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The Big Free Bookstore

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REACH has launched the BIG FREE BOOKSTORE! Located in JANAF Shopping Yard, families are all smiles

10/19/2026

REACH and The Big Free Bookstore will be closed Tuesday October 20th from 10am to 2pm for renovations!
Thank you for understanding!

10/16/2026

🚒Fire Trucks, Book Giveaways, Art & Crafts, and more-- 100% Free!🧑🏽‍🚒
Join us for a frightfully fun time with Norfolk Firefighters!

✨10 AM to 12 PM✨
Meet and Greet with Sparky
Spooky Storytime read by Norfolk Firefighters
Interactive fire-themed activities
Themed book giveaways
Spook-tacular arts and crafts to make in-store or take home
Meet our local Norfolk Firefighter heroes!

🚒From 10 AM- 11 AM ONLY🚒
Interactive outdoor firefighter activity stations
Explore two fire trucks and discover what makes them so special!

Costumes Encouraged!
RSVP: https://firefright.eventbrite.com/

10/15/2026

Join REACH at Sarah Zimmerman-Farkas' BOOK LAUNCH!
Support a local author and local vendors, see "cutting edge" entertainment, celebrate Sarah's book debut!

10/14/2026

📢 Join REACH for Bingo Fundraising Fun! 🎉

Looking for a fast-paced, exciting way to support literacy? 📚 Sign up to volunteer with REACH Inc. every Sunday from 11 AM to 5:30 PM at Bingo Palace in Virginia Beach!
Sign up at: https://www.volunteerhr.org/opportunity/a0CUs00005o8rYPMAY/fundraiser-at-bingo-palace-in-virginia-beach-supporting-literacy
Your help makes a difference! Fundraising at Bingo supports programs like The Big Free Bookstore and more! 💙

10/09/2026

🕯️Join us at the Big Free Bookstore on October 31st for our Dia de Mu***os Celebracion and Community Ofrenda. 🕯️
🏵️For Those attending our Dia de Mu***os Celebracion, there will be read alouds and arts and crafts from 11 to 12 pm and free books, and treats all day! Costumes are encouraged, since it’s also Halloween Day.
🏵️To those who cannot attend, but wish to participate in the Community Ofrenda, please bring your departed one’s photo in a small standing frame anytime between October 27 and October 31. Photos will be placed on display as part of our Community Ofrenda on October 31.
🏵️Please pick up your photo on Tuesday, November 3.

10/05/2026

It's Banned Books Week!
Protect the freedom to READ!! LET BOOKS BE!
Stop by the Big Free Bookstore all this week, and check out our banned books!
New banned books displayed everyday- ALL FREE!
Stop by while supplies last.

09/30/2026

✨We’re growing our team at REACH!✨
We are currently accepting applications for a part-time Bookstore Clerk to join us at The Big Free Bookstore in Norfolk.
We’re looking for someone who is friendly, dependable, community-minded, and enjoys working with children, families, and people from all walks of life. This position is a great fit for someone who loves books, believes in our mission, and doesn’t mind jumping in wherever needed to help keep things running smoothly.
Position Details:
• 25–30 hours per week
• $16.50 per hour
• Located at The Big Free Bookstore at JANAF Shopping Center
• Tuesday–Saturday availability required
• Occasional Sundays and special events
• Includes bookstore operations, customer service, event support, and fundraising initiatives.

Interested in joining our team—or know someone who would be a great fit?
APPLY HERE: https://reachreads.jotform.com/form/Bookstoreclerk2026

Please feel free to share this opportunity with your friends, family, colleagues, and community networks! Thank you for helping us find the next great addition to the REACH team!

Address

5802 E Virginia Beach Boulevard Suite 158 JANAF
Norfolk, VA
23502

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 7pm
Wednesday	10am - 7pm
Thursday	10am - 7pm
Friday	10am - 7pm
Saturday	10am - 7pm

Telephone

+17576274722

Website

http://www.reachreads.org/

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