Press release from the Friends of the Henderson County Public Library:
The Friends of the Henderson County Public Library wants more children to have books for Christmas. It is offering a special discount on children’s books at its new bookstore.
From Tuesday, Dec. 8, through Tuesday, Dec. 22, a box of children’s books is only $10. The Friends provides the boxes, which are large enough to hold a lot of books.
For more than half a century, the Friends has been raising money to support the library. They purchase books and equipment and sponsor programs. Until the pandemic, they raised about $100,000 a year, a remarkable achievement for an all-volunteer organization.
Now the Friends has opened a new bookstore. Thousands of books, DVDs, and CDs are for sale. The bookstore is in the Friends building – 1940 Spartanburg Hwy in Hendersonville (next to Dollar General) — and is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 12–4 p.m.
The public is welcome, and members of the Friends get a 10% discount on all purchases. (You can join the Friends at the bookstore). Anyone can donate books, CDs, and DVDs during the hours the store is open.
Everything at the bookstore is in excellent condition. Books are shelved by author or subject so they are easy to find, and they are restocked throughout the week.
The bookstore follows health guidelines. Anyone entering must wear a mask and practice social distancing. Hand sanitizers are available. When the store is busy, shopping is limited to 30 minutes.
The Friends always needs more volunteers. It is a great way to interact with people who love reading and recognize the importance of a vibrant, up-to-date library system to the community.
E-mail to learn more about the bookstore and volunteering at bookstore@fotl.info, call 828-513-5115), or visit the Friends’ website at fotl.info.
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