Brookline Public Library Halts Donations, Book Sale

BROOKLINE, MA — Brookline Public Library has paused its book sale and all donations as it adjusts to new social distancing procedures.

The book sale is usually conducted by Friends of the Brookline Public Library at all three library locations and features former library books along with donations. The library is suggesting that residents consider donating to a Little Free Library until the book sale is up and running again.

"We'll be sure to update you as soon as we can take your pre-loved books again!" said the library in a Twitter post Wednesday.

As of September 1, all Brookline library locations are implementing capacity limits and a mask mandate for all guests age 2 and older. In addition, all programming will be virtual, community rooms are unavailable for booking, and eating and drinking is prohibited until further notice. The number of available computers will also be limited to allow for social distancing.

"Due to the nature of the pandemic, please be mindful that things can change quickly," said Sara F. Slymon in a letter to the community.

"As always, I want to thank you all for your understanding and support as we all work through this unprecedented time together," she continued. "I can speak for the Board of Trustees and all Library staff when I say, we are all looking forward to offering unfettered access to the libraries, and of course, to the end of the pandemic."

Updates to COVID-19 safety policies at Brookline libraries can be found here.