Library Book Sales in Iowa

We're currently tracking 49 upcoming library and charity book sales in Iowa. Below is a sample of 5 of them — search by ZIP code to find the sales closest to you.

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• Friends of the Library

  Urban Plaza at Downtown Library, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

  Aug 15, 2026

  Farmers Market Book Sale · Hours: 7:30am - 12:00pm

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• East Side Library

  West Des Moines, IA 50265

  Aug 17, 2026 – Aug 22, 2026

  Shop our selection of gently used books and materials at great prices as we make room for new items. All proceeds support library programs and services. · Hours: All Day

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• Jefferson Public Library

  200 West Lincolnway St, Jefferson, IA 50129

  Aug 30, 2026 – Sep 5, 2026

  4,000+ books; 80% donated; 40% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over' ; no buyer restrictions · Hours: Sat 9-1, Mon, Wed, 1-6, Tue, Thu 9-6, Fri 1-5:30, Sat 9-1 (Preview: Friday prior, 1-5pm) · Cost: Preview $10 (Friends; join at door). Regular sale: .50-$1; Last day of sale $5/bag provided

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• Ottumwa Public Library Friends Book Sale

  Bridge View Center, 102 Church St., Ottumwa, IA 52501

  Sep 25, 2026 – Sep 26, 2026

  Fri noon-8, Sat 9-5; 10,000 books, $1-$2, credit cards accepted.

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• Friends of the Coralville Public Library

  1401 Fifth Street, Coralville, IA 52241

  Nov 6, 2026 – Nov 7, 2026

  Quarterly book sale with over 7000 used books. · Hours: Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Members get early access on Thursday, November 5, 5:00-6:30 pm. · Cost: Pay what you want, free will donation sales.

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