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Map to Book Place, 1608 Grant Avenue, Novato
Hours:
Tuesday-Saturday, 10-4 pm.
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Donations accepted Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
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Phone:
415 209 0212
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Our mailing address is:
​Friends of the Marin County Free Library
3501 Civic Center Drive, Suite 414
San Rafael, CA 94903
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We are a nonprofit 501(c)3 group of volunteers dedicated to making our library system and its programs the best they can be. Anyone who enjoys the pleasure of a good book or the myriad of benefits and services of the library should be a friend. Our non-profit tax ID is 23-7098721.
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Our email address is: mcflFriends@gmail.com
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The Friends work with library staff to sponsor:
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Entertainment, education, and connection for local communities through book clubs, lectures, storytimes, movie nights, and crafting classes.
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Internet and technology access, computer literacy skills, and support for individuals, businesses, job seekers, and entrepreneurs.
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Conversation clubs in Spanish and English for adults learners and bilingual storytimes for children.
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Give away books for children to keep and cherish. Last year over 1500 new books were given to children in partnership with First 5 Marin.
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On the Wall Art lending programs.
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The Shop at South Novato, with hands-on learning and activities for all ages.
The Board Friends of the Marin County Free Library focuses on the programs and services for the entire County Library system. We also have Friends chapters at the five regional libraries (Civic Center, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Marin City, and the Novato libraries). Our income is from sales at our used book store, the Book Place, and membership donations. When you join, you may designate your donation for your favorite branch, or give to the County Friends overall.
December at the Book Place
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The days are moving fast, and this will all be over in a heartbeat. Here’s what we’re doing in December:
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Mystery Hardcovers/Large Paperbacks are on sale. Buy 2 at the regular price ($2) and get a 3rd book FREE. Great way to pick up some favorite authors, or try a new one.
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Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Horror is $2 off the regular price (reg. Hardcover $5, large paperback $4). The small paperbacks are just 50¢ each.
Wander through our shop and find some great gifts. Someone donated a beautiful series of 49 first edition replicas, virtually new with slipcases. Some have already been picked up for unique gifts. We offer them at 25% off the lowest internet price found.
We have lots of puzzles which make a great gift for the family. There are all sorts to choose from: landscapes, nostalgic collages, famous paintings, and more.
Our Gift Table is populated with all types of items at great prices; come see for inspiration.
The best gift may be a gift card, which invites the recipient to slow down, and "enjoy the browse” in our cozy comfort. These are available in any amount.
The Book Place is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am - 4 pm.
Donations accepted Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday ONLY 10am- 4pm.
Book Donation Info​
We are always in need of gently-used materials to keep our selection fresh at The Book Place, our used bookstore in Novato. We accept books, magazines, CDs, DVDs, sheet music and puzzles. However, we ask that you check the Donations Guidelines before packing your donation, as many categories have age limits. We accept donations on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 10am-4pm, in the parking lot behind the store. Look for the large rollup door. We’ll come out to your vehicle and quickly screen your donation, and provide a receipt if you like. If you are donating more than 2-3 bags/boxes, please phone ahead (415-209-0212) to check if we have room to take your donation, or if you have questions about anything you wish to donate. Thanks in advance!
