Rock Island Public Library PALS volunteers will offer the final big book sale of this year on Friday, October 27. The event extends from 10am to 1pm in the Community Room of the Rock Island Downtown Library, 401 19^th Street.

Book lovers can browse a wide selection of pre-owned books and other materials, and pay what they want with a voluntary donation at the last sale for this year. The 4^th Friday book sales take a break in November and December due to holidays. (Never fear, the library does offer standing sale shelves on the ground floor of the Downtown Library, and inside the front lobby of the Southwest Branch.)

To help with 2024 book sales, consider becoming a member of the Rock Island Library Foundation’s Library PALS group, short for People Advocating for Library Services. Your time can help the library continue to offer these special sales. For information about annual membership and volunteering, see the Volunteer Page of the Library website. 

A PALS membership is a long-term way to advocate for the value of the library, and provides sustaining support for fine-free lending, special programs, and events at RIPL. PALS dues and fundraising efforts are managed by the Rock Island Public Library Foundation, a 501c3 charitable organization.

Unless specially marked, book sale items are priced as “fill a bag for a voluntary donation.” All proceeds benefit special library projects, including fine-free lending for Rock Island Public Library cardholders.

The Rock Island Public Library does accept book donations that are in good condition, and magazines published within the last year. Heavily worn or damaged books, textbooks, and encyclopedias are not accepted. Donated items may be taken to the Rock Island Downtown Library or Rock Island Southwest Branch during regular hours. For more donation guidelines, please visit the Library's book sale page. 

For more news about events and services at the Rock Island Public Library, visit the library website, follow library social media, or call 309-732-READ.