In this episode of the Audissey we're joined by Friends of the Library member Cheryl, and Mesa County Libraries' Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator Kelsey. We discuss the library's used bookstore, A Novel Idea bookstore, which is run completely by the generous time and efforts of library volunteers. Kelsey and Cheryl also share all of the volunteer opportunities that are available at the library.

Friends of the LibraryThe Friends of Mesa County Libraries is a committee of Mesa County Libraries Foundation, a 501(c)(3) entity formed exclusively to support Mesa County Libraries. The Friends main function is to focus public attention on the library and to stimulate the use of the library’s resources and services.

Used Book SalesThe Friends operate A Novel Idea bookstore, located in the west hallway of the Central Library. Additional book racks are at the Clifton, Fruita, and Orchard Mesa branches.

Stock up on reading material to add to your home library!

The Friends of Mesa County Libraries are hosting weekly clearance book sales 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., each Friday and Saturday, from April 22 through May 14 at the First Congregational Church, 1425 N. 5th St. (across from Grand Junction High School). All sales are cash only.

Proceeds from these and other book sale events go to cultural programming and special equipment including:Poetry NightSummer Reading ProgramMesa County Libraries Culture FestMesa County Libraries Comic ConThe Discovery GardenLearn more about the Friends of the Mesa County Libraries:mesacountylibraries.org/aboutus/supportus/friends/Volunteer at the librarymesacountylibraries.org/aboutus/supportus/volunteer/Monetary Donations to the Librarymesacountylibraries.org/aboutus/supportus/foundation/