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Westport Library Book Sale


*The event has already taken place on this date: Mon, 10/11/2021
Our book sale is a Fairfield County tradition. Come browse thousands of gently used books in over 40 categories of non-fiction and fiction, for adults, young adults and children, as well as Noteworthy and antiquarian books, vinyl records, CDs, and DVDs, as well as some ephemera and framed art.

Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.

Westport Library Fall Book Sale

inside the Westport Library, 20 Jesup Road

 

Friday, October 8th     -  9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 9th - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, October 10th - Noon to 5:00 p.m. -- Everything half price! 

Monday, October 11th - 9:00 a.m. to Noon -- Everything half price, or fill 

one of our Logo bags for $5 per bag

Note: Featured specials may not be available at half-price on Sunday or Monday.

 

All book sale days / hours are Admission Free, except for limited 

"Early Bird" Admission on Friday October 8th from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.  Early bird tickets must be purchased online in advance, at:  https://westportlibrary-octoberbooksale-earlybirdtix.eventbrite.com.

 

Come browse thousands of gently used books in over 40 categories of non-fiction and fiction, for adults, young adults and children, as well as Noteworthy and antiquarian books, vinyl records, CDs, and DVDs, as well as some ephemera and framed art. 

Of special interest at this sale:

  • Just added:  explore Irishness  -- from a single estate, a broad collection of Irish literature, music, history, references, and more.  Books are mostly from the mid-19th through early-20th century.
  • Music lovers will find an expanded selection of books and sheet music for all musicians, including music from hit Broadway shows, and books about George Gershwin and Cole Porter; adult and youth Choir music; and a large selection of method books for students of piano, strings (including guitar), woodwind and brass.
  • History buffs will be impressed by a recent donation of a collection of military history books, in addition to our usual broad selection of books exploring American and world history and politics.  Military history volumes include a strong World War II component, with several uncommon titles, and scarce periodicals and works about specific weapons and aircraft.
  • Fans of author and poet Erica Jong will find books donated from her personal library, including author-signed presentation copies to Jong, many of which are also signed by Jong, as well as books authored and signed by Jong.
  • A broad selection of books in foreign languages at this sale, including a recent donation of a large collection of new books in Nordic languages, such as Norwegian and Swedish.
 

BYOM (Bring Your Own Mask):  every person over the age of 2 must wear a mask that covers both their nose and mouth at all times while inside the Library.  Patrons are asked to maintain social distance as much as possible.  Hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance, and at stations throughout the Library.  Capacity will be subject to Connecticut guidelines in effect at the time.

 

For more information, including information for high-volume purchasers, please visit the "Events" page of our website.

 

To support your community and volunteer at this Book Sale, use this sign-up link, or email Judi Lake at: volunteers@westportbooksales.org


*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.

Location:

The Westport Library
20 Jesup Road
Westport, CT, 06880
United States

Phone:

203-349-5141
Contact name: 
Westport Book Shop
The event has already taken place on this date: 
10/11/2021
Time: 
Friday, October 8th - 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, October 9th - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, October 10th - Noon to 5:00 p.m. -- Everything half price! Monday, October 11th - 9:00 a.m. to Noon -- Everything half price, or fill
Price: 
FREE except for early bird admission - see website

Ages

All Ages