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The Cobb County Library and Friends of the Library hosted their semi-annual book sale at Jim Miller Park Oct. 14 through Oct. 16. Around 200,000 items were for sale at the event.

Friends of the , a nonprofit group whose activities benefit the library system, is requesting that you by donating them to the Cobb County Public Library System.

Donations from the public support the ongoing and special book sales held by the Friends, which in turn support the library system’s book budget. Some items are also added to the library’s collection. Items in high demand include popular fiction titles and children’s books.

Items may be dropped off at any location of the Cobb County Public Library System, and all donations are tax-deductible.

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The Cobb County Library and Friends of the Library hosted their semi-annual book sale at Oct. 14 through Oct. 16. Around 200,000 items were for sale at the event.

The . Sale items include books both hardbound and paperback for children, young adults and adults; audio-visuals including books on tape and compact disc; videocassettes; compact discs; records; magazines; and comic books. All proceeds are used to purchase new books and other library materials.

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