Friends of the Chester County Library

Book Sale Information

 

Please join us for our Spring Sale, April 11-13, 2025.

Find our book donation guidelines here.

A sampling of what is available at our sales is below:

Books in many subjects – from the sciences to the humanities, fiction, biographies, history, cookbooks, music and movie CDs and DVDs – will be available at bargain prices. A huge selection of children’s books will be available in a separate room.

Becoming a “Friend” Benefits the Library…and You!

  • Join the Friends of the Chester County Library: Friends Membership BrochureYour annual membership provides you with:
    • Advance notice of special programs
    • Sneak preview night at book sales
    • Friends of the Library Fall 2024 Newsletter
    • Coupons for free books for use at the library lobby sales racks
    • Opportunities to plan and be part of fundraisers and special events
    • The satisfaction that you can help the Chester County Library change lives
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Many businesses participate in an Employer Matching Gifts program

Please check with your organization to see if this benefit is available to you.

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The Friends are always looking for book sorter recruits.

You can help us prepare for our wonderful book sales if you can spare an hour or two per week.  Training is provided.  Contact [email protected].

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Make a tribute/memorial gift to support the Chester County Library:

Friends Tribute/Memorial Gift Form

2024 Board of Directors

The Friends of the Chester County Library meet on the first Tuesday of the month (except July).  Meetings are held in the Burke Meeting Room of the Chester County Library at 12:00 PM.  The Annual Meeting of the Board is held on the first Tuesday in December.

NamePosition
Alex DraperPresident
OpenVice-President
David ChartierTreasurer
OpenSecretary
Katherine EllisAudit Chair
Alex DraperBook Sale Chair
Theresa HammondMembership Chair
Katherine EllisBook Sorter Chair
A. Michael BroennleMember at Large
Debbie CelenzaMember at Large
OpenMember at Large
OpenCommunication Chair
OpenPublicity Chair