Maricopa’s Friends of the Library host annual book sale

The Friends of the Maricopa Community Library held their second annual used book sale on Saturday, October 22, in conjunction with the Rancho El Dorado community garage sale event.

Pat Lacey was on the corner publicizing the book sale.

Fiction, non-fiction, romance, reference and children’s books were available.

Books and videos, which were on display in the Santa Rosa Elementary School multi-purpose room, went for the bargain price of $1 per bag.

Member Jane Henig (left) was kept busy with book sales.

All proceeds from this sale, which lasted until noon, will go toward support for the library’s programs and services.

Formed in April of 2004, the Friends are a non-profit fundraising and support group for the city’s Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department. They hope to continue increasing public awareness about the services, programs and facilities offered by our community library. The group organized a Harry Potter birthday party for Maricopa children in July and provided volunteers for the recent Founder’s Day event.

Friends of the Library president, Marisa McDonald.

“We’re looking to sponsor more social events, like coffees and teas, to increase our membership. We also hope to sponsor book discussion groups in the community, and, of course, support any new library projects,” explained Friends’ president, Marisa McDonald.

Residents interested in joining the Friends of the Maricopa Community Library can email the group or contact McDonald at (480) 231-3577 for further information.