Upcoming library, Friends of the Library, and charity book sales in and around Belmar, NJ. Dates, venues, and directions — plus year-round used bookstores you can visit any week.
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Sep 19, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026
2700 Allaire Rd, Wall Township, NJ, Belmar, NJ 07719
Your opportunity to get deals on used books, DVD's, music, puzzles, and more. · Hours: 9:00 AM - 8:45 PM · Cost: $2.00 a bag sale begins September 26th
Aug 11, 2026 – Aug 31, 2026
1 Miller Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960 · 48.5 mi
BIG SUMMER SALE!! ALL BOOKS 1/2 OFF in July & August. Large selection of fiction, nonfiction, vintage, signed, classics, new releases, DVDs, CDs, and puzzles. New inventory added daily. · Hours: 10am-2pm · Cost: All books 1/2 off
Aug 15, 2026 – Aug 16, 2026
600 Ridgewood Road, Maplewood, NJ 07040 · 39.9 mi
Come see one of three performances coming out of Morrow Musical Theater Camp, our one week camp (Aug 10-14th) for kids entering 3rd-8th grade who put on a show and raise money for charity! Throughout the week, our campers won’t just be putting together an incredible production of Seussical Jr. They’ll also be learning about the family homelessness crisis affecting our community and how they can make a difference. · Hours: Saturday: 2 PM & 7PM, Sunday: 2PM · Cost: All ticket proceeds will benefit Family Promise of Essex County. Can’t make it to the show? You can still make an impact by using the ticket link to make a donation. Every dollar helps!
Aug 18, 2026
217 South Central Avenue, Beach Haven, NJ 08008 · 37.0 mi
Purchase some books to help the Friends of the Island Library continue to provide great programs and support. · Hours: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Aug 18, 2026
1 Miller Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960 · 48.5 mi
Big Summer Book Sale · Hours: 10:00 am
Aug 21, 2026 – Aug 22, 2026
55 New Monmouth Rd, Middletown, NJ 07748 · 15.8 mi
About 4,000 books, everything priced $1, 10-4 both days.
Aug 21, 2026 – Aug 22, 2026
320 Main Street, Fort Lee, NJ 07024 · 47.4 mi
Our "Ten Tables Mini Book Sale" will be on about 10 tables inside FLPL. Book donations accepted in all languages for children, teens/YA, and adult. No CDs, DVDs, games, LPs, etc. JUST BOOKS! · Hours: 9:30am-4:00pm
Aug 22, 2026 – Aug 28, 2026
55 Broad St, Manasquan, NJ 08736 · 3.3 mi
About 4,000 sorted donated books at 25-50 cents, with a bag day Friday.
Aug 22, 2026 – Aug 28, 2026
55 Broad St, Manasquan, NJ 08736 · 3.3 mi
4,000 books; 100% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over' ; no buyer restrictions ; Credit cards accepted · Hours: Sat 9:30-12:30, Mon 10-7, Tue 10-3, Wed 1-4, Thu 10-7, Fri 10-3 · Cost: .25-.50; Fri $2/bag
Aug 22, 2026
Brighton Ave Teen Center, 56 Brighton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 · 26.4 mi
Monthly Saturday sale, about 1,000 books at $1-$2 or $10 a bag, 1-3pm.
Aug 24, 2026 – Sep 12, 2026
610 South St, Brielle, NJ 08730 · 4.2 mi
About 1,200 mostly hardcover books, $1-$5 or $10 a bag. No dealers the first week.
Aug 24, 2026 – Sep 12, 2026
610 South St, Brielle, NJ 08730 · 4.2 mi
1,200 books; 10% donated; 80% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over'; no buyer restrictions. First week no dealers. · Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 10-5, Tue 10-7, Sat 10-1 · Cost: $1-$5 or $10/bag provided
Aug 25, 2026
1 Miller Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960 · 48.5 mi
Big Summer Book Sale · Hours: 10:00 am
Aug 27, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
Monthly Friday sale, about 250 books, 10-4.
Aug 27, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
250 books; 50% donated; 66% hardcover; sorted · Hours: Fri 10-4 · Cost: paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's 5/$1; .50-$2
Aug 27, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
250 books; 50% donated; 66% hardcover; sorted; · Hours: 10-4 · Cost: paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's 5/$1; .50-$2
Aug 27, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
250 books; 50% donated; 66% hardcover; sorted. · Hours: 10-4 · Cost: paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's 5/$1; .50-$2
Aug 28, 2026 – Aug 29, 2026
112 Main St, Waretown, NJ 08758 · 27.0 mi
About 5,000 books, 75% hardcover, 25 cents to $3.
Aug 28, 2026
112 Main Street, Waretown, NJ 08758 · 27.0 mi
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages. · Hours: 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Sep 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026 *Unconfirmed Date
320 Main St., Fort Lee, NJ 07024 · 47.4 mi
5,000+ books; sorted; not 'picked over' ; no buyer restrictions · Hours: Sat 10-4, Sun 10-1; Preview: Fri 5:30-7 · Cost: $1-$2, Sun: $10/bag; Preview: Friends, may NOT join at door - must be member at least 2 weeks before
Sep 10, 2026
Forked River, NJ 08731 · 23.4 mi
A free Sept. 10 presentation in Forked River will examine how music helped Americans mourn and heal after 9/11. · Cost: Free
Sep 10, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026
5 Pioneer Blvd, Westampton, NJ 08060 · 39.5 mi
10,000+ books mostly $1, Thursday preview then general sale Friday through Sunday.
Sep 12, 2026
Brighton Ave Teen Center, 56 Brighton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 · 26.4 mi
Monthly Saturday sale, 1-3pm.
Sep 17, 2026 – Sep 21, 2026
2751 Brunswick Pike, Trenton, NJ 08648 · 33.5 mi
Thousands of used, gently-read books available. Scanning permitted only on Thursday. · Hours: Thursday: 1:00pm-4:00pm (early admission); Friday: 10:00am-4:30pm; Saturday: 10:00am-4:30pm; Sunday: 12:30pm-4:30pm (bag day); Monday: 10:00am-1:00pm (bag day) · Cost: Early Admission (Thursday): Free for members, $5 general public, $20 for scanning apps/devices. General Sale (Friday-Monday): Free entry. Bag Days (Sunday-Monday): $5 a bag (bring your own bag).
Sep 17, 2026 – Sep 19, 2026
310 Milltown Rd, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 · 41.2 mi
Friends group sale of about 3,000 books at the 4-H fair; $5 Thursday preview.
Sep 17, 2026 – Sep 18, 2026
310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 · 41.2 mi
4-H Rummage Sale 2026. Drop off dates: September 13-15. Multiple food trucks. · Hours: Thu 10:00 AM - Fri 5:00 PM
Sep 17, 2026 – Sep 18, 2026
310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 · 41.2 mi
4-H Rummage Sale with multiple food trucks. Drop off dates for donations: September 13-15. Items not accepted: broken items, tires, plumbing, old computers, mattresses, bed frames, hazardous items. · Hours: Sep 17: 10:00 AM, Sep 18: 5:00 PM
Sep 18, 2026 – Sep 19, 2026
1405 Freehold Rd, Toms River, NJ 08753 · 14.0 mi
Nonprofit sale of 1,500+ books, 85% hardcover, 25 cents to $3. Credit cards accepted.
Sep 18, 2026 – Sep 21, 2026
2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 · 33.5 mi
Multi-day used book sale with thousands of gently-read books for all ages, benefiting the Friends of the Lawrence Library.
Sep 19, 2026
Garfield, NJ 07026 · 49.1 mi
Sep 24, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
Monthly Friday sale, 10-4.
Sep 24, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
250 books; 50% donated; 66% hardcover; sorted · Hours: Fri 10-4 · Cost: paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's 5/$1; .50-$2
Sep 24, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
250 books; 50% donated; 66% hardcover; sorted; · Hours: 10-4 · Cost: paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's 5/$1; .50-$2
Sep 25, 2026 – Sep 26, 2026
112 Main St, Waretown, NJ 08758 · 27.0 mi
Recurring monthly sale of about 5,000 books, 25 cents to $3.
Sep 25, 2026
112 Main Street, Waretown, NJ 08758 · 27.0 mi
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages. · Hours: 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Sep 25, 2026 – Sep 28, 2026
1 Justice Samuel A. Alito, Jr. Way, Trenton, NJ 08619 · 33.3 mi
Big Book Sale · Hours: Members Only: 11 am-1 pm (Sep 25); General Public: 9 am-4 pm (Sep 25, 26, 28) · Cost: Cash only, no checks or cards
Sep 25, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026
Forest Road Park, Forest Rd at Midway Ave, Fanwood, NJ 07023 · 36.6 mi
About 8,500 books; Thursday preview for Friends and a Sunday bag day.
Sep 25, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026
Forest Road Park (at Midway Ave), Fanwood, NJ 07023 · 36.6 mi
8,500 books; 90% donated; 30% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over' ; no buyer restrictions · Hours: Fri 9-5, Sat 9-4; Sun 11-4; Preview: Thu 4-7 · Cost: Preview for Friends, join at door; Sun: bag day
Sep 25, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026
49 Union Street, Medford, NJ 08055 · 45.0 mi
Second floor of the library. Friday evening members-only preview, Sat/Sun open to public. Most items $1.50 or less; bake sale Saturday.
Sep 26, 2026
Long Branch, NJ 07740 · 10.0 mi
2nd Annual Book Fair
Sep 26, 2026
Brighton Ave Teen Center, 56 Brighton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 · 26.4 mi
Monthly Saturday sale, 1-3pm.
Sep 26, 2026
112 Main Street, Waretown, NJ 08758 · 27.0 mi
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages. · Hours: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Sep 26, 2026 – Sep 28, 2026
1 Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr Way, Hamilton, NJ 08619 · 33.3 mi
About 10,000 books at 10 cents to $1. Cash only, no scanners on Saturdays.
Sep 30, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026
1980 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083 · 37.8 mi
Blowout book sale by the Friends of the Union Public Library. Everything must go! Includes fiction, nonfiction, DVD’s, CD's and audiobooks. · Hours: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. each day · Cost: Materials are priced to sell. Cash only
Oct 1, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026 *Unconfirmed Date
251 Middle Rd, Hazlet, NJ 07730 · 18.4 mi
100% donated; sorted; not 'picked over' ; no buyer restrictions · Hours: Sat 9-1 · Cost: $1-$2; $10/bag
Oct 1, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026 *Unconfirmed Date
114 Franklin St., Hightstown, NJ 08520 · 24.8 mi
500 books; 100% donated; 60% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over' ; no buyer restrictions · Hours: Fri, Sat 9:30-4:30 · Cost: .50-$1 (byo bags)
Oct 2, 2026
64 Mercer St, Princeton, NJ 08540 · 33.0 mi
Preview Night of The Princeton Rare Book Fair · Hours: 5:00 PM
Oct 2, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026
Far Hills Fairgrounds, Peapack Rd, Far Hills, NJ 07920 · 43.6 mi
Nonprofit sale of 40,000+ books, half hardcover, 50 cents to $2. Credit cards accepted.
Oct 2, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026
1 Peapack Road, Far Hills, NJ 07931 · 47.8 mi
Proceeds help provide excellent and compassionate care to support patients recovering from illness or surgery; managing chronic conditions; families facing end-of-life care; and older adults or those living with a disability who may need help to remain living independently in the community. Merchandise includes: adult and children’s clothing, appliances, antiques, pet supplies, electronics, lighting fixtures, cameras, fabric and sewing accessories, holiday decorations, sporting goods, furniture, jewelry, toys, books, decorative items, kitchen goods, and more. · Hours: Friday, October 2 & Saturday, October 3: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm; Sunday, October 4: 12:30pm -3:30pm
Oct 2, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026
1 Peapack Road, Far Hills, NJ 07931 · 47.8 mi
Rummage sale including books, clothing, appliances, antiques, and more. Proceeds support patient care. · Hours: Friday, October 2 & Saturday, October 3: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm; Sunday, October 4: 12:30pm -3:30pm
Oct 3, 2026
64 Mercer St, Princeton, NJ 08540 · 33.0 mi
Saturday event of The Princeton Rare Book Fair · Hours: 11:00 AM
Oct 4, 2026
Princeton Theological Seminary, Princeton, NJ 08540 · 33.0 mi
Sunday event of The Princeton Rare Book Fair · Hours: 11:00 AM
Oct 9, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026
65 Witherspoon St, Princeton, NJ 08542 · 33.0 mi
Thousands of gently used books; paid preview Friday morning, regular sale through Sunday.
Oct 10, 2026
Brighton Ave Teen Center, 56 Brighton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 · 26.4 mi
Monthly Saturday sale, 1-3pm.
Oct 15, 2026 – Oct 17, 2026
Mercer County Library Ewing Branch, 61 Scotch Rd, Ewing, NJ 08628 · 39.9 mi
Thousands of books and media with a $5 bag sale Saturday.
Oct 22, 2026 – Oct 24, 2026
93 Booth Dr, Nutley, NJ 07110 · 45.1 mi
About 7,000 books at 25 cents to $2. Cash only.
Oct 22, 2026 – Oct 24, 2026
111 W 2nd Street, Moorestown, NJ 08057 · 48.6 mi
Oct 22 6-8pm members-only preview; Oct 23-24 10am-4pm public. Hardcovers $2, trade paperbacks $1, mass-market $0.50.
Oct 23, 2026 – Oct 24, 2026
112 Main St, Waretown, NJ 08758 · 27.0 mi
Recurring monthly Friends sale.
Oct 29, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
Monthly Friday sale, 10-4.
Oct 29, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
250 books; 50% donated; 66% hardcover; sorted · Hours: Fri 10-4 · Cost: paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's 5/$1; .50-$2
Nov 1, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026 *Unconfirmed Date
31 E Henry St, Linden, NJ 07036 · 33.7 mi
4,000 books; 100% donated; 85% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over' ; no buyer restrictions · Hours: Thu, Fri 10-4, Sat 10-2; Preview: Wed 6-8pm · Cost: Preview: Friends; join at door $10; .50-$2
Nov 1, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026 *Unconfirmed Date
51 Baker St., Maplewood, NJ 07040 · 39.9 mi
8,000+ books; sorted; no buyer restrictions · Hours: Fri, Sat, Sun closed, Mon 10-4 · Cost: .50-$2; Mon bag
Nov 2, 2026
51 Baker St., Maplewood, NJ 07040 · 39.9 mi
8,000+ books; sorted; no buyer restrictions · Hours: Mon 10-4 · Cost: .50-$2; Mon bag
Nov 5, 2026 – Nov 7, 2026
31 E Henry St, Linden, NJ 07036 · 33.7 mi
4,000 books; 100% donated; 85% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over' ; no buyer restrictions · Hours: Thu, Fri 10-4, Sat 10-2; Preview: Wed 6-8pm · Cost: Preview for Friends, join at door $10; .50-$2
Nov 12, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026
Trenton, NJ 08648 · 33.5 mi
Thousands of fiction & nonfiction books, movies and CDs for children, young adults, and adults. · Hours: Thursday: 4:00 – 8:00 pm; Friday-Saturday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Sunday: 1:00 – 4:00 pm · Cost: Early Admission (current members free, $10 general public). Sunday Bag Sale: $5.00
Nov 13, 2026 – Nov 16, 2026
1 Justice Samuel A. Alito, Jr. Way, Trenton, NJ 08619 · 33.3 mi
Big Book Sale · Hours: Members Only: 11 am-1 pm (Nov 13); General Public: 9 am-4 pm (Nov 13, 14, 16) · Cost: Cash only, no checks or cards
Nov 14, 2026 – Nov 20, 2026
55 Broad St, Manasquan, NJ 08736 · 3.3 mi
4,000 books; 100% donated; 75% hardcover; sorted; not 'picked over' ; no buyer restrictions ; Credit cards accepted · Hours: Sat 9:30-12:30, Mon 10-7, Tue 10-3, Wed 1-4, Thu 10-7, Fri 10-3 · Cost: .25-.50; Fri $2/bag
Nov 19, 2026 – Nov 21, 2026
65 Witherspoon St, Princeton, NJ 08542 · 33.5 mi
Friends book sale weekend at Princeton Public Library.
Nov 26, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
250 books; 50% donated; 66% hardcover; sorted · Hours: Fri 10-4 · Cost: paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's 5/$1; .50-$2
Nov 26, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
250 books; 50% donated; 66% hardcover; sorted; May & Nov: bake sale · Hours: 10-4 · Cost: paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's 5/$1; .50-$2
Dec 31, 2026
129 North Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · 33.6 mi
250 books; 50% donated; 66% hardcover; sorted · Hours: Fri 10-4 · Cost: paperbacks .50; hardcovers $1; children's 5/$1; .50-$2
Apr 1, 2027 – Apr 30, 2027 *Unconfirmed Date
314 State Route 12, Bldg. #3, Flemington, NJ 08822 · 47.3 mi
Annual Used Book Sale, usually held in April. Members get early access. · Hours: 8am-10am (for members before general public admission) · Cost: Free early-bird entrance for members. Volunteer members can purchase books in advance.