February Book Sale

February Book SaleThe Friends of Simpson Library present the final day of the February Book Sale on Sunday, February 22. It's the Bag Sale - all the books you can fit in a level bag for only $10.00! Some restrictions apply. Paper bags supplied by the Friends of the Library.

Saturday, February 21, from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, the Friends of Simpson will be having their regular Book Sale.

The Book Sale is held at:
Learning and Book Sale Center
45 West Allen Street, Mechanicsburg

Friends of Simpson Library Book Sales

Shopping Guidelines
We ask all patrons to please adhere to the following guidelines so that everyone has a positive shopping experience:

  1. If you arrive before the start of the sale, please lineup in the designated area.  
  2. Please note that any belongings such as boxes, bags, and other objects may not be used to hold your place in line, nor can another person hold your place in line.  You must stand in line yourself to hold your place.
  3. Scanners are allowed, but please scan as you go; do not hoard books.
  4. Tables will be available where you can place your boxes and bins. They are not permitted on the sales floor.
  5. Be courteous to fellow shoppers and do not block aisles.
  6. For safety reasons, please do not use the shelving as a step ladder and do not allow small children to stand on chairs, tables, etc.  If you need help, just ask one of our volunteers and we would be glad to assist you.
  7. There is a cart for books that need to be re-shelved.  If you change your mind about something, please place it on the cart and a volunteer will put it back in the appropriate location.

 

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August Book Sale

August Book SaleThe Friends of Simpson Library present their August Book Sale on Saturday, August 9 and Sunday, August 10.  

The regular Book Sale is on Saturday, August 9, from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. On Sunday, August 10, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm is the Bag Sale–all the books you can fit in a level bag for only $10.00! Some restrictions apply. Paper bags supplied by the Friends of the Library.

The Book Sale is held at:
Book Sale & Donation Center
45 West Allen Street, Mechanicsburg

Book Sale Map – Plan your shopping trip!

Book Sale Prices – Here's the current price list! You can pay with cash or credit card.

Friends of Simpson Library Book Sales

Shopping Guidelines
We ask all patrons to please adhere to the following guidelines so that everyone has a positive shopping experience:

  1. If you arrive before the start of the sale, please lineup in the designated area.  
  2. Please note that any belongings such as boxes, bags, and other objects may not be used to hold your place in line, nor can another person hold your place in line.  You must stand in line yourself to hold your place.
  3. Scanners are allowed, but please scan as you go; do not hoard books.
  4. Tables will be available where you can place your boxes and bins. They are not permitted on the sales floor.
  5. Be courteous to fellow shoppers and do not block aisles.
  6. For safety reasons, please do not use the shelving as a step ladder and do not allow small children to stand on chairs, tables, etc.  If you need help, just ask one of our volunteers and we would be glad to assist you.
  7. There is a cart for books that need to be re-shelved.  If you change your mind about something, please place it on the cart and a volunteer will put it back in the appropriate location.

 

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February Book Sale

February Book SaleThe Friends of Simpson Library present their February Book Sale on Saturday, February 21 and Sunday, February 22. The regular Book Sale is on Saturday, February 8, from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm.

On Sunday, February 22 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm, the Friends of Simpson will be having their Bag Sale – all the books you can fit in a level bag for only $10.00! Some restrictions apply. Paper bags supplied by the Friends of the Library.

The Book Sale is held at our new location:
Book Sale & Donation Center
45 W. Allen Street, Mechanicsburg

Friends of Simpson Library Book Sales

Shopping Guidelines
We ask all patrons to please adhere to the following guidelines so that everyone has a positive shopping experience:

  1. If you arrive before the start of the sale, please lineup in the designated area.  
  2. Please note that any belongings such as boxes, bags, and other objects may not be used to hold your place in line, nor can another person hold your place in line.  You must stand in line yourself to hold your place.
  3. Scanners are allowed, but please scan as you go; do not hoard books.
  4. Tables will be available where you can place your boxes and bins. They are not permitted on the sales floor.
  5. Be courteous to fellow shoppers and do not block aisles.
  6. For safety reasons, please do not use the shelving as a step ladder and do not allow small children to stand on chairs, tables, etc.  If you need help, just ask one of our volunteers and we would be glad to assist you.
  7. There is a cart for books that need to be re-shelved.  If you change your mind about something, please place it on the cart and a volunteer will put it back in the appropriate location.

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STEM Playtime

stem10:30 am - 11:30 am in the Ruggaber Community Room, Lower Level
Mr. Rogers famously said that “play is really the work of childhood.” Children learn all kinds of important lessons through play, and that includes the STEM concepts of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics! Join us for a special STEM themed playtime full of fun and learning! For children ages 3 - 5. Register starting Oct. 2.

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Weekly Event

Tuesday

Music for Youngsters

music10:00 am - 10:30 am in the Ruggaber Community Room, Lower Level
Join us for 30 minutes of music and movement! Our program will be geared towards 3 and 4-year-olds, but older and younger siblings are welcome to attend. Everyone will sing and dance and wiggle together! Our featured instrument will be BOOMWHACKERS! Don’t know what a boomwhacker is? Come and find out! *If a child wants an instrument then please register, if not (babies), they do not need to register but are welcome to attend. Registration for each session is required and begins Sept. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11

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Weekly Event

Friday

Storytime

Join us for Miss Connie's fun stories, songs, crafts, and occasional special visitors! Theme: School Bus (special visitor coming)! School BusEveryone is welcome at this free event.

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Birth to 3 years
3-6 years

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READ to Dogs

dogs6:30 pm - 8 pm in the Children's Library, Lower Level
Specially trained dogs from K-PETs will be at the library to listen to children read aloud. Bring a book or two and read to a dog for 15 minutes. This program is intended for children who may be shy or reluctant to read aloud to practice reading independently. Recommended Ages, 6-12. Registration is required.

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Family Movie Night

film6:30 pm - 8 pm in the Community Room, Lower Level
Fredricksen’s Family Movie Night is returning! We will show a G or PG-rated film. Children of all ages are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. Check back each month for film titles. For everyone’s safety, masks are required, and temporarily, popcorn will not be served. Registration required.

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READ to Dogs

dogs6:30 pm - 8 pm in the Children's Library, Lower Level
Specially trained dogs from K-PETs will be at the library to listen to children read aloud. Bring a book or two and read to a dog for 15 minutes. This program is intended for children who may be shy or reluctant to read aloud to practice reading independently. Recommended Ages, 6-12. Registration is required.

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YES

Family Movie Night

movie6:30 pm - 8 pm in the Community Room, Lower Level
Fredricksen’s Family Movie Night is returning! We will show a G or PG-rated film. Children of all ages are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. Check back each month for film titles. For everyone’s safety, masks are required, and temporarily, popcorn will not be served. Registration required.

 

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YES