Lincoln Public Library’s annual Book Sale and family Fun Day a huge success

 

[August 27, 2019] 

The Lincoln Public Library’s annual book sale got off to a fantastic start Saturday morning. Book sale does not quite cover what went on in and around the famous Carnegie Library.

Yes, there was the ever popular book sale, which proceeds benefit the library, but there was also a petting zoo, giant games on the library lawn, chalk art on the new sidewalk beside the library, and crafts galore in the annex. The library Fun Day was a blast with mild temperatures and clear blue sky.

People really look forward to the annual book sale. The library doors opened at 9 a.m. but excited book buyers were in line by 8:30 a.m. The first in line annual leaders were Ron, Cindy, Ruth and Matthew. The Peagram Room at the library was filled with books. “We are really pleased by the quality of the books this year,” said Library Director Richard Sumrall.

The word must have gotten out because the crowd was at capacity.

Libby (L) and April (R) help out with the book sale every year.

“I don’t think I have ever seen this large a crowd before,” said library board member Libby Anderson.

She was kept busy handing out IGA shopping bags during the very busy morning that were soon filled to capacity by shoppers with this year’s book treasures.

Stu and Linda Churchill are selling their collection of dolls and advertising collection at the library book sale to benefit the library. Stu is a member of the library board. They support several Lincoln charities by selling their collection of 500 dolls.

There was more, though. Linda and Stu Churchill added to the fundraiser by selling off part of their huge doll collection in the library basement with proceeds going to the library. They support several Lincoln area charities with their largesse. They have held doll sales to support the Railsplitter Association, and the Humane Society.

Outside, the fun continued with Ritchhart’s Petting Zoo attracting kids and adults alike. A large checkers game drew people to play under the perfect August sky. A Jenga game large enough for a giant, and chalk for creating masterpieces on the library sidewalk added to the lighthearted atmosphere. The Youth Services staff hosted a Come-and- Go craft event in the annex with kids creating their own balloon art.

Mark this Lincoln Public Library Book Sale as one for the record books. Books were at the center of the event of course, but there was enough going on to keep everyone entertained.

[Curt Fox]