Book Sales
The Friends host book sales twice each month in the FriendSpace, located on the lower level of the Library:
- Saturday Sale: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm on the second Saturday of the month
- Wednesday Sale: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm on the Wednesday before each Saturday sale
- Vintage Sale: Held once a year in December in the Library’s Founders Room, alongside the regular second Saturday book sale.
Friends Corner Sale
Discover great reads anytime at the Friends’ ongoing book sale, located just across from the Check Out Desk. Browse and buy whenever the Library is open!
Donations
We gratefully accept donations of used books, CDs, and DVDs.
- Drop items in the donation bin across from the Check Out Desk during regular Library hours.
- Planning a large donation? Call ahead—someone will meet you at the lower level to help you unload.
Friends of the Batavia Public Library Board of Directors
- Nick Caltagirone – President
- Ryan Fasshauer – Vice President
- Dick Yingst – Treasurer
- Sue Campbell – Secretary
- Helen Conrad – Board Member
- Margo Cooper – Board Member
- Kathleen Tieri-Ton – Board Member
- Loretta Brace – Board Member
Why Join the Friends?
Becoming a Friend of the Library is a meaningful way to connect, contribute, and make a difference. As a member, you’ll:
- Meet new people and build lasting friendships
- Have fun while supporting a great cause
- Take pride in enriching the lives of Batavia residents and strengthening the Library as a vibrant cultural hub
Join Us!
Many book sale volunteers support the Library by sorting book donations throughout the year. Visitors are always welcome!
We meet on the lower level in the FriendSpace, Wednesday mornings from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
To help with the book sale or for more information, please call 630-879-8220.
Mail Your Membership Form and fee to:
Friends of the Batavia Public Library
10 S. Batavia Ave.
Batavia, IL 60510