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EIU to host annual fall book sale at Booth Library September 13

(Charleston, IL) – Eastern Illinois University’s Booth Library will host its annual fall book sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, September 13, outside the south entrance of the library, on campus at 600 Lincoln Avenue in Charleston.

A large selection of books in all subject areas and hundreds of paperback fiction titles will be available for purchase.  All items have been donated by the campus and local communities. The proceeds from Booth Library’s annual fall book sale support the expansion or enhancement of the library’s programs and services.

Patrons must wait until the official 9 a.m. start time before browsing or purchasing items. In case of inclement weather, the sale will be postponed or moved inside. Updates will be posted at library.eiu.edu and on Booth Library’s social Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts.

EIU prepares students to accomplish their life goals through a combination of quality academics, personal relationships, and both on-campus and online learning opportunities. For more information about Eastern Illinois University, including its broad array of academic and career readiness programs, or any of EIU’s other community-based services and opportunities, visit eiu.edu or call EIU’s public information office at (217) 581-7400.