With over 30,000 books categorized and alphabetized, the Friends of the Norfolk Library Annual Book and Bake Sale is no ordinary book sale. Seek out bestsellers, cookbooks, non-fiction, and so much more!

When - Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or shop early at the Friends Preview Sale on Friday, April 25 from 6 - 9 p.m. (Note: 2008 Friends Membership is required for admission to the Friday night sale. Memberships starting at $15.00 are available at the door beginning at 5:00 p.m.) Current 2008 Friends members are admitted at no charge. Be sure to bring your library card with sticker as proof of your membership.

Where - inside the massive Norfolk Department of Public Works garage, 33 Medway Branch, Norfolk.

It's worth the trip to Norfolk, the small town with the very BIG book sale!

The Friends of the Norfolk Library Annual Book and Bake Sale features over 30,000 used paperbacks and hardcover books in addition to many special collection books for adults and children. We sell current popular titles, the classics, and an extensive collection of children's books. A highlight of the sale is the ``Booktique,'' a special section of more valuable books, as well as gift items.

Prices range from $.50-$2 for used books and higher prices for special collection books. Saturday's event also offers the sale of homemade baked goods. Funds raised from the book and bake sale benefit the Norfolk Library.

Books are categorized and alphabetized

We offer a massive selection of children's books

With a space like this there's plenty of room for browsing

Buy a tote bag for $25 and fill it with books for free

Our booktique offers high value books and collector's items.

Visit Friday night from 6-9 pm ($15 minimum donation to friends) or Saturday from 9-4 (free admission)

Saturday's sale also offers YUMMY baked goods

It's worth the trip to Norfolk, the small town with the very BIG book sale.

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From Boston and points north: Take Route 95 south to Route 1 south. Follow Route 1 past Gillette Stadium and turn right at light on Pine Street (turn is right after Lafayette House Restaurant on your right) then turn right on Route 115. Follow Route 115 straight to the center of Norfolk (you will cross Route 1A). As you approach the Norfolk town common you will reach a roundabout. Take the first right and proceed to the next roundabout. Take the third right in the second roundabout. Follow this up Main Street to Boardman. Take a right onto Boardman then left onto Medway Branch. 33 Medway Branch is the last building on the left with plenty of parking in the lot and on the street.

From Providence and points south: Take Route 95 North to Route 1 south. Follow Route 1 past Gillette Stadium and turn right at light on Pine Street (turn is right after Lafayette House Restaurant on your right) then turn right on Route 115. Follow Route 115 straight to the center of Norfolk (you will cross Route 1A). As you approach the Norfolk town common you will reach a roundabout. Take the first right and proceed to the next roundabout. Take the third right in the second roundabout. Follow this up Main Street to Boardman. Take a right onto Boardman then left onto Medway Branch. 33 Medway Branch is the last building on the left with plenty of parking in the lot and on the street.

From Route 495: Take the King Street exit off Route 495. Stay on King Street into Franklin. It will become Chestnut Street as it crosses Route 140. Stay on same street into Norfolk where it becomes Main Street. Take a left onto Boardman then left onto Medway Branch. 33 Medway Branch is the last building on the left with plenty of parking in the lot and on the street.

The Friends of the Norfolk Library are grateful to the following companies for helping to offset expenses with our upcoming book and bake sale:

Colonial Fence Co., Inc. www.colonialfences.com

Dedham Institution for Savings www.dedhamsavings.com

Dental Associates of Walpole www.dentalassociatesofwalpole.com

Dunkin' Donuts, Inc.

Foxboro Federal Savings www.foxfed.com

George T. Cronin & Sons, Inc. www.croninoil.com

Joe's Norfolk Barber Shop

Jofran

Lucille Bailey/Century 21 Commonwealth www.lucillebailey.com

Norfolk County Dental Associates

Roche Bros.

Rocky's Auto Body

Rodman Ford Sales, Inc. www.rodmanford.com

Sundance Hair Studio

Thomas F. Keefe Insurance Agency, Inc. www.keefeinsurance.com

Visit our friend Cam Afonso at Signs by Cam, www.signsbycam.com

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