The Friends of the Salina Public Library are hosting the Fantastic Fall Book Sale to culminate Friends of the Library Week. In recognition of the Friends’ support for the library, Mayor Melissa Hodges proclaimed October 17-23 as Friends of the Library week in Salina. The proclamation presented at the October 11th City Commission meeting recognized the Friends work at the library is the cornerstone of the community in providing opportunities for all to engage in the joy of lifelong learning.
The Friends act as a “booster club” for the library. They raise funds to support summer reading programs, procure equipment for classes, assist with special programs, and provide scholarships for teen volunteers.Friends Board President Mary Shaffer said that this book sale is one of the two really big book sales of the year. Friday, October 22 from 4:30 – 7:30 will be a preview for Friends members. The sale is open to the public on Saturday, October 23 from 9:30 – 6:00. On Sunday, October 24 from 1:00 – 4:00, the public may purchase books for $5.00 a bag.
Laura Rhodenbaugh, Friends Board Treasurer, notes that they have a big variety of offerings—books, audiobooks, movies, music CD’s and games—all at really bargain prices. “If someone is a mystery or romance fan, then they are really in luck because we have hundreds of selections.”The books the Friends prepare for their sales come from books withdrawn from the library collection and public donations. Donations to the Friends can be made during library hours—a donation box is right inside the front door of the library.
The Friends will conduct a Membership Drive the week leading up to the sale. Anyone can become a member anytime--but during this special enrollment period, local merchants have given coupons and small prizes to encourage membership. Yearlong memberships are $5 for students, $10 for individuals, and $25 for families.
