We are getting ready for 2025 Book Sale! Sign up for Book Donation Drive on Wed, Oct 16 from 3 to 7 pm! Volunteer!
Supporting the Lucius Beebe Library of Wakefield, MA
When and where is the Book Sale?
The Annual Book Sale has traditionally been held on the first weekend in June.
In 2021, the Annual Book Sale was held at the old Hurd School at Cordis and Pleasant, Wakefield. Please stay tuned for announcements about the 2024 book sale at the Hurd School. Please note The Book Sale is looking for alternative locations in 2025 as the Hurd space may no longer be available.
What can I donate to the Book Sale?
• Books
• Antique books or collections
• Vintage magazines (pristine condition only, please)
• Graphic novels, comic books
What is not accepted?
• The Friends have stopped accepting CDs, DVDs and vinyl records, games or puzzles
Textbooks
• Encyclopedias
• Magazines
• Damaged or musty books
• VHS tapes
• Abridged or condensed books
When and where can I drop off donations?
The Friends announce book donation drops periodically. Please look for email communications and announcements on the home page of this website, social media, or the Daily Item. Please email beebebooksale@gmail.com for more information.
Where do unsold books go after the Book Sale?
Many are used for the follow-up Book give-aways at the Festival by the Lake and Farmers Market. We also work with many local non-profits who gratefully select materials to support other local, and even international, outreach projects.
Who should I contact about helping?
For more information or to volunteer, please contact the Friends' volunteer coordinator at volunteers@friendsofbeebe.org
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