If you're like me, you have a stack of books next to your bed just waiting to be read. That doesn't stop you, however, from spying a special edition on the shelf of your favorite book store and adopting it on the spot to take it to its Forever Home. Book lovers know that our little literacy habit can get expensive. So why not help the Kalamazoo Public Library make room on their shelves for new books, while building your home library? If anyone asks, you're doing a public service, right? Right?

Attention book lovers, the Kalamazoo Public Library is hosting their Bag-Of-Books Event, Saturday, January 26th from 9am to 3pm. Snag a single paperback for 20 of your finest American cents, or fill a grocery-size bag full for only $3.00. This sale has more than just books. Fill up on DVDs, CDs, Audio books, and more! Bring your own sturdy, reusable shopping bag... you'll thank me later.

Here's what you need to know:

  • Where: Kalamazoo Public Library (Central)
    • 3rd floor - Van Deusen Room
  • When: Saturday, January 26th - 9am to 3pm
  • Cost: $.20 per book/$3.00 per bag
  • ***Cash or Check accepted only***

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