Do not miss the items for sale in the display case. There are many beautiful 'gifty' things that will be just perfect for someone on your list, and all at an affordable price! We look forward to seeing you!
See you there!
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We are an active group of volunteers who support our community through blood, sweat, and year-round book sales. VOLUNTEERS and DONATIONS of books, money, and time are always welcome! Call 703-829-5467.
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Holiday Sale!
Today is the day! The 2008 Holiday Mini-Sale begins at 10 a.m. at Reston Regional Library today. Gift books and other gift items will be available for your purchase. We take checks and cash. If you can't get there today, don't despair! The sale runs through the 8th and we'll be restocking regularly.
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Niche Topics Abound
We are well aware that this book is a niche topic book, but if YOU are the person who has been searching for a copy in order to finish a graduate degree, you are thrilled to find it at the RestonFriends storefront at Amazon. We call this storefront Amazon1 and it is where we market those books that are worth more cash than they would generate at one of our Semi-Annual Used book sales. These books are also unlikely to be seen to their best advantage at one of our big sales, so we use Amazon1 to match the specific niche book to the specific buyer. So far, it has worked very well. Our Amazon sales have been amazing, and some of the books that were ones that "only a mother could love" surprised us most with how quickly they sold. This book is $35 at Amazon1.
In today's economic client, the most effective managers and the most likely to experience retention, are those who have multiple skills. Managing conflict is a HUGE asset for a manager, especially as work environments tighten up financially. This book is available for $15.94 at our Amazon1 site. Current Friends can e-mail us to get these books directly without paying shipping.
Don't forget! The Holiday Mini-Sale starts tomorrow! Don't give an ordinary gift in extraordinary times! In the New Books area of the Reston Regional Library, beginning at 10 a.m. December 3.
And please remember, all books for sale are donations that the library could not use in its collection, and all sale proceeds benefit Reston Regional Library specifically, and Fairfax County Public Library System generally. The Friends organization is a 501(c)(3) and all persons connected with our efforts are volunteers.
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Monday, December 1, 2008
Follow the Money
Just what does the Friends organization do with the money we raise through used book sales? One important function is that we help underwrite children's programs such as the one featured here. As part of the summer reading program for 2008, former Harlem Globetrotter Spencer "Spinny" Johnson visited Reston Regional Library with a presentation for children. Mr. Johnson focused on the power of positive thinking, physical fitness, and self-confidence. The children (and the adults) were captivated by his skills with the ball and motivated by his message.
Thank you, patrons of our various used book sales, for making it possible for the Friends to bring great role models to the Fairfax County Public Library!
Don't forget - this WEDNESDAY - December 3, the Holiday Mini Used Book Sale will begin in the New Books area of the library during regular library hours. We'll take cash or checks for your purchases. If you have questions, e-mail us!
Photos of Summer Reading Program by Alisha Isaac
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