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📚 Right Book, 🏷️ Right Price, 🤝 Right Reason
Monthly used book sales to fund critical programming at the Pima County Public Library

*Please note: Scanners are not permitted at Members Sales. They may be used at public sales as long as it is done at the shelf and with consideration to other customers.

04/29/2026

We're excited to share this behind-the-scenes look from our friends at Get a Clue AZ. In the video, Jeanette gives us a closer look at what it takes to plan Tucson’s favorite murder mystery.

As the proud beneficiary of this event, we’re excited and a bit sad to see the final chapter of this mystery unfold. Every registration helps us continue our mission.

Don’t miss your chance to join the grand finale. Watch the video for all the details and be sure to get your tickets before the case closes for good.

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04/27/2026

Every Story Needs a Hero (That Is You!) 📖✨

Today is , so we’d like to share a story about a special kind of magic happening right here in our community.

Picture a Tuesday afternoon at a Pima County library. In one room, toddlers are learning the rhythm of language during story time. Down the hall, teens are trying out coding in a STEM workshop, and local artists are leading hands-on art classes for everyone.

None of this would be possible without the Friends of Pima County Public Library.

The library provides the space, and we supply the funding that makes these programs possible. Just this April, your support is making everything from art classes to business workshops happen at every branch. We believe everyone in Tucson should have access to culture and education, no matter where they live.

When you donate books, shop at the Book Barn, or give funds, you help keep these community stories going.

Help us keep these stories alive. Donate to the Friends today at https://pimafriends.com/donate-now/

📸 From Quincie Douglas Library

04/23/2026

The Big One is Almost Here! 📚✨

Get those reusable bags ready, Tucson! We are officially counting down to our massive four-day community sale at the Book Barn. This is the event you have been waiting for, featuring thousands of titles across every genre imaginable.

Our shelves are packed with Volunteer Recommendations! Look for the "Volunteer Picks" sign at our special curated table when you walk in. There's also hidden gems, signed copies, all-time favorites, and must-reads throughout the Book Barn

Mark your calendars for four days of finds:

9a-2p
Fri, April 24th: Best Selection
Sat. April 25th: 25% Off
Sun, April 26th: 50% Off
Mon, April 27th: $10 Bag Day!

Friends Book Barn
2230 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716

We can't wait to see you there!

04/17/2026

The Countdown is Over! 🚪📚

The wait is finally over, Friends! Doors open tomorrow at 9:00 AM for our exclusive Members-Only Sale.

Our warehouse is packed to the rafters with fresh arrivals, hidden gems, and your favorite bestsellers just waiting to be discovered. This month our volunteers share their favorite picks with you! This is your chance to get first pick of the best inventory in Tucson before we open to the general public.

Remember, every dollar you spend helps us support vital programs across all Pima County Public Library branches, from youth literacy to adult education.

🤔Not a member yet? Don't worry, you can join at the door for just $20 and start shopping immediately or sign up online here!

Join here: https://pimafriends.com/membership/

April Members-Only Sale
Sat, April 18th (full price) | 9a-2p
Sun, April 19th (25% off) | 9a-2p

Friends Book Barn
2230 N. Country Club Rd.

04/16/2026

Not All Heroes Wear Capes (But Most Own an Impressive Cardigan Collection).

Happy National Librarians Day to the researchers, the tech wizards, the master organizers, and the people who can somehow find that "blue book with the dog on it" using only those five words.

Our Pima County librarians are the ultimate community MVPs. Whether they are helping someone navigate a first resume, hosting a wild toddler storytime, or guiding a reader to their next favorite obsession, they do it all with a smile (and maybe a quiet "shhh" when necessary).

At the Friends, we’re the ultimate library groupies. We spend our days at the Book Barn raising funds to support their world-class programs because we know that a library is only as strong as the people running it.

Now it's your turn to spill! Was there a librarian in your life who nurtured your love of reading? Someone who helped you find the one book that changed everything? Or maybe just someone who didn't judge you for checking out twenty books at once? Tell us your stories in the comments! 👇❤️

📷: Pic reposted from Pima County Public Library

04/14/2026

We are just 5 days away from our next Members-Only Sale, and our warehouse is buzzing with activity. Our dedicated volunteers are hard at work processing some truly incredible titles to make sure the shelves are packed and ready for your arrival.

If you have been looking for that perfect spring read or a rare find to complete your collection, this is the sale you don't want to miss.

Not a member yet? Don't worry, there is still time! You can join online or at the door for just $20. Membership not only gets you into these exclusive early-access sales but also directly supports literacy programs and essential resources for all 27 Pima County Public Library branches.

Mark your calendars:
📍 Where: The Book Barn | 2230 N. Country Club Rd
⏰ When: Sat, April 18th & Sun, April 19th

Check your status or join here: https://pimafriends.com/membership/

04/12/2026

The Journey of Your Donation 🔄📚
Ever wonder what happens after you drop off your boxes at the Book Barn? Your gently used books go on quite an adventure before they find their next home!

From our dedicated volunteers sorting through every donation to our warehouse team prepping for the next big sale, every step is designed to get great stories back into the community.

The best part? The journey doesn't end on a shelf. The proceeds from every sale go right back into Pima County, funding literacy and community programs.

Give your books a second life. Drop off your donations this week!
2230 N Country Club Rd
M-Sa 9a-12p

04/08/2026

Found Poetry in the Warehouse Stacks 📚✍️

Who says you need a pen and paper to write a masterpiece? Our wonderful volunteer, Debbie, has been spending some time in the warehouse finds this week celebrating National Poetry Month in the most creative way possible.

By carefully stacking book spines, she has turned our everyday inventory into "Found Poetry." From whimsical stories to thoughtful reflections, these "spine poems" prove that there is beauty and inspiration hiding in every corner of the Book Barn.

At the Friends of Pima County Public Library, we love seeing the artistic side of our collection. Every book on our shelves has a story to tell, but sometimes they tell a brand new one when they are stacked just right!

Which of Debbie’s poems is your favorite? Tell us in the comments, or better yet, drop a "spine poem" of your own using books from your shelf!

04/06/2026

It is National Library Week! Did you know Friends of Pima County Public Library is an independent nonprofit that funds the programs you love?

While we share a name and a mission with our incredible library system, the Friends of Pima County Public Library operates as a separate 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. We exist for one reason: to ensure our libraries have the resources they need to serve every neighbor in Tucson.

When you shop at the Book Barn or join as a member, you aren't just getting a great deal on a bestseller. You are directly investing in the community.

Your support funds:

✅ The Summer Reading Program for local students.

✅ GED classes and adult literacy initiatives.

✅ New technology and specialized programming at your favorite local branch.

This week, we celebrate the 27 branches that make Pima County a better place to live. Help us keep them strong by becoming a member or donating your gently used books today.

Join the movement: https://pimafriends.com/membership/

Address

2230 N Country Club Road
Tucson, AZ
85716

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 12pm
Tuesday	9am - 12pm
Wednesday	9am - 12pm
Thursday	9am - 12pm
Friday	9am - 12pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

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+15207953763

Website

http://pimafriends.com/

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