Cancelled – Rare & Special Book Sale

Posted by bonnie on 16 September 19

Cancelled -sorry for the inconvenience

Rare & Special Book Sale

Posted by bonnie on 16 September 19

A Bibliophile’s Dream Sale!

The Rare and Special Book Sale will be held October 8 & 9 at the San Rafael Community Center at 618  B  Street (next to Safeway.)  This annual sale is a favorite of bibliophiles and collectors, artists, designers and those who create collage or book arts projects using ephemera.

There will be a preview for members of Friends of the San Rafael Libraries from 12:00 to 1:00 on Friday, October 8;  you may renew or join at the door.

The sale will be open to the public on Friday, following the member preview, from 1:30 until 4:45pm.
Hours on Saturday, October 9 will be from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Books will be set out on tables in an enormous community room adjoining a sunny patio.  Books date from the 1800’s to 1940.  Material offered will cover all genres from vintage children’s books, to cooking, poetry, fiction, history, natural history, etc.  Two large collections of single artist art books are included, plus classical CDs, vintage movies on DVD, old magazines, art show catalogs and unique paper ephemera.  All books have been donated and researched in the past two years;  Covid caused us to postpone our March 2020 sale.

Everyone attending must wear a mask at all times.  Thank you for helping us all stay safe and healthy.

More than 400 individuals and families help support the San Rafael Libraries each year through their membership in Friends of the San Rafael Public Libraries. The Friends participate in fundraising, advocacy, and volunteering all of which plays an important part in supporting library programs such as Summer Reading, Art Talks, and others throughout the year. Volunteers organize and staff book sales, research rare books, sort book donations, and work at the Friends Books store at 1016 C Street. 

Rare & Special Book Sale

Posted by bonnie on 16 September 19

A Bibliophile’s Dream Sale!

The Rare and Special Book Sale will be held October 8 & 9 at the San Rafael Community Center at 618  B  Street (next to Safeway.)  This annual sale is a favorite of bibliophiles and collectors, artists, designers and those who create collage or book arts projects using ephemera.

There will be a preview for members of Friends of the San Rafael Libraries from 12:00 to 1:00 on Friday, October 8;  you may renew or join at the door.

The sale will be open to the public on Friday, following the member preview, from 1:30 until 4:45pm.

Hours on Saturday, October 9 will be from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Books will be set out on tables in an enormous community room adjoining a sunny patio.  Books date from the 1800’s to 1940.  Material offered will cover all genres from vintage children’s books, to cooking, poetry, fiction, history, natural history, etc.  Two large collections of single artist art books are included, plus classical CDs, vintage movies on DVD, old magazines, art show catalogs and unique paper ephemera.  All books have been donated and researched in the past two years;  Covid caused us to postpone our March 2020 sale.

Everyone attending must wear a mask at all times.  Thank you for helping us all stay safe and healthy.

More than 400 individuals and families help support the San Rafael Libraries each year through their membership in Friends of the San Rafael Public Libraries. The Friends participate in fundraising, advocacy, and volunteering all of which plays an important part in supporting library programs such as Summer Reading, Art Talks, and others throughout the year. Volunteers organize and staff book sales, research rare books, sort book donations, and work at the Friends Books store at 1016 C Street. 

Rare & Special Book Sale

Posted by bonnie on 16 September 19

A Bibliophile’s Dream Sale!

The Rare and Special Book Sale will be held October 20 & 21 at the San Rafael Community Center at 618 B  Street (next to Safeway.)  This annual sale is a favorite of bibliophiles and collectors, artists, designers and those who create collage or book arts projects using ephemera.

There will be a preview for members of Friends of the San Rafael Libraries from 11:00 to 12:00 on Friday, October 20,
You may renew or join at the door.

The sale will be open to the public on Friday, following the member preview, from 12:00-4:00pm.

Hours on Saturday, October 21, will be from 9:30am to 3:00pm.

Books will be set out on tables in an enormous community room adjoining a sunny patio.  Books date from the 1800’s to 1960.  Material offered will cover all genres from vintage children’s books, to cooking, poetry, fiction, history, natural history, etc.  Two large collections of single artist art books are included, plus classical CDs, vintage movies on DVD, old magazines, art show catalogs and unique paper ephemera.  All books have been donated and researched.

More than 400 individuals and families help support the San Rafael Libraries each year through their membership in Friends of the San Rafael Public Libraries. The Friends participate in fundraising, advocacy, and volunteering all of which plays an important part in supporting library programs such as Summer Reading, Art Talks, and others throughout the year. Volunteers organize and staff book sales, research rare books, sort book donations, and work at the Friends Books store at 1016 C Street. 

Support the San Rafael Libraries throughout the year by joining the Friends.

Rare & Special Book Sale

Posted by bonnie on 16 September 19

A Bibliophile’s Dream Sale!

The Rare and Special Book Sale will be held October 20 & 21 at the San Rafael Community Center at 618 B  Street (next to Safeway.)  This annual sale is a favorite of bibliophiles and collectors, artists, designers and those who create collage or book arts projects using ephemera.

There will be a preview for members of Friends of the San Rafael Libraries from 11:00 to 12:00 on Friday, October 20,
You may renew or join at the door.

The sale will be open to the public on Friday, following the member preview, from 12:00-4:00pm.

Hours on Saturday, October 21, will be from 9:30am to 3:00pm.

Books will be set out on tables in an enormous community room adjoining a sunny patio.  Books date from the 1800’s to 1960.  Material offered will cover all genres from vintage children’s books, to cooking, poetry, fiction, history, natural history, etc.  Two large collections of single artist art books are included, plus classical CDs, vintage movies on DVD, old magazines, art show catalogs and unique paper ephemera.  All books have been donated and researched.

More than 400 individuals and families help support the San Rafael Libraries each year through their membership in Friends of the San Rafael Public Libraries. The Friends participate in fundraising, advocacy, and volunteering all of which plays an important part in supporting library programs such as Summer Reading, Art Talks, and others throughout the year. Volunteers organize and staff book sales, research rare books, sort book donations, and work at the Friends Books store at 1016 C Street. 

Support the San Rafael Libraries throughout the year by joining the Friends.

Rare & Special Book Sale

Posted by bonnie on 16 September 19

A Bibliophile’s Dream Sale!

The Rare and Special Book Sale will be held October 18th and 19th at the First Presbyterian Church, in Canoles Hall located at Mission and E Streets.
This annual sale is a favorite of bibliophiles and collectors, artists, designers and those who create collage or book arts projects using ephemera.

There will be a preview for members of Friends of the San Rafael Libraries from 12:00 to 1:00 on Friday, October 18. You may renew your membership or join online or at the door on the day of the sale.

The sale will be open to the public on Friday, from 1:00-5:00pm, following the member preview,

Hours on Saturday, October 19, will be from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Books will be set out on tables in an enormous community room adjoining a sunny patio.  Books date from the 1800’s to 1960.  Material offered will cover all genres from vintage children’s books, to cooking, poetry, fiction, history, natural history, etc.  Two large collections of single artist art books are included, plus classical CDs, vintage movies on DVD, old magazines, art show catalogs and unique paper ephemera.  All books have been donated and researched.

More than 400 individuals and families help support the San Rafael Libraries each year through their membership in Friends of the San Rafael Public Libraries. The Friends participate in fundraising, advocacy, and volunteering all of which plays an important part in supporting library programs such as Summer Reading, Art Talks, and others throughout the year.

Volunteers organize and staff book sales, research rare books, sort book donations, and work at the Friends Books store at 1016 C Street. Become a volunteer 

Rare & Special Book Sale

Posted by bonnie on 16 September 19

A Bibliophile’s Dream Sale!

The Rare and Special Book Sale will be held October 18th and 19th at the First Presbyterian Church, in Canoles Hall located at Mission and E Streets.
This annual sale is a favorite of bibliophiles and collectors, artists, designers and those who create collage or book arts projects using ephemera.

There will be a preview for members of Friends of the San Rafael Libraries from 12:00 to 1:00 on Friday, October 18. You may renew your membership or join online or at the door on the day of the sale.

The sale will be open to the public on Friday, from 1:00-5:00pm, following the member preview,

Hours on Saturday, October 19, will be from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Books will be set out on tables in an enormous community room adjoining a sunny patio.  Books date from the 1800’s to 1960.  Material offered will cover all genres from vintage children’s books, to cooking, poetry, fiction, history, natural history, etc.  Two large collections of single artist art books are included, plus classical CDs, vintage movies on DVD, old magazines, art show catalogs and unique paper ephemera.  All books have been donated and researched.

More than 400 individuals and families help support the San Rafael Libraries each year through their membership in Friends of the San Rafael Public Libraries. The Friends participate in fundraising, advocacy, and volunteering all of which plays an important part in supporting library programs such as Summer Reading, Art Talks, and others throughout the year.

Volunteers organize and staff book sales, research rare books, sort book donations, and work at the Friends Books store at 1016 C Street. Become a volunteer 

Rare & Special Book Sale

Posted by bonnie on 16 September 19

A Bibliophile’s Dream Sale!

This sale is a favorite of bibliophiles and collectors, artists, designers, and those who create collage or book arts projects using ephemera.

There will be a preview for members of Friends of the San Rafael Libraries from 12:00 to 1:00 on Friday, January 31. You may renew your membership or join online or at the door on the day of the sale.

The sale will be open to the public on Friday, from 1:00-4:30pm, following the member preview

Hours on Saturday, February 1, will be from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Books date from the 1800’s to 1960.  Material offered will cover all genres:

vintage children’s books
vintage cooking
poetry
fiction
Classics
Western history
fine art
natural history
classical music sets
classic films on DVD
unique paper Ephemera
…and so much more

All items have been donated and researched.

More than 400 individuals and families help support the San Rafael Libraries each year through their membership in Friends of the San Rafael Public Libraries. The Friends participate in fundraising, advocacy, and volunteering all of which plays an important part in supporting library programs such as Summer Reading, Art Talks, and others throughout the year.

Volunteers organize and staff book sales, research rare books, sort book donations, and work at the Friends Books store at 1016 C Street. Become a volunteer 

Rare & Special Book Sale

Posted by bonnie on 16 September 19

A Bibliophile’s Dream Sale!

This sale is a favorite of bibliophiles and collectors, artists, designers, and those who create collage or book arts projects using ephemera.

There will be a preview for members of Friends of the San Rafael Libraries from 12:00 to 1:00 on Friday, January 31. You may renew your membership or join online or at the door on the day of the sale.

The sale will be open to the public on Friday, from 1:00-4:30pm, following the member preview

Hours on Saturday, February 1, will be from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Books date from the 1800’s to 1960.  Material offered will cover all genres:

vintage children’s books
vintage cooking
poetry
fiction
Classics
Western history
fine art
natural history
classical music sets
classic films on DVD
unique paper Ephemera
…and so much more

All items have been donated and researched.

More than 400 individuals and families help support the San Rafael Libraries each year through their membership in Friends of the San Rafael Public Libraries. The Friends participate in fundraising, advocacy, and volunteering all of which plays an important part in supporting library programs such as Summer Reading, Art Talks, and others throughout the year.

Volunteers organize and staff book sales, research rare books, sort book donations, and work at the Friends Books store at 1016 C Street. Become a volunteer 

Rare & Special Book Sale

Posted by davagy on 16 September 19

A Bibliophile’s Dream Sale!

Don’t miss this beloved sale featuring rare and special books published between 1790 and 1950—perfect for collectors, artists, designers, and book lovers of all kinds. Offerings include history, western history, large-format art books, poetry (including local beat poets), spirituality, vintage cookbooks, ephemera, sheet music, classic CDs, and more.

There will be a preview for members of Friends of the San Rafael Libraries from 12:00 to 1:00 on Friday, September 26. You may renew your membership or join online or at the door on the day of the sale.

The sale will be open to the public on Friday, September 26 from 1:00-4:30pm, following the member preview

Hours on Saturday, September 27 will be from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

All items have been donated and researched.

More than 400 individuals and families help support the San Rafael Libraries each year through their membership in Friends of the San Rafael Public Libraries. The Friends participate in fundraising, advocacy, and volunteering all of which plays an important part in supporting library programs such as Summer Reading, Art Talks, and others throughout the year.

Volunteers organize and staff book sales, research rare books, sort book donations, and work at the Friends Books store at 1016 C Street. Become a volunteer