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Hours update! We've had such success giving out books that our shelves are almost empty. We'll be closing early and we will not be open on Saturday 10/26. Come see us on Friday October 25 2-6pm for your last chance at free books
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Join us this October for the 5th Annual Community Book Fair, hosted by Books for Keeps in our warehouse at 420 Athena Drive in Athens, GA! This event is completely free to the public, made possible by our generous sponsors. Donations are welcomed, and all proceeds will go directly to supporting our book access programs in the current school year. This year, bring your own bag! Though we'll have a limited number of containers for visitors to take their books home, we'll ask that you bring your own bags/boxes/bins as well! Learn more about last year's community book fair here.
2024 Community Book Fair Dates
Teachers Only Sneak Peek
Friday October 11th, 10:00AM-6:00PM
Must show school ID or paystub to browse.
Due to space constraints, priority will be given to public school teachers.
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Saturday October 12th, 10:00AM-2:00PM
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Sunday October 13th, 10:00AM-2:00PM
Brunch & Browse
Thursday October 17th, 9:00-11:00AM​
Ticketed networking event including breakfast. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online or at the door.
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Thursday October 17th, 2:00-6:00PM
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Friday October 18th, 2:00-6:00PM
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Saturday October 19th, 10:00AM-2:00PM
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Thursday October 24th, 2:00-6:00PM
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Friday October 25th, 2:00-6:00PM
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Saturday October 26th, CLOSED
FAQs
Is there parking?
Yes! Parking will be available on-site in marked spaces.
Is the event free?
Yes! this event is free & open to the public, thanks to our amazing sponsors. donations are welcomed & appreciated, but not required.
Should I bring a bag / box?
Yes! though we will have a limited supply of boxes/bags/bins to share with visitors, we recommend that you bring your own bag or container to transport your books home.
Can I volunteer?
Yes, PLEASE! This event would not be possible without volunteers. Sign up for a shift here. we’ll also have staff on-site for every shift to provide training & support.
What’s the Teachers Only Sneak Peek?
We’re kicking off this year’s book fair with a teachers’ only day to help prioritize expanded book access in classroom libraries across our community & beyond. Classroom teachers are invited to browse first and take up to 100 books for free! School ID or paystub required.
Can homeschool teachers come to the Teachers Only Day?
This year, due to capacity and inventory limitations, we are prioritizing public and classroom teachers only for this Sneak Peek Day. Homeschool teachers and others are invited to attend all other public book fair days!
What’s Brunch & Browse?
Super fun! This ticketed networking opportunity is hosted at our warehouse and includes breakfast. Come have brunch, take home up to 100 free books, and know that all proceeds go to support book access. learn more & purchase your ticket here.
What if I have more questions?
We’re here to answer them! Reach out to info@booksforkeeps.org & a member of our team will be in touch with you!
Thank you to our 2024 Book Fair Sponsors!
365 Days of Reading Sponsor
Robins Financial Credit Union
Grade Level Sponsors
Athens Luncheon Optimist Club, Friends from Cobbham, Fully Financial , Primrose of Athens, 3tree Realty, Inc., Publix
Classroom Sponsors
Allergy Partners of Georgia, Athens Housing Authority, JWR Jewelers, Katherine and Bertis Downs, Leon Farmer & Company, Barron's Rentals, NABO Realty, Synovus, Winterville United Methodist Church, Flagpole Magazine, North Georgia Living Magazine, Tapped Athens Wine Tasting Market, Terry College of Business Academic Advising Team
Student Sponsors
Bulldawg Illustrated/ Guide 2 Athens, burton + BURTON, Chuck Toney Communications, Denise Ricks - Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Pluck Financial