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Friends of Rockford Public Library Book Sale

Summer Book Sale
2025-07-12 09:00:00 2025-07-12 15:00:00 America/Chicago Friends of Rockford Public Library Book Sale Main Library -

Saturday, July 12
9:00am - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-12 09:00:00 2025-07-12 15:00:00 America/Chicago Friends of Rockford Public Library Book Sale Don't miss the Friends of Rockford Public Library Summer Book Sale! Main Library -

Don't miss the Friends of Rockford Public Library Summer Book Sale!

Don’t miss the Friends of Rockford Public Library Summer Book Sale!

Stock up on a fantastic selection of quality used books, graphic novels, DVDs, and more. Prices range from $0.50 to $2.00. The sale will take place on the first floor, close to the Friends Book Store.

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Main Library
info@rockfordpubliclibrary.org
Phone: 815-965-7606
Branch manager
Dunarene Hopson
Hours
Mon, Aug 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 15 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 17 Closed
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About the library

The 66,000 sq.ft. Main Library opened in spring of 2024 and serves as the Rockford Public Library's main downtown facility. The newly constructed space boasts a 1st floor Children's Area complete with a dedicated computer lab, three program rooms, play structure with slide, and baby garden, a Maker Lab with access to 3D printers and scanners and small board computers, podcasting room, green screen video room, a large Young Adult Zone with gaming center, adult computer lab, local history room, and several meeting and study rooms accommodating groups of 2-8 people. Additional features include a large interactive screen, two roof-top terraces, one of which is available for rent as part of our large event space on the third floor, underground parking, and drive-thru book drop holds pickup!

Upcoming events

Virtual Sewing
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Join us for Virtual Open Sewing We encourage you to register so you can receive the link."
Registration is now closed
The Library Card Makers
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Let’s make some creative cards! Bring your imagination and creativity to the class.
Preschool Power Storytime
Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Room 115B: Story Time
Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3-5
Musical Munchkins
Tue, Aug 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Room 115B: Story Time
Dance and sing the morning away at this active storytime for toddlers and preschoolers.
RPL Sewing Group
Tue, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Bring in the projects you've started with the RPL sewing group, and let's complete them together!"
Babes and Books
Wed, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Event Space
This interactive storytime for young children from birth to 24 months, focuses on their development, incorporating music, movement, and reading.
Basic Crochet for Beginners
Wed, Aug 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Room 206: Group Room A
This class is perfect for Adults that are beginners with no prior crochet experience. If you've ever wanted to create beautiful handmade items or just explore a new hobby, this class is for you.
This event is full
BBB Consumers Forum
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
WREX Classroom
Introduction to the BBB’s and RPL’s missions, Histories, and core services.
The Library Card Makers
Thu, Aug 21, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Let’s make some creative cards! Bring your imagination and creativity to the class.
BBB Business Forums
Thu, Aug 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
WREX Classroom
What BBB Accreditation means, how to qualify, and the benefits for your business. Why customer service is a competitive advantage in today’s marketplace.
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