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      Friends of the Pasadena Public Library Bookstore Reopens

      Shelves of used books

      Used Book Sale (File Photo – NeoBatfreak)

      The Friends of the Pasadena Public Library (FOPPL) Bookstore is open again with a variety of used books, DVDs, CDs, LPs, and lots of children’s books.

      By News Desk

      The FOPPL bookstore is located on the Jefferson Elementary School campus at 1500 East Villa Street (between Hill and Allen), directly east of the Jefferson Library Branch. The bookstore is open Mondays through Thursdays and Saturdays from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm. It is closed on Fridays and Sundays.

      Altadena Residents Discounts

      Currently, all Altadena residents can enjoy 50% off all purchases, plus a free book with any purchase. The bookstore is also supporting teachers and schools by donating books and offering significant discounts on additional children’s books.

      Book Sale

      A book sale will be held on Saturday, April 5, from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. For just $5, you can fill a grocery bag (provided on-site) with books. There will also be large/oversized coffee table books available for sale.

      For inquiries, email Adrienne at phrogg8@gmail.com. Proceeds from sales help fund programs at the library’s 10 branches, including One City One Story, Summer Reading, Women’s History Month, Black History Month, Latino Heritage Month, Asian American and Pacific Islander Month, Native American Heritage Month, and more.

      FOPPL Book Sale
      April 5, 2025
      11:00 am - 2:00 pm
      Location
      Jefferson Elementary School
      1500 E Villa St.
      Pasadena, CA 91106

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