George Mason Regional Library

Mark your calendars! The George Mason Friends Fall Book Sale is just around the corner. The Friends will host the book sale at George Mason Regional Library, 7001 Little River Turnpike, Annandale. 
A Preview sale, $20 per adult, will be held on Wednesday evening, Sep 23 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
The General, free, 4-day sale, will run from Thursday, Sep 24 thru Sunday, Sep 27, from 10:00 am – 5:30 pm daily. 
A great selection of high-quality used books, CDs, and DVDs in various categories for all ages and interests will be available. Come early for the best selection, then back on Sunday for half-price bargains. Visit our website at georgemasonfriends.blogspot.com.
Proceeds support the Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Program, Library Foundation Scholarships, Fall for the Book Festival, and library programs and equipment for the George Mason Regional Library.
See you at the Book Sale!

Local Event: Fall Book Sale at George Mason Regional Library

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