 9-9, Fri 9-6, Sat 9-5
  • 400 books; 100% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; .50-$1
Jerseyville, IL

Jerseyville Public Library
105 N Liberty St
618-498-9514

April 16 - 18
  • Fri 9-3:30, Sat 9-2
  • Preview: Thu 3-7 $2 fee
  • 5,000 books; 98% donated; 45% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$2; Sat $3/bag


May 5; June 2; July 7; Aug 4; Sept 1; Oct 6; Nov 3; Dec 1
  • Tue 8:30am-8:pm
  • $3/bag


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
Kaneville, IL

Kaneville Public Library
at Kaneville Community Center
2 S 101 Harter Rd
630-557-2441



Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • Paperbacks .25; hardcovers $1; trade pb .50; children's .25
La Grange Park, IL

La Grange Park Library
555 North La Grange Rd.
708-352-0100



Bookstore
  • Library hours
  • 5,000+ books; .50 and up
  • Stock changes daily
Lake Forest, IL

Friends of Lake Forest Library
at Lake Forest Recreation Center
400 North Hastings Road



Sept 18 - 20

Watch this spot for details on the next great book sale!
Lanark, IL

Friends of Lanark Public Library
Twice Sold Tales
Unique Mall
504 Illinois Rte 64
815-493-6366

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
Lansing, IL

Lansing Public Library
2750 Indiana Ave
708-474-2447 x 122



May 9; June 13; July 11; Aug 8; Sept 12; Oct 10; Nov 14; Dec 12
  • Sat 9:30-1:30
  • 5,000 books; 95% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions

CLICK HERE for conventions followed for free listings
Lemont, IL


Lemont Public Library
50 E. Wend St




April 10 - 12
  • 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
  • Credit cards accepted, minimum $5. No personal checks.


Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • no buyer restrictions
Lincoln, IL

Lincoln Public Library
725 Pekin St.
217-732-8878



Aug 21 - 22
  • Fri 9-7, Sat 9-2
  • not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1/bag - no limit on number of bags
Lincolnshire, IL

Vernon Area Public Library
300 Olde Half Day Rd.
847-634-3650

Ongoing
  • Library Hours
  • Books, CDs, DVDs, audio books; .50-$2
Lisle, IL

Lisle Library
777 Front St.
630 971-1675



May; Oct
  • 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
Macomb, IL

Friends of Macomb Library
at Chandler Park
309-252-0196



Sept
  • Sat 9-4
  • 3,000 books; 100% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; includes lots of media; paperbacks $1; hardcovers $2; media $2
  • Gazebo Art Festival
Macomb, IL

Friends of the Macomb Public Library
at Library Annex
109 E Jefferson St



June 26 - 27
  • 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
Macomb, IL

Western Illinois University
Curriculum Library
Horrabin Hall, room 80
309-298-1101

Sept
  • Mon, Tue 8-4
  • 750+ books; 50% hardcover; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$3
  • Cash only

The following advertiser supports our web page.
Please visit them and tell them you saw their ad on BookSaleFinder.com
Manteno, IL


LiquidBooks - Used Bookstore
370 Locust St.

Bookstore

LIQUIDBOOKS in Manteno

We’re your hometown spot for
Used books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl, toys, video games, and collectibles

Readers, gamers, and collectors all find something to love here
Don’t miss our $1 Clearance Room — new bargains added daily!

We also offer printing, shipping, packing supplies, and pro graphic design
Small business owners: save time, money, and stress with our services

Decluttering? We buy, sell, and trade books and other media.

Stop in to browse, trade, or start your next project with us
There’s always something new to discover at LiquidBooks


Store Hours:
Monday–Friday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Sunday: CLOSED


Located right here in Manteno — friendly, local, and ready to help!
Come see why LiquidBooks is becoming Manteno’s favorite bookstore

Marengo, IL

Marengo-Union Library
19714 E. Grant Hwy
815-568-8236

Oct
  • 9-3
  • 3,000 books; 60% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25


Bookstore
  • Mon-Thu 9-8, Fri 9-5, Sat 9-3, Sun noon-3 (during school year)
  • 5,000 books; 60% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; .50
  • Not picked over; no restrictions
Mascoutah, IL

Mascoutah Public Library
3 West Church St
618-566-2562

May 15 - 18; Dec
  • Fri 8-6, Sat 8-4, Mon 9-7 (closed Sun)
  • 5,000 books; 75% donated; 25% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .25-$1

CLICK HERE for conventions followed for free listings
Matteson, IL


Matteson Public Library
801 S. School Ave
708-748-4431


Ongoing
  • Library hours
Mattoon, IL

Mattoon Public Library
1600 Charleston Ave
217-234-2621



Oct
  • Sat 8-noon
  • not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; Donation
  • Credit cards accepted
McHenry, IL

McHenry Public Library
809 Front St
815-385-0036

North Parking Lot, Entrance B


May 16 - 17; Oct 17 - 18
  • 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
  • Library hours
Mendota, IL

Graves-Hume Public Library
1401 W Main St

Ongoing
  • 100-150+ books; 80% donated; 25% hardcover; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; paperbacks .25; hardcovers .50
Midlothian, IL

Midlothian Public Library
14701 Kenton Ave
708-535-2027



Sept 12
  • Sat 9-3
  • 800 books; 90% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted
Mokena, IL

Mokena Community Public Library
11327 W 195th St
708-479-9663

May; Sept
  • Fri 10-5:30, Sat 10-3
  • Preview: Fri Fri 9:30-10 Friends; join at door
  • 2,500 books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$3
Moline, IL

Moline Public Library
3210 41st St



Bookstore
  • Mon-Fri 10-4
Morrison, IL

Odell Public Library
307 S Madison St.
815-772-7323

Nov 7
  • Sat 9-2
  • 5,000 books; 100% donated; 70% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$1
Morton Grove, IL

Morton Grove Public Library
6140 Lincoln Ave
847-965-4220.

Ongoing

The following advertiser supports our web page.
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Mount Prospect, IL


Friends of Mount Prospect Public Library
10 S Emerson St
847-253-5675



April 18 - 19
  • Friends of Mount Prospect Library  Giant Spring Sale 
  • 3 Room Sale!
    • Better and AV Room
    • Friend's Room
    • Large selection of $0.25 merchandise outside in the lower level garage
  • April 18 and 19 
    • Saturday 9 am to 4:30 pm
    • Sunday 11 am to 4 pm
      • (No Friday Pre-Sale)
  • 25,000 Books!
    • 95% donated by local residents; 50% hardcover. 20% children's
    • Not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions
  • Great Prices: Most .25-$1; Best as marked $2-$10, Rare/autographed higher
  • April 2026 Highlights
  • In the Better Room -  Be a   Mount Prospector!  Check out the   GOLD MINE! 
    • Mine the perfect gem, that awesomely cool find you didn't know you had to have. Fun items, vintage and delicate, best condition, specialized collections, coloring books, rare and quirky books, games, puzzles, AV, adult books, white elephant gifts.
    • Most merchandise is new every sale.
    • Be sure to check out Erica's Picks! A Celebration of the Oddest Titles in the Northwest Suburbs. Priced $1.00 and up
  • All books over 25¢: Nonfiction books are categorized. Fiction books are categorized and alphabetized.
  • April 2026 Sale Featured Items in All 3 Rooms America's 250th Celebration - Our new country's revolution and its leaders. Great Lakes ships, fires, other disasters and rescues, lighthouses, Chicago history and tragedies, fires and firefighters, waterways, Car company histories, designers and executives, Squadron Signal-Combat Planes Home plans 1960's-1980's Model planes, rockets, missiles and spacecraft 1980's (complete parts-some still in sealed bags).Photography, mostly from the 1980's, Harlequin Romances in Polish 1990's-2000's,  30+ Graphic Novels Fantagraphics Usagi Yojimbo  16 Comics
    • Fantagraphics Usagi Yojimbo  40
    • Ted Nomura WWII
    • War Stories
    •  Assorted War Comics
    • Freak Bros.
    • Jason Lutes
    • Howard the Duck
    • Swamp Thing
    • Lone Wolf 2100
    • Maus
    • 1950's Nursing school books
    • Large plastic storage containers
    • All Irish Collection-Culture, art, travel, history, novels, coloring books, journals, biographies, cooking, poetry and more
  • No magazines, books on tape, cassettes, VHS or software.
  • Scanners are welcome. Please reshelve unwanted books.
  • Plenty of free parking
  • Handcarts available
  • Credit cards accepted. There is a $2 convenience fee for charges under $100. $5 fee for charges from $100 to under $250. $8 for charges of $250 or more.
  • Please visit our website for Friends news and more. Sign up to receive our newsletter. http://www.friendsofmppl.org
  • More information will be available at the sale.

CLICK HERE for conventions followed for free listings
Mundelein, IL


Fremont Public Library
1170 N Midlothian Rd
847-566-8702


Ongoing
  • Library hours

The following advertiser supports our web page.
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Naperville, IL


AAUW - Naperville Area
Mill Street Elementary School (Door 5)
1300 N. Mill Street
Naperville, IL 60563



June 11 - 13
  • AAUW Naperville Area Used Book and Media Sale
  • Books - We have it all! Hardcover and softcover, over 30,000 books!
  • Media - CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, and puzzles
  • All items are locally donated and priced $1-$2, excluding Treasure Chest Items
  • Thursday, June 11
    • 9am - noon: Exclusive FIRST LOOK Shopping! Tickets $20 +fees
      • Doors open to an exclusive group of shoppers with advance tickets purchased online
      • Tickets go on sale Friday 5/1, at 10 am and end Wednesday, 6/10 at 10 am
      • FIRST LOOK TICKETS now available: https://aauwnaperBooksale2026.eventbrite.com
      • Your ticket number determines your order of admission. All shoppers admitted in ticket number order - no need to come early to line up.
      • No children under 12
    • Noon - 8pm Free admission - open to all!
  • Friday, June 12
    • 9am - 8pm: Free admission
    • 4pm - 8pm: Educator's Night! All educators with appropriate ID receive a 50% discount on all items
  • Saturday, June 13
    • 9am - 12:30pm: Free admission
    • BAG DAY! All items $10 per bag or half-price
  • For more information see naperville-il.aauw.net/events/used-book-sales or email to: aauwnaperbooksale@gmail.com
  • All sales support scholarships and programs for women and girls
Naperville, IL

Nichols Library
200 W. Jefferson Ave.
630-961-4100 x 6322

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
Naperville, IL

95th Street Library
3015 Cedar Glade Dr.
630-961-4100 x 4902 (Shu-Mei)

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • 500+ books; 70% hardcover; also books on tape, videos, and DVDs; .25-$3
Naperville, IL

Naper Boulevard Library
2035 S. Naper Blvd.
630-961-4100 x 2203 (Pat)

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • 1,000+ books; 70% hardcover; also books on tape, videos, and DVDs; .25-$3
New Lenox, IL

New Lenox Public Library
120 Veterans Parkway

April 25
  • Sat 9-3


Ongoing
  • Mon-Thu 10-8, Sat 10-2
  • 2,000 books; 100% donated; 80% hardcover; .50-$3
Northbrook, IL

Northbrook Public Library
1201 Cedar Lane
847-272-6224

July 24 - 25; Oct 23 - 24
  • Fri, Sat 10-4
  • Preview: Thu 6:30-8:30, Friends, join at door
  • 2,000 books; 70% donated; 70% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; .50-$1
  • NO DEALERS, SCANNING, OR BULK BUYING AT PREVIEW SALE
  • Valuable books removed from sale


Ongoing
Oak Brook, IL

Friends of the Oak Brook Public Library
600 Oak Brook Road (31st St)
630-368-7700



Oct

Watch this spot for the next great sale!
Oak Lawn, IL

Oak Lawn Public Library
9427 S Raymond Ave
708-422-4990

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • 70% donated; paperbacks .25; hardcovers .50; mags .05
Oak Park, IL

Oak Park Public Library
834 W. Lake St.
708-383-8200

(cafeteria)

July 11 - 12
  • 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

CLICK HERE for conventions followed for free listings

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O'Fallon, IL



Friends of O'Fallon Public Library
120 Civic Plaza
618-632-3783




April 23 - 27
  •  Friends of the O'Fallon Public Library Spring Book Sale 
    • No admission fee and no reservations needed!
    • Proceeds to benefit the library and its programs.
  • Days and HoursThursday, April 23 through Monday, April 27 during library business hours:
    • Thursday, 9:00 - 8:00
    • Friday, 9:00 - 5:00
    • Saturday, 9:00 - 4:00
    • Sunday, 1:00 - 5:00
    • Monday,  9:00 - 8:00
  • Prices: $1.00 Hardcover books, non-mass market paperbacks, DVDs, audiobooks, CD's, LPs
    • 15 for $1.00 mass market paperbacks only
    • $5.00 per bag for children's books, excluding specially marked items.
    • Green tagged items are specially priced.
    • Prices may be discounted on different days of the sale. Please check our Facebook page daily during the sale: @ofplfriends
    • The book sale accepts credit cards, cash, and checks.
  • 20,000 plus books!
    • Including fiction, non-fiction, children's, young adult, audio books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl, jigsaw puzzles, games, and miscellaneous items.
    • Up to 80% donated material.
  • The sale is so big we couldn't keep it all in one room! Several rooms and areas to explore, all on the easily accessible ground floor of the library, including a room dedicated to children's books.
  • Our non-fiction is sorted into categories including: art/entertainment, biography/memoir, business/investing, cookbooks, education, health, home and garden (including pets and crafts), military, reference, religion/spiritual, science and nature, self help, social political, and sports.
  • Fiction is sorted into genres: classics and poetry, general fiction, Christian fiction, romance, and science fiction/fantasy/horror.. We do attempt to keep the Large Print in one location.
  • No limits on dealers, we do ask that they respect all patrons and volunteers, thanks in advance.
  • 2026 Book sale web site
  • E-mail: admin@ofallonfriends.org
Orland Park, IL

Orland Park Public Library
14921 S Ravinia Ave
708-428-5100

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

July

Watch this spot for the next great sale!

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • Hundreds of books; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $2; trade pb $1; children's .50
Palos Heights, IL

Palos Heights Public Library
12501 S 71st Ave
708-448-1473

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • 700 books; 90% donated; 60% hardcover
Palos Hills, IL

Green Hills Library
8611 W 103rd St
708-598-8446

Ongoing
  • Sat 10-5, Sun noon-4, Mon-Fri 9-9
  • Books, movies, CDs, audiobooks
  • Always adding new selections.
Palos Park, IL

Palos Park Public Library
12330 Forest Glen Blvd
708-448-1530



Oct
  • Mon-Thu 9:30-8, Fri, Sat 9:30-5
  • 1,000 books; 80% donated; 70% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2, Sat $5/bag
Paris, IL

Paris Public Library
207 S Main St.
217-463-3950

Aug
  • Sat 10-4
  • 70% donated; 60% hardcover; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; DVDs, AV; paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's .50
Park Forest, IL

Park Forest Public Library
400 Lakewood Blvd.
708-748-3731



Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • Paperbacks .25 or .50; hardcovers most $1; A/V $2-$3
Park Ridge, IL

Park Ridge Library
20 S Prospect Ave
847-825-3123

May 2 - 3; Oct
  • 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.
Pecatonica, IL

Pecatonica Public Library
400 W. 7th



Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • 500 books; 95% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; .50-$2

CLICK HERE for conventions followed for free listings
Pekin, IL


Pekin Public Library
301 South 4th St
309-347-7111




Bookstore
  • Library hours
  • 2,000 books
Peoria, IL

Alpha Park Public Library
3527 Airport Rd.
309-697-3822

Ongoing
Peoria, IL

Peoria Park District Noble Center
1125 W. Lake Ave.
309-681-2681

(Book Court: Lobby and Lower Level)


Oct
  • Sat 10-7, Sun noon-5, Mon Noon-7
  • 10,000 books; 100% donated; 80% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; .25-$5; Sun half price, Mon 75% off
  • Approx. 100 listed for sale online
  • Credit cards accepted
Peoria, IL

Peoria Public Library
107 N.E. Monroe St.
309-497-2141



Ongoing
  • Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat noon-4
Peru, IL

Peru Public Library
1409 11th. St
815-223-0229

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • 3,500 books; 90% donated; 20% hardcover; sorted; .25-$2
Pinckneyville, IL

Pinckneyville Public Library
312 S Walnut St.
618-357-2410



Aug
  • Fri, Sat 9-1
  • 2,000 books; 50% donated; 50% hardcover; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1/bag - (bring your own)
  • City-wide yard sale
Princeton, IL

Princeton Public Library
698 E Peru St
815-875-1331

July 23 - 24
  • Thu 10-6, Fri 10-5
  • 6,000 books; 90% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$4


Nov 19 - 21
  • 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
Princeville, IL

Lillie M. Evans Library
207 N. Walnut St.
309-385-4540

July 27 - Aug 29; Aug
  • 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
Quincy, IL

Quincy Public Library
526 Jersey St
217-223-1309 x 257



Bookstore
  • Tue-Sat 10-4
  • Some donated books selected to sell online
    Coffee, cappuccino and hot chocolate available for purchase
Red Bud, IL

Red Bud Public Library
925 S Main St.
618-282-2255

Ongoing

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Ridge Farm, IL


Elwood Township Carnegie Library
104 N. State St.
217-247-2820


Ongoing
  • Tue-Fri 2-7, Sat 9-2
Rochester, IL

Rochester Public Library
1 Community Dr
217-498-8454

April 25 - 26
  • 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; Sun: $5/bag provided
  • Credit cards accepted
Rock Island, IL

Rock Island Public Library
401 19th Street

April 24 - 25; July 24 - 25; Oct 23 - 24
  • Fri, Sat 10-1
  • Fill a bag for a donation
Rockford, IL

Rockford Public Library
215 N Wyman St
815-965-7606

Bookstore
  • Mon-Thu noon-6, Fri 10-4, closed Sat, Sun
  • .25-$3
  • Some books sold online. No restrictions
Rockford, IL

Friends of Rockford Public Library
East Branch Shop
6685 East State St
815-966-2788



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
Rolling Meadows, IL

Rolling Meadows Library
3110 Martin Lane
847-259-6050

Bookstore
  • Booksale prices every day during library hours
Romeoville, IL

White Oak Library, Romeoville Branch
201 Normantown Rd.
815-886-2030

Bookstore
  • Library hours
  • 1,000 books; 50% donated; 70% hardcover; sorted
  • Max price is $1 each
Roselle, IL

Roselle Public Library
40 S Park St
630-529-1641

May 16 - 17; Sept 19 - 20
  • Sat 9:30-4, Sun 1-4
  • 6,000+ books; 70% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $.50-$2
  • Credit cards accepted


Ongoing
  • Library hours
Round Lake, IL

Round Lake Area Library
906 Hart Rd.
518-899-2285

Ongoing
Saint Charles, IL

St. Charles Public Library
One S 6th Ave
630-584-0076

April
  • Fri 2:30-7:30, Sat 9-3, Sun noon-3
  • Preview: Fri 1-2:30; $5 fee
  • Sorted; not 'picked over'

CLICK HERE for conventions followed for free listings
Saint Joseph, IL


St. Joseph Twp-Swearingen Memorial Library
201 N Third St
217-469-2159




May 4 - 27; Aug 3 - 26
  • Mon 1-8, Tue 9-6, Wed 1-6, Thu 9-6, Fri 9-5, Sat 9-1
  • 3,000 books; 50% donated; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; Donation
Salem, IL

Bryan-Bennett Library
217 West Main St
618-548-7784

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • .25-$1
  • Books, mags, puzzles, videos

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Springfield, IL


Lincoln Library
326 South 7th Street



May 16

Watch this spot for details on the next great sale!
Sterling, IL

Sterling Public Library
102 W Third St
815-625-1370

April; Oct 3
  • 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
Stickney, IL

Stickney-Forest View Library
6800 W. 43rd St
708-749-1050

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
Streamwood, IL

Poplar Creek Public Library
1405 S. Park Ave

Ongoing
  • Mon-Thu 9-9, Fri, Sat 9-5, Sun noon-5
  • .50-$1
  • No scanners
  • Credit cards accepted
Troy, IL

Tri-Township Public Library
209 S. Main St.
618-667-9806

April 18; May 1; May 16; June 5; June 20; July 3; July 18; Aug 7; Aug 15; Sept 4; Sept 19; Oct 2; Oct 17; Nov 6; Nov 21; Dec 4; Dec 19
  • 9-noon
  • 3,000 books; 90% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .10-$2
Union, IL

McHenry County Historical Society
6422 Main St
815-923-2267

July 12; Oct 11
  • Sun 10-2
  • 50% donated; no buyer restrictions; $1-$2
Urbana, IL

Urbana Free Library
210 W. Green St
217-367-4057



Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • Year round selection of used books in Friends Cafe, $2 each
Urbana, IL

University of Illinois YMCA
held at
UI Stock Pavilion
1402 W. Pennsylvania Ave



Aug
  • Sun 11-3
  • Preview: Sat 8-3 (fee $5 - students free)
  • 1,500+ books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; .50-$1; Sun 2:30: free
  • Volunteers may purchase before the sale opens; some books donated to another charity
  • Credit cards and Venmo accepted

CLICK HERE for conventions followed for free listings
Vernon Hills, IL


Aspen Drive Library
701 Aspen Dr


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
Villa Park, IL

Villa Park Public Library
305 S Ardmore Ave.
630-834-1164

Ongoing
  • During Library hours
Washington, IL

Washington District Library
380 N Wilmor Rd
309-444-2241, 309-444-7621

April; Oct
  • Fri 1-5, Sat 9-1, Sun 1-5, Mon 9-6, Tue 9-3
  • Preview: Thu 6-8, Educators only
  • 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
Watseka, IL

Watseka Public Library
201 S 4th St
815-432-4544

April 16 - 18
  • Thu, Fri 9-5; Sat 9-noon
  • 2,000 books; 35% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; no buyer restrictions; Donation
  • Friends can take books while setting up
Waukegan, IL

Waukegan Public Library
128 N County Street
847-623-2041

May 30 - 31
  • Sat 10-4:30, Sun 1-4:30
  • Preview: Fri 3-5:30, Friends, join at door
  • 5,000 books; sorted; no buyer restrictions; Sun: $6/bag
  • Credit cards accepted
Westchester, IL

Westchester Public Library
10700 Canterbury
(1600 south, 1/2 mile west of Mannheim Rd)
708-562-3573

Ongoing
  • Library hours
  • Paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; mags .25
  • New books added every week
Wheaton, IL

Wheaton Public Library
225 N. Cross St
630-668-1374

Aug
  • Thu 9-9, Fri 9-7, Sat 9-5, Sun 1-5
  • Preview: Wed 5pm-8pm, Friends, join at door
  • not 'picked over'; Sat, Sun bag sale
  • No electronic devices of any kind are allowed in the sale. That includes laptops, cell phones, scanners, etc.
Wilmette, IL

Wilmette Public Library
1242 Willmette Ave
847-256-5025



Bookstore
  • Library hours
  • Thousands books; .50-$10
  • Credit cards accepted
Winnetka, IL

Christ Church
470 Maple
(Maple & Oak, 1 blk e of Green Bay)
847-446-2850

(Annex -West bldg)

June; Oct
  • Thousands of books; 100% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; .50-$5
  • Sat 8am-noon
Woodstock, IL

Woodstock Public Library
414 W Judd St
815-338-0542

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

CLICK HERE for conventions followed for free listings
Yorkville, IL


Yorkville Public Library
902 Game Farm Rd
630-553-4354


Sept 5
  • Sat 9-4
  • 5,000 books; 98% donated; 50% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions; $1
  • Credit cards accepted
Zion, IL

Zion-Benton Public Library
2400 Gabriel Ave.
847-872-4680

Ongoing

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Terre Haute, IN


Vigo County Public Library
680 Poplar St.
812-232-1113

(7th & Poplar Sts, approx. 2 miles north of I-70)

May 1 - 3
  •  Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale! 
  • Main Library Meeting Rooms A, B, & C
  • Thousands of books available and sorted by genre
  • Shop your favorite genres and authors, children's books, magazines, movies, music,  and more!
  • May 1 to 3, 2026
  • Members-only Preview Sale Friday, May 1 from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
    • $5 memberships are available at the door.
  • Public Sale Saturday, May 2 from 9:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m.
  • 50% Off Sale Sunday, May 3 from 1:00 p.m.to 3:00 p.m.
  • This sale is one of the largest Friends fundraisers of the year. Do Not Miss It!

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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




April 16 - 18
  • 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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New Orleans, LA


Symphony Book Fair 2026
University of New Orleans Lakefront Arena
6801 Franklin Avenue
504-861-2004

Enter the sale under Ramp 1 (which faces Franklin Ave)


May 30 - 31
  •  Symphony Book Fair 2026  The largest used book sale in the New Orleans area!
  • Browse our selection of cookbooks, collectibles, fiction and non-fiction, South, classics, history, science, health, religion, art, poetry, politics, economics, biography, military history - 
  • Over 50 categories in all
  • You will also find
    • Original artwork
    • Frames
    • Prints, posters, photographs
    • Sheet music
    • CDs, audio books, DVDs, Vinyl records
    • Puzzles, games
    • Knick knacks
  • Saturday, May 30: 9 am to 6 pm
    • Entrance fee $20 - 9am till noon. (best selections) (after 12 pm free entrance)
  • Sunday, May 31: 9 am to 4 pm
    • (free entrance all day)
  • On Sunday 5/31 from 11am – 2pm there will be a children’s book sale. A child, accompanied by an adult, can decorate a bag and fill with children’s books for $5.00.
  • NOTE: There will be a charge of $1.00 for use of credit or debit card. No tax is charged.
  • All proceeds benefit the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra.  For further information visit  www.LPOvolunteers.org. or our facebook page LPO Volunteers, bookfair.
  • Free Parking
  • See us on Facebook

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Dearborn, MI


Presented by the American Association
of University Women-Dearborn
at Dearborn Historical Museum
915 S. Brady Street



April 25
  • Join the AAUW for a  Rare & Collectible Book Sale 
  • Books Dating as Far Back as 1880!
    • Saturday, April 25, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Approximately 200 special books in this sale
    • Large groups of $3 and $10 books!
    • Others individually priced up to $75
  • Contact us at  booksale.aauw.dbn@gmail.com
  • “Like” us on Facebook www.facebook.com/AAUW.Dearborn.books
  • Proceeds support Literacy and Education
  • Presented by the American Association of University Women-Dearborn
    • Dearborn Historical Museum, 915 S. Brady Street
  • Come find some wonderful gems looking for a new home!

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Detroit, MI

Festival of Books!
9th Annual Detroit Festival of Books (AKA Detroit Bookfest) FREE!
Eastern Market
Shed 5
2934 Russell Street
Detroit, Michigan

Detroit Book Festival




July 19
  •  9th Annual Detroit Festival of Books! (aka: Detroit Bookfest) FREE!
  • Sunday, July 19, 2026
    • 10am - 4pm
  • Festival takes place at Eastern Market Shed 5
    • (Shed 5 is wheelchair-accessible)
  • Entry is FREE!
  • Our 9th Annual Detroit Bookfest  will feature over 300+ vendors selling.....you guessed it ....BOOKS!
    • Books of all sorts: used, rare, antiquarian, unusual, ephemera, authors, etc.:
  • Vendors will also be selling vinyl records, comic books, creative arts, vintage board games and more!
  • Entry is FREE!
  • Food, beer and DJ Seven Whales will be bringing the funk music!
  • Website
  • Questions
  • Photos from 2025
  • Prospective vendors read this (and apply using link at bottom of article)
  • FaceBook event page
  • Want to see the size of Shed 5? Click here for a virtual tour

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Livonia, MI

BOOKSTOCK
Another Huge Bookstock Sale!
Laurel Park Place
37700 W. 6 Mile Road
(1/4 mile east of I-275)
248-502-2849

April 26 - May 3
  • BOOKSTOCK - Used Book and Media Sale
  • Over 400,000 gently used Books and Media
  • Over 50 categories of pre-sorted books and merchandise including:
    • Current fiction, children's books, biographies, cookbooks, art books, rare and unusual books, vinyl, Audio books
    • Records, CD's and DVD's
    • Books on tape
    • Dozens of Categories
  • Books are NOT picked over before the sale, and there is no limit!
  • April 26 to May 3
  • Preview Sale - $25 Entry Fee
    • Sunday April 26, 8 AM to 11 AM
  • Regular Hours - Free Entry
    • April 26, Sunday 11 AM - 6 PM
    • April 27 - May 3 (Monday - Saturday) 11 AM - 7 PM
    • May 3, 11 AM - 6 PM
  • Great prices!
    • FINAL DAY OF SALE -  1/2 OFF ALL BOOKS AND MEDIA
  • TEACHER APPRECIATION - 50% DISCOUNT FOR TEACHERS WITH A VALID I.D.
    • April 28 & 29 Tuesday & Wednesday 2 PM to 7 PM both days
  • POCKET PAPERBACK PALOOZA - Friday & Saturday, May 1 and 2, 11 AM to 7 PM
    • 12 Pocket Paperbacks for $10
  • Click here to see our web site
  • Click here to see us on Facebook
  • Follow us on Twitter
  • All proceeds benefit organizations that support the need to read

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Cleveland, OH

100,000+ Books Await You!
2026 ACE BOOK SALE!
LOCATION:
3631 Perkins Avenue
Cleveland, OH
216-368-2090

*Free parking

May 30 - June 2
  • DATES:
    • Saturday, May 30 – Tuesday, June 2, 2026
  • JOIN US FOR THE 2026 ACE BOOK SALE!
    • Experience one of the region’s largest book sales, hosted by the Association for Continuing Education (ACE) at Case Western Reserve University. This year’s event promises an incredible selection of over 100,000 books and multimedia items, with something for everyone!
  • HIGHLIGHTS:
    • Rare and Collectible Books: Discover unique treasures and antiquarian gems.
    • Diverse Genres: Fiction, Literature, Performing Arts, Psychology, Religion, Philosophy, Fine Arts, Cookbooks, Sports, Gardening, Science, Business, History, Politics, Travel, Children's Books—just to name a few!
    • Foreign Language Books: Expand your horizons with books written in various languages.
    • Multimedia: CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, sheet music, and more.
  • SALE SCHEDULE:
    • Preview Sale (Early Access):
      • Saturday, May 30: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM ($25 admission fee)
    • General Sale (Free Admission):
      • Saturday, May 30: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    • Shopper Card Coupon Day:
      • Sunday, May 31: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Free admission and save $5 off first $15 purchase with a designated postcard or online coupon)
    • Discount Day - Reduced Pricing:
      • Monday, June 1: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM (free admission)
    • Final Day - $10/Box Sale
      • Tuesday, June 2: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (free admission and fill a box for $10)
  • ADDITIONAL PERKS:
    • Credit cards accepted for all purchases.
    • Nothing is removed before the sale—everything is available for you to explore.
  • WHY ATTEND?
    • Funds raised support ACE’s adult education programs at Case Western Reserve University. Whether you're a book collector or simply looking for great reads at unbeatable prices, this event is not to be missed.
    • Follow us on Facebook for updates and sneak peeks of featured items!
    • We hope to see you there—come explore a mile of books!
  • ACE WEBSITE: https://www.acesite.org/book-sale-event
  • ACE FACEBOOK PAGEhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054666630473

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Lancaster, PA


Friends of Lancaster Public Library
at Franklin and Marshall College
Alumni Sports and Fitness Center
929 Harrisburg Pike
(for campus map see www.fandm.edu/visit
717-295-1950



June 20 - 22
  • 300,000+ ITEMS!
  • Books! CDs! DVDs! Records! Puzzles! Games
  • Explore over multiple tables of 50 categories, including sets, in our large space.
  • Great Prices
    • About 40% of books are priced at $2 for hardback & 50 cents for paperback
    • The rest are priced Individually and include some very nice collectibles and current fiction and nonfiction. 
    • Cash, checks, and all major credit cards accepted
    • PA sales tax of 6% added unless buyer has tax exempt ID
  • SALE DATES: JUNE 20 TO 22
    • Saturday, 7AM-8PM
    • Sunday, 8AM-7PM  
    • Monday, 8AM-5PM  HALF-PRICE DAY!!
  • NO PREVIEW AND ADMISSION IS FREE TO ALL
  • Venue is handicapped accessible
  • Free Parking
  • All proceeds benefit Lancaster Public Library and Friends.
  • Questions? Contact ronadams4909@gmail.com

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State College, PA


150,000+ Books!
AAUW State College Used Book Sale
Penn State University-University Park
Snider Agricultural Arena
Corner of Park Avenue and Fox Hollow Roads

(Diagonally across Park Avenue from Beaver Stadium - 800 East Park Ave., State College, PA 16803)



May 9 - 12
  •  2026 AAUW State College Used Book Sale 
  • Exceptional quality and selection!
  • Over 150,000 used books, puzzles, games, CDs and DVDs
  • 30+ categories of books including:
    • Children's books * Fiction * Biography/Memoirs * Business/Economics * Collectors * Cookbooks * History * Coffee Table books * Religion * Science * Sports * Travel * (and more)
  • Credit cards, Cash and Checks are accepted
  • SALE DATES: May 9 to 12
    • Saturday & Sunday (5/9 & 5/10) - 9 am to 8 pm
      • All books marked full price
    • Monday (5/11) -  9 am to 8 pm
      • Half Price Day!
    • Tuesday, (5/12) - 9 am to 7 pm
      • Bag Day - fill a standard grocery bag for $10.00
  • Cash, checks and major credit cards will be accepted.
  • Parking is free.
  • All proceeds fund grants to support projectos of Centre County non-profits that align with AAUW's mission and scholarships awarded to women adult learner undergraduate students residing in 'Centre County.
  • Questions? Email info@aauwstatecollege.org
  • booksale@aauwstatecollege.org 
  • Learn more: aauwstatecollege.org/used_book_sale_centre_county/
  • Shoppers: Bring your own bags and enjoy our treasure hunt!

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Kingsport, TN


Friends of Kingsport Library
at: Meadowview Convention Center
1901 Meadowview Parkway
423-967-7135



Aug 6 - 9
  •   2026 Kingsport BOOK FAIR   - New Dates!
  • Presenting 15,000 - 20,000 Used Books at Bargain Prices
    • Fiction - Nonfiction - Children's - Large Print - Textbooks - Cookbooks
    • Art - History/Biography - Classics - Regional - Nature - NonEnglish
    • Wellness - Sports/Transportation - Nature/Travel - Vintage
    • Hardcover - Paperback - Multimedia - Vinyl - Puzzles
    • Each item has been individually priced
  • Items are sorted in one of 30+ categories and priced individually based on condition, popularity, and age
    • 99% donated. 50% hardcover. 
    • Great Prices: 25 cents to 5 dollars. 
    • Sales < $25: Cash only. Sales >= $25: Cash or Credit/Debit Card
  • *** NEW DATES!  Please note the date change from the originally planned Feb 26-March 1, 2026 ***
  • Thursday Pre$ale - $10 Admission (cash) August 6th, 5 pm to 9 pm
  • *Attendees may request ADVANCE ENTRY by sending an email to Kbf.thursday@gmail.com with name(s), city, state, & phone number. They will receive an ADVANCE ENTRY NUMBER by email before the Sale.
  • No admission charged Friday - Sunday
  • Friday - Saturday, August 7th to 9th:  9 am to 7 pm
    • Half-price sale begins Saturday at 4 pm
  • $10 Bag Sale Sunday, August 9th, 12:45 pm to 4 pm
  • Our donations have NOT been picked over or scanned for online selling of the gems.
    • Book Dealers welcome. Use of scanners is accepted
  • Questions 423-967-7135 (voice or text)
  • * We LOVE large volume buyers! We expect anyone using a scanner to return books to the original display state after scanning. Wagons & carts are welomed.*
  • All profits fund literacy programs of the Friends of the Kingsport Public Library Sullivan County Imagination Library & Literacy Council of Kingsport.
  • Additional info or to Volunteer to Help: KingsportBookFair@gmail.com



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