BETHLEHEM, Pa. – It’s just about time to turn over a new leaf this fall season with a good book.
“We’re always stocking up here,” said Emily Haddad of Bethlehem.
Homeschool is back in session for Haddad, and the Bethlehem Area Public Library book sale is the ideal resource to help her children prioritize reading.
“We never know what we’re going to find,” Haddad said. “Most of the time I’m just finding children’s books and then if I have time, check out some novels for myself.”
Thousands of gently used, donated books fill the shelves of the ground floor book sale room.
“People are leaving with bags and bags full of books, and that’s just so amazing,” said Haddad.
Avid readers, from near and far, are sifting through their favorite genres.
Heidi Young is visiting from Schuylkill County.
“I traveled quite a distance to come here. I come looking for used books for my daughter’s coffee shop,” said Young.
For bookworms looking to broaden their collection, there are also donations of CDs, records, DVDs, and video games.
Book sale proceeds support the library’s operation and go towards the purchase of new books. This is one of their biggest fundraisers.
“They just love when people come out and clear their shelves so that they can do it again,” said Young. “It’s a great way to support your local library.
Wednesday’s sale ends at 8 p.m. If your weekend isn’t fully booked, the second day of the September sale will take place on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.